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3 Fantastic Montréal Festivals You Can Check Out for Free

The intoxicating swirl of summer festivals in Montréal is part of what makes this city so special to visit.  July, in particular, adds a heightened sense delight; the city is simply buzzing with artists and festivals to experience. In addition to their diversity, most festivals offer des performances gratuites (free performances) which allows you the freedom …

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Montréal: The Perfect City to Relax and Enjoy Summer

I love Montréal in summer.  The week stretches out like a string of Saturdays - nothing is rushed, and each moment is enjoyed to its maximum.  And, in Montréal, there is so much to enjoy. The city itself offers a plethora of things to do and explore:  There are coffee shops to linger in, bookstores …

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We Went for Poutine in the Rain…

We went for poutine in the rain.  A wet, dark pilgrimage of sorts. Through the darkening streets of Montréal, the lamplight glinting in smears across puddles, and water splashing our shoes and trousers. We laughed at the silliness of it all — for being out on such a night, and for poutine, no-less. But still, …

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Enhancing Your Travels with Street Art

I love going to museums and art galleries, but I also love the adventure of finding street art.  There's nothing quite like walking around a corner and…surprise!  Your day is instantly better.  Sometimes, like in Montreal, Quebec or Glasgow, Scotland, the art is part of a city-wide "mural scheme" to brighten the city.  Other times, …

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