Montreal Travel Blog

Courtesy of the Weather Network. AutoPortrait au Bassin Peel avec Irene by Martin Reisch Hurricane Irene blew through Montreal last night with winds of upwards 90 km/h (55 mph) and the city emerged relatively unscathed. There were some trees that came tumbling down onto cars parked in the wrong spot...

Photo courtesy of Soceite de developpement du boulevard Saint-Laurent Everyone has a favourite piece of clothing bought for a pittance that gets you plenty of compliments. This weekend, find more fashion bargains and shop ‘til you drop at the end-of-summer vente trottoir along Saint-Laurent Boulevard,...

Pathfinder Tall Ship On September 14 at 4 pm six majestic tall ships will be sailing into the Old Port of Montreal for a spectacular display of marine history. The ships will then dock at the Jacques Quartier Quay from September 15 until 18. Advance tickets are on sale now for this popular event, which...

Photo courtesy of Montreal World Film Festival It may not have the glitz of Cannes or the hype of Toronto, but the Montreal World Film Festival delivers. From August 18 until 28, the 35th MWFF offers 383 films from over 70 countries. The mandate of the festival is to offer film lovers and professionals...

Carolyn Fe's new CD, Original Sin Carolyn Fe is one of Montreal’s favorite musicians. A pioneer in the Quebec Indie scene, she’s been entertaining us with her distinct vocals since the 80s punk scene. These days she is signing the blues and about to launch her new CD Original Sin recorded with...