Demographics show that Montreal residents come from 80 countries, forming an urban mosaic of vibrant ethnic communities and neighborhoods safe to walk in day or night. Visitors will detect a distinct British influence in parts of the city, inherent in the culture since the days when English merchants controlled the city's trade. All in all, it's easy to see why "cosmopolitan" is the adjective most used in describing Montreal.
Characteristically, there'is the famous joie de vivre - the ineffable combination of spirit and ambiance Montrealers exude without even trying. You will see it in the summertime cappuccino-sippers... more local info
Family things to enjoy over the New Years weekend Dec. 30 2011 to Jan 3 2012?
carkbomar asks about
Montreal, Canada on Dec 19 2011
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Gregory B. Gallagher
Montreal in February is time for romance and that means chocolates. Consider the best of the best, Les chocolats de Chloe is a tiny artisanal shop in the Plateau selling extraordinary homemade chocolates. There are intriguing flavor combinations that make these chocolates standout. Try raspberry, honey, orange, pistachio, caramel, coffee, praline truffles. Or try the homemade marshmallows hand-dipped in succulent dark chocolate or the hollow chocolate fish... Read More
Shooting pool at the Sharx Club Looking for a fun place to hang out, shoot some pool or even enjoy some retro fun with bowling? Montreal has some great clubs to hit the eight ball or get a strike. You’ll have to use the French terms: billiards = pool and quilles=bowling. Voted Best Pool Bar of Montreal year after year, Sharx is an upscale billiard and snookers parlour offers 35 pool tables and 3 bars in the main room. There’s an additional 2 tables... Read More
The winters may be long in Montreal but that doesn’t mean this fun-loving city hibernates. Locals strap on their skates and head to an outdoor rinks for some fresh winter air, exercise and socializing. No worries if you didn’t bring your skates along—these top rinks have skate rentals onsite. Skating on Castor Lake. Photo by Zalgon, Flickr Skate on the mountain Skate on the mountain at Lac des Castors (Beaver Lake) pond. Located in the heart of Mount Royal... Read More
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Centre Bell
- Opened in 1996 and formerly known as the Molson Centre, Centre Bell remains the main venue for sports events and rock concerts. It's home to the...
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- Nile Expert Tip: Take an Hall of Fame tours and visit the alumni lounge, press gallery, and current dressing room.
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Galerie Walter Klinkhoff
- One of the best-known fine arts galleries in the city, and located in one of its most prestigious areas, this gallery boasts a wide range of contemporary...
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Basilique Notre-Dame
One Montreal's most famous landmark in Old Montreal, the breathtaking Basilique Notre-Dame was designed and built in 1829 by the protestant architect...
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