San Francisco, From $108 a Night
This festive hotel package is valid over the holidays and includes ice-skating at Union Square.
MONTREAL
There's Nothing Like the Big City
When was the last time you wore heels? The last time you went dancing--other than at a wedding? The last time you ate at a restaurant without crayons on the table? The last time you stayed up past midnight?
Rue St.-Paul (bet. rues McGill and Bonsecours): sleek shops selling local clothes, furniture, and art, right in Old Montreal.
You Gotta do at Least One . . .
In Old Montreal and the Old Port, wander down rue St.-Jacques and rue Notre-Dame for fun encounters with hawkers, buskers, and gorgeous architecture.
(Roger Lemoyne)
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Visit the Montreal Botanical Garden for the rare-plant collections and the seasonal blooms.
Bike along the picturesque Lachine Canal, and stop for fresh produce, artisanal cheeses, and maple syrup at the outdoor farmers market, Marché Atwater.
Enjoy the panoramic view of Montreal, its islands, and the St. Lawrence River from atop Mount Royal Park.
Try Something New in Montreal
Take a ride through the bumpy St. Lawrence River rapids, located in front of the Old Port, with Lachine Rapids Jet Boat Tours. 514/284-9607, jetboatingmontreal.com, $51, equipment provided.
Note: This story was accurate when it was published. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
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