Why Montréal?
Montréal, Québec, Canada, offers much of the culture, history, and excitement of Europe with modern North American comfort. From the ornate Notre-Dame Cathedral in Old Montréal to the museums, nightclubs, and fine restaurants, Montréal is a major center of tourism, recreation, and bilingual culture. The city blends its heritage, history, and geographical location into a unique living experience. You can visit the beautiful Botanical Gardens, hike Mont Royal, take a chance at the Casino, or go shopping in the vast underground mall off of St. Catherine Street. Additionally, summer is festival season throughout the province of Qúebec and typically there are special activities planned every weekend. Many students also take day-trips to the province's capital city of Québec—the center of French-Canadian culture and government.
The cost of visiting Montréal is many times less than a comparable stay in any European capital — be it London or Paris — or a regional city, like Florence. The currency exchange rate is basically at parity; one U.S. dollar is worth about one dollar in Canadian money. The exchange rate can vary substantially over time, and the dollar has been weak. The city of Montréal is beautiful, rich in character, and well-maintained. The city is safe and people are helpful, polite, and considerate. English is spoken everywhere, but there are plenty of opportunities to practice your French.
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