Travel Advisor Tips: Montreal
For memorable family experiences, Québec’s largest city is in a class of its own. Europe will forever be a favorite destination for families. But when a trip to the Continent isn’t possible, Virtuoso travel advisor Ane Lowe of Austin, Texas, ranks Montréal as a top alternative, following her recent visit. The world’s fourth-largest French-speaking metropolis “is steeped in history,” she notes, and “offers the feel of a European city and culture, without the long-haul flight and overseas jet lag.” Better still, she adds, the Canadian exchange rate is much more favorable than Europe’s. Below, Lowe shares a few reasons why Montréal is a must for families. Your travel advisor can work with one of Virtuoso’s on-site tour connections to craft a customized journey tailored to your clan’s interests and tastes. Enfant Friendly, Parent Approved Lowe raves about La Grande Roue de Montréal, the new 197-foot-high observation wheel along the Saint Lawrence River: “The views are breathtaking, it’...