EuropeThings to Do in Ortigia, Sicily in 24 hours

With its old and restored baroque architecture, Southern Sicilian food - a unique blend of ancient Greek and Arabic cuisine – and legendary Sicilian culture steeped in over 2,700 years of art and history, it's no surprise Ortigia is one of Sicily's most popular destinations. From its tight-knit medieval lanes pleasant for strolling, the abandoned palazzi, seafront churches and picturesque alleys, here I share where to go, what to see, and how to most enjoy the colorful and vibrant destination.

TravelWhere to Eat in Modica

Dine on traditional Southern Sicilian cuisine, savor a cold coffee granita alongside a sweet ricotta brioche, and uncover the best chocolate in Modica at these restaurants, caffés, and dolcerias.

TravelWeekend Getaway: Mont-Royal, Montréal

The first week of October, the beginning of Fall–boots, wind, the orange, yellow and red of the trees and leaves, hot chocolates, crisp apple tarts and weekend getaways. After a 6 hour drive through the breath-taking fall foliage of New York state, we arrive in the french speaking city of Montréal, Québec, Canada. The city can be divided into four different sections: Downtown, Old Montréal, Mont-Royal Parc and Le Plateau-Mont-Royal and Mile End. In this article, we explore Mont-Royal.

TravelWeekend Getaway: Vieux-Montréal

The first week of October, the beginning of Fall–boots, wind, the orange, yellow and red of the trees and leaves, hot chocolates, crisp apple tarts and weekend getaways. After a 6 hour drive through the breath-taking fall foliage of New York state, we arrive in the french speaking city of Montréal, Québec, Canada. The city can be divided into four different sections: Downtown, Old Montréal, Mont-Royal Parc and Le Plateau-Mont-Royal and Mile End. In this article, we explore Vieux-Montréal.

TravelWeekend Getaway: Downtown Montréal

The first week of October, the beginning of Fall–boots, wind, the orange, yellow and red of the trees and leaves, hot chocolates, crisp apple tarts and weekend getaways. After a 6 hour drive through the breath-taking fall foliage of New York state, we arrive in the french speaking city of Montréal, Québec, Canada. The city can be divided into four different sections: Downtown, Old Montréal, Mont-Royal Parc and Le Plateau-Mont-Royal and Mile End. In this article, we explore Downtown Montréal.

TravelA Crisp Fall in Montréal

300 miles, 6 hours, 2 stops and a drive through the gorgeous foliage of New York State later we arrived in Montréal, Canada. A quaint, french-speaking city with a perfect balance of history and up and coming alternative neighborhoods. The crisp fall weather had me bundling up in my favorite fall accessories as we strolled along Mont-Royal Parc.

TravelLuxury Stay in Montréal: Le Méridien Versailles

Our stay at Le Méridien Versailles was a true Montréal experience, from the mix of contemporary and history, to the French speaking staff and complimentary Illy cappuccino’s. When visiting Montréal, Le Méridien Versailles is the perfect place to stay for its luxury services, friendly staff, close proximity to Rue St. Catherine and Mont Royal Parc, and its authentic Montréal experience.