Take a Bite out of New York

When visiting New York City, you should check out all the popular tourist attractions such as Times Square, Broadway, and the Statue of Liberty. These will usually be on the top of everyone’s “must see” list, especially first-time visitors. However, the city that never sleeps has many other wonderful, but often overlooked attractions that will make your trip to The Big Apple more exciting than ever!

If you’re a fan of Carrie, Miranda, Samantha and Charlotte then you definitely won’t want to miss the Sex and the City Hotspots Tour. Only on this tour can you see Carrie’s apartment, visit the gallery that Charlotte worked at, visit the cupcake shop where Miranda fed herself cake after cake, and visit locations from the movie. This is surely a girl’s dream and will let you experience the city in all it fabulousness! Start the tour in front of the Pulitzer Fountain and enjoy any day except Christmas Day! For another unique tour, check out The Big Apple Helicopter Flight. Check out all the breathtaking views of the city from up above in a chopper! This is definitely one view of the Statue of Liberty, the Chrysler building, Ellis Island, and the George Washington Bridge that you just can’t get from keeping your feet planted!

So the Empire State Building is one of those tourist spots that just seems to be overdone. But that couldn’t be more untrue. The views that you get of the city from the 86th floor are truly unforgettable and some may say this is the only way to see New York! All the sights that appear miniscule from the top floor can be viewed up close and personal by looking through the telescopes that are available on the top floor. If you want to find out some fun facts about New York City and the building itself, there is an audio tour available and make sure to pick up your “I Love New York” t-shirt on your way out at the building’s souvenir shop.

There’s no doubt that shopping is huge in New York City and that every person who visits definitely picks up something to bring back home with them. But be careful – the prices in downtown Manhattan are outrageous and while it’s fun to window shop and think about having that much money, it may be a little overstated. For shopping fun where you can actually make as many purchases as you desire, visit the Woodbury Common Premium Outlets. This outlet mall holds over two hundred stores that sell designer names including: Adidas, Banana Republic, Neiman Marcus, Giorgio Armani, Versace, Tommy Hilfiger, and much more!

If you need time to unwind from seeing all the sights and shopping till you drop, head on over to Central Park, the most famous park in the world! Come to this space that comprises 83 acres of land to get away from the hustle and bustle. Choose to have a picnic, take some fabulous pictures or take part in one of the many events the park is always having. Whatever you choose, Central Park is one that is never overrated!

Montreal, the Paris of North America

Montreal, Quebec, Canada is a beautiful place to visit. Because of its harsh winters, summer may be the best time to take a trip to this “Paris of North America.” French is the official language of this great city but retailers, hotel staff, and anyone else one might run into on their trip will speak both French and English, making it a welcoming place for just about anyone. Montreal is the largest city in Quebec and the second largest city in Canada, with a total population of 3,359,000. And a city with this many people is sure to have some of the finest attractions, eateries and culture.Montreal, Quebec is actually made up of two different parts, and visiting both areas will make for a fulfilled and wonderful vacation. The first part is Old Montreal. It is here that you can spend some time and feel that you have been transported back in time to the early 1700s. This part of the city consists of The St. Lawrence River, where the settlers first took up residence. The narrow cobblestone streets will make one feel especially nostalgic as they visit the small shops along the way and visit the Old Port, which is still a working marina with boats bobbing along the shimmering water on nice days. The Old Port also features many cafes, making it very easy to spend an entire day in this area alone. While there, one can also take a horse-drawn carriage ride for an extra bit of romance or to simply feel once again like you are living in the old world. Old Montreal consists of many grand, old churches, museums, eateries, and shops, bringing a touch of the modern world to an ancient world.

The next area of Montreal is just as beautiful and has just as much to see and do. This is the modern day part of Montreal. Here lies Ste. Catherine Street, one of the most famous streets in all of Canada. This street is full of shops, ranging from the high-end boutiques, to mainstream franchises, to funky little shops where one will find items that you won’t find anywhere else in the world. Ste. Catherine Street also has many restaurants and cafes where one can find just about any culinary delight from any culture or country that one could ask for! Ste. Catherine Street is such a popular street that people will wander up and down, exploring the different pubs, bars, restaurants, and shops, any time of the day or night. It’s also a major transportation network of the city, with the Metro System running right along this busy street.

There are many other wonderful amenities to enjoy in modern Montreal including art and science museums, and the wonderful Underground City. The Underground City really does lie right underneath the heart of the city, and is one of the most famous shopping centres, not only in Montreal but throughout the world. Not only is it easy to spend a day here, it’s necessary as the famous shopping centre is nineteen miles long.

When visiting Montreal, it’s important to visit both the modern day city and Old Montreal. Each is unique in its own right and each will deliver an unforgettable experience.