Geo: 48.8459, -67.5255We had a great breakfast at a restaurant just down the street. Hard to believe it was only $10 each considering what we have paid for other meals.The GPS took us out of town with no difficulty. A drive in the country compared to Vancouver.We followed the Trans Canada until just before Rimouski where we diverted to the route which follows the water.There were lots of small waterfront homes - some more unusual than others. There was also a modern day castle complete with cannons.... read more

Geo: 46.9374, -70.8743The "long" version of the trip around the island is about 67 K. It is basically quiet 2 lane roads with limited traffic even though it is a Saturday. In many ways the island is like Saltspring but with less shopping or public facilities. In addition to the historical sights there is no shortage of local artists, wineries and we even found a brewery.The Drouin house was very original with the exception of a minimal electrical circuit put in recently to provide light for the visiting tourists. The inhabitants of the house never had electricity or running water. Surprisingly the residents remained in the home even though modern services were available. The Marine Centre explained how ship building was a major activity in the western tip of the island. There was also a facility ... read more

Geo: 45.5185, -73.5566We took the subway back downtown and walked through a part of the Eaton's Centre. A large area in downtown Montreal has underground shopping and connecting halls so one does not need to go outside during the winter. Even the Anglican Cathedral now has shopping under the church. We exited to St. Catherine's Street which is one of the main thoroughfares. Large portions of the street are closed to vehicle traffic during the summer months. There is now a large Arts complex with a Modern Art Museum, Opera House and the older Place des Arts.We followed St. Catherine Street back to the loft. Tomorrow we head back to Dorval by bus to pick up the rental car.... read more

Geo: 45.5185, -73.5566This market is similar to Granville Island. Later night dinner at St. Hubert chicken joint - a well known Quebec chain.... read more

Geo: 45.5209, -73.5539The Montreal transit system works very well. With the help of Google transit directions we found our way to St. Joseph's Oratory which is located in Côte de Neiges. The oratory is considered one of the landmarks of Montreal.From there we took some different buses and walked in different neighborhoods.... read more