Old-world charm meets modern style in this world-class city north of the border.

GO to Le Basilique Notre-Dame, easily, Canada’s most beautiful church; Parc du Mont Royal, a great city park; Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, an impressive Museum; and Underground City, a maze of great shopping.

EAT at Eggspectations for a great breakfast; L’Express for a French gastronomic experience; and La Brioche Lyonnaise for delicious chocolate and pastries.

STAY at The Hyatt Regency Montreal, which has a central, convenient location that makes sightseeing a breeze, or the Loews Hotel Vogue, a stylish alternative near great shopping.

EVENT SITES The Hyatt Regency Montreal, which overlooks the annual Jazz Festival site, offers recently renovated meeting and convention space.