The Monastery, Petra's largest monument, rests 220m above the valley floor.

Petra – a monument to nature’s beauty and man’s ingenuity

Julie Kalan
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...ys in Petra, and (2) the cost of a two or three-day ticket is only 55 JD and 60 JD respectively, making the per day cost extremely reasonable. Petra By Night tickets can be purchased at the Site Office. Contact the Petra Kitchen at info@petrakitchen.com or www.petramoon.com to make reservations. Royal Jordanian Airlines flies direct Montreal to Amman twice a week and New York to Amman five times a week. www.rj.com For more information on traveling...

Allan Hawco – creator, lead writer, executive producer and star of Republic of Doyle

The Montrealer
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...Present Laughter (SoulPepper Theatre). Allan and Philip Riccio formed The Company Theatre in Toronto; and from their first production (Whistle In The Dark), the company has won critical acclaim for its productions – and Allan’s acting. He starred in the 2009 production of Festen which won three Dora Wards, including Outstanding Production of a Play. Allan’s television and film career was also building successfully. He starred in the The Movie Net...
Las Vegas - TAO

There is more to Las Vegas than just gambling and casinos

mikecohen
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...dining and entertainment complex TAO at The Venetian-Resort-Hotel Casino (www.taolasvegas.com). TAO opened in New York City in 2000 and has retained its status as a hot spot, attracting celebrities and sports figures and catapulting the restaurant and lounge to iconic status. TAO Las Vegas, which debuted in 2005, is a multi-faceted and multi-story “Asian City” housing a restaurant, banquet facilities, ultra-lounge, nightclub and a seasonal beach....
Insider Italy

Insider Italy

Michele Peterson
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...ansat.com Air Canada offers non-stop direct flights from Montreal to Rome. www.aircanada.com Michele Peterson is an award-winning travel writer who specializes in food, drink and sun destinations. Her work has appeared in major magazines, guidebooks and travel anthologies. Get travel tips, inspiration, exclusive discounts and recipes on her A Taste for Travel blog and via Twitter/Instagram @atastefortravel. Ultimate Italy includes a stay at luxuri...
art society

Women’s Art Society – March events, McCord Museum

LiveEvents
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...1:30 to 2:30pm to listen to great talks. Plus other activities. Men are welcome. www.womensartsociety.com or 514-495-3701. Founded in 1894 and incorporated in 1968, the Women’s Art Society of Montreal has played an important role in fostering awareness and understanding of the arts among the general public of the city. As one of the earliest organizations for women artists, the Women’s Art Society of Montreal helped pave the way for the integratio...
Lesley Chesterman

Lesley Chesterman – brings the “two solitudes” together over food and wine

Peter Kerr
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...eal is the only Canadian city included on the influential foodie web site, www.Eater.com. Toronto and Vancouver were once included, but are no longer covered. Montreal is one of the top food destinations in North America. People do come here in part to dine at our outstanding restaurants. Food is the new theatre. We have to be proud – our restaurant scene is really good.” Lesley has a fresh approach to her restaurant critiques, often inventing wor...
Norwegian Spirit

Norwegian Spirit – a 12-day Grand Mediterranean voyage from Venice to Barcelona

Peter & Beverley Kerr
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...nd their Grand Mediterranean Voyage on The Norwegian Spirit satisfied everyone, and was the “best holiday we’ve ever had”. Travel Planner For more information about this 12-day cruise or other European itinerary offered by Norwegian Cruise Line, please contact your travel agent or visit: www.ncl.com or call 1-866-234-7350. The Spirit alternates this itinerary with Venice and Barcelona departures. In the winter she sails a southerly route from Barc...

Fragments of Humanity – until January 8, 2017, Pointe-à-Callière

LiveEvents
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...ineral water, and milk of magnesia have also been found, and show that the preparation of home remedies was a common practice. Lastly, evidence of 19th century industrialization can clearly be seen in games and toys that have been found, mainly in more affluent areas. Porthole from the Empress of Ireland – The appalling scale of the wreck of the Empress of Ireland, in 1914, left its mark on the collective imagination. Even today, ceremonies are he...
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Philip Clement November 11th 2012

Philip Clement
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...r inquiries, I will choose one question each month and reply to it in my upcoming column. Also I would like to offer my services and my knowledge to help you in the upcoming New Market. A change in market will also require a change in strategy to attract interesting buyers. And if you are a buyer, my knowledge of markets on the island of Montreal may prove to be an important asset for you. Philip Clement 514-708-4056; [email protected] www.pclement...