I visited Montreal in September 2017. This was the perfect time to go as it was heading into low season and the weather was just right (light jacket). Montreal is a walkable city, definitely use their metro system for getting around. I highly recommend the following places below: Notre-Dame Basilica (go when it opens, they offer free short tours inside) Montreal Botanical Gardens (absolutely beautiful, definitely worth the price) Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (worth the money whether you are an art fan or not; something for everyone) Bike Tour with Fitz and Fowell (Amazing guides! Great tours of the city and the guides look out for everyone, especially when riding through traffic; this is the best way to get an overview of the city)

I visited Lisbon in January 2019 and absolutely loved! Lisbon is a very walkable city and the people are very friendly. The younger generation speaks English as do most in the touristy areas. I decided to learn a little Portuguese which was not required but I enjoyed using what I learned to have a conversation with locals. I highly recommend the following places below: I tried many pastel de bats while in Lisbon and I must say these, the original pastéis de Belém are the best! I went on a very rainy day Saturday and to my surprise there was no long line! I was in and out within 5 minutes. These are definitely worth trying! Pasteis de Belem--I tried many pastel de natas while in Lisbon and I must say these, the original pastéis de Belém are the best! The originals at Pasteis de Belem are sweeter and so delicious. Best to go early or later in the evening. If you're lucky, you can go on a rainy day (like I did) because the line is very short and the wait is less than 5 minutes. Time Out Market--Basically a huge food court with many delicious items to choose from to eat. Can be very crowded, but since I went during low season, it was not difficult to find a place to sit and eat. Alfama District--Best views of the city and an amazing district to walk through. I went with a guide which prevented me from getting lost, which can be done very easily if you're not familiar with the alleyways. Trams--Definitely worth taking a ride on any one of them (I took Tram 12 which goes to the Alfama district). When getting on and while on the tram, keep your items close to you as their are pickpockets around. Belem--Beautiful area of Lisbon containing many tourist sites such as the Belem Tower, Jerónimos Monastery, Monument to the Discoveries , and April 25th Bridge. All worth visiting! The architecture and history behind it is very interesting. This area is also right on the tagus river which is a beautiful and scenic area great for pictures.

I visited Cartagena in December 2018 and it was amazing! I highly recommend the following places below: Playa Blanca. It's about 60-90 minutes from the Bocagrande area. The beach was amazing and very beautiful! The tour company I went with was "Guianza Express" and they were great. We took a short boat ride (3-5 min) to a section of the beach with very few people and vendors, which I appreciated so much! It felt like we had the beach to ourselves compared to the more crowded area. The guide offered water and a fruit bowl upon arriving to the beach. The lunch provided (red snapper) was delicious and well seasoned. This was the highlight of my vacation in Cartagena. Rumba in Chiva party bus. It was a great night out in Cartagena. From dancing/drinking on the party bus and mingling with other tourists to dancing in the streets with locals and enjoying street food, it was worth the money and time. San Felipe de Barajas Castle. Really nice castle to walk through although the initial climb can be a challenged due to the heat. However, the view from the top will provide you with the best views of the city of Cartagena. Walled City of Cartagena. Walking through this area to enjoy delicious foods from various restaurants, ice cream/chocolate shops, to purchasing souvenirs. Also, the best place to watch the sunset! Seafood. Eat the seafood, it is fresh and amazing! Highly recommend Kiosco El Bony. The red snapper is heavenly.