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This Magical Light Show Is Hidden In A Tunnel Near Montreal & It's Worth A Trip Cause WOW

If you're looking for a road trip destination near Montreal that has historical significance AND that Instagram-worthy WOW factor, look no further than the Brockville Railway Tunnel which is just two hours away by car.

The restored railway tunnel, Canada's first, was built between 1854 and 1860 and spans 525 metres (1,722 feet) below the city of Brockville.

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The 'Caribbean Of The North' Is 2 Hours From Montreal & You Can Scuba Dive Until November

As temperatures drop in Quebec, many of us are dreaming of hopping on a plane and landing in a tropical paradise like the Caribbean — sparkling blue waters, white-sand beaches, lots of sunshine and the promise of adventure, like a scuba diving excursion. 

Since COVID-19 is making international travel harder, we'll fill you in on a local secret. There's a place nicknamed "The Caribbean Of The North" because of its clear waters and it's only two hours by car from Montreal: Brockville, Ontario.

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