So, it is now official we are going to Montreal. Scott is working there for the week of January 4th. Chance can not go because even newborn babies need passports to leave the country now and since we have been lazy and not gotten Chance his own passport yet then he will have to stay behind with my mom. That is not really a problem for me because I could use a week off with Scott. Also it is going to be so cold I don't think he would have much fun anyway. I am flying to Montreal from New Orleans on Monday the 5th and we are both flying back together on Saturday the 10th. We have to drive to Fort Myers to drop Chance off and then drive back here to catch the plane. The company is paying for our tickets so that is why we are flying out of NOLA instead of Fort Myers.
Does anyone know anything about Montreal?
If so what is good to see and do there? I am looking for things to do since I will be alone most days while Scott is working. From what I have found on the internet Montreal looks like a beautiful place with a lot in common with New Orleans. I want to eat good food and buy lots of cool little souvenirs to bring home and give to everyone. I am so looking forward to the whole trip.
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Going to Montreal
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Hi! I hope you have an awesome trip! I've never been to Montreal, however I have a good friend who married a guy who lived in Montreal most of his life. I'll give her a call and ask if they can suggest places for you guys to visit. He is a chef and he is a health inspector, so I would imagine they probably know all the good places to eat. When I think of Montreal, the first thing I think of is there a lot of different cultures there. There might also be an outdoor skating rink where you could rent ice skates. Anyway, I'll get back to you after I get the scoop. Oh I just realized the other day that I still need to sent you your dirt! It may have to wait until the ground is unfrozen.
OK coincidentally, my friend just called! Here's what she told me about Montreal:
1)This is one of the best places in the world to get smoked meats. She recommends Schwartz localed on St. Laurent.
2)The Biodome is pretty cool. It has butterflies and such.
3)Old Montreal is a must. They have farmer's markets and really cool old buildings.
4) If you're into jazz, they have cool jazz clubs. There's one called Fiddlers which is pretty cool.
5)Most menus are in French. Get a French/English translation book to help you. The waiters can be a little snotty too.
6) Most importantly, dress warm!!! It is really cold there. It'll probably be around -20C.
Have fun!!! Can't wait to see the photos and read all about your trip on your blog. It'll be nice for the two of you to get away :)
Thank you so much for all this info. I really want to see old Montreal I was thinking about getting a dictionary and I definitely will now that you mentioned it too.
I am bringing every piece of warm clothing that will fit in the suitcase.
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