Online Montreal City Guide

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Halloween Costumes and Stores

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Here are some of the top stores in Montreal for Halloween costume purchases and rentals. Some stores do offer purchasing online as well. Joseph Ponton Costumes (http://www.pontoncostumes.com) Joseph Ponton has rental costumes from $35 to $150 (price covers a full weekend). Located in Old Montreal, Joseph Ponton has been in the costume business since 1865. [...]

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Halloween Activities

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The premier city of Quebec has so very much to speak for it: a unique mix of European and American culture, a strong commitment to diversity, and a fair number of hybrid holiday traditions that reflect its special status. Halloween is no exception! First things first. Montreal can be said to shine at this time [...]

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iPhone and Android Apps

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Gone are the days where tourists are seen walking down the street thumbing furiously through a heavy guidebook. With the advent of phone technology, travelling has never been easier! If you own an iPhone or Android phone, just download the relevant apps to your mobile device and you’ll be navigating Montreal like a pro. COMMUTING [...]

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Sights in Downtown Montreal

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The downtown core of Montreal is a vibrant hub made up of different neighborhoods – each boasting a distinct feature that sets it apart from the rest. Let’s explore some of the most interesting parts of this area and check out what they have to offer. Quartier du Musee The Museum Quarter obviously drew its [...]

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Travel Insurance

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Planning a vacation is a lot of fun but while you are happily drawing up your itinerary, remember to take care of practical stuff like travel insurance too. There are different types of travel insurance available and the benefits each one offers varies accordingly. However, regardless of which insurance company you go to, make sure [...]

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Airport to downtown

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The Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport caters to all Montreal’s passenger flights. So if you’re flying in to the city, here’s a brief guide on how to get to downtown Montreal from the airport (and vice versa). Aérobus The Aerobus shuttle runs hourly in both directions but doubles its frequency between 9 a.m. to 9 [...]

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Guided Tours

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There are many ways to explore the beautiful town of Montreal. Whether you are young or old, travelling in a group or going solo; you’ll find that this city has something to offer everyone. Hop-On Hop-Off Tour Go on a quick, two hour excursion round Montreal or make full use of the one-day ticket and [...]

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Driving in Montreal

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Montreal boasts an excellent public transportation service; and both locals and tourists alike find it a great way to get around the city. However, if you choose to drive instead, here are a few pointers before you hit the road. First of all, pay close attention to the road signs. Most streets are one-way only [...]

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Movies

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Saint Patrick’s Day

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Every year on the 17th of March is the famous St Patrick’s day, a day in remembrance of the death of Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. All over the world, millions of people celebrate this special day with events like parades, parties, games. During the Montreal annual parade, one can see beautiful floats, [...]

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