lenquixote66 Posted August 21, 2018 #601 Share Posted August 21, 2018 I will try to not break any rules this time. I am a 41 years old cruise addict and I live in Montreal...I have been living here all my life. I would love to help any cruise addict, like myself, who are coming to Montreal and give you pointers about the city. Feel free to ask and I will try to help you have a great time. talk to you later !! Sebastien (I love Montreal .I have been there 12 times ,it is a magnificient city.I envy you) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kruznfool Posted August 21, 2018 #602 Share Posted August 21, 2018 The closest full service liquor store (SAQ) is at Place d’Armes, just a couple of blocks from the Old Port. If you are satisfied with inexpensive wines you can find them at a dépanneur (convenience store) of which you can find several close to the Port. Perfect! Thanks so much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare aungrl Posted August 26, 2018 #603 Share Posted August 26, 2018 Traffic has grown exponentially worse since 1967 ! For a no headache experience, hire a limo at the airport...not much more expensive than a regular cab, a flat rate fee of $55 (taxi is $40). Your hotel may have a shuttle service ! Check with them first. Thanks for jumping in on all these questions. We arrive on a Tuesday morning, with the ship scheduled to be in port at 4 a.m. Our flight out of YUL is 11:15 a.m. When you say: “Hire a limo at the airport”, can you give a little more detail? Can I do that in advance? Are their companies you recommend? Or do we just walk outside to a ‘limo’ area, vs. a taxi area? All further guidance appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisewoman79 Posted September 8, 2018 #604 Share Posted September 8, 2018 Thanks for jumping in on all these questions. We arrive on a Tuesday morning, with the ship scheduled to be in port at 4 a.m. Our flight out of YUL is 11:15 a.m. When you say: “Hire a limo at the airport”, can you give a little more detail? Can I do that in advance? Are their companies you recommend? Or do we just walk outside to a ‘limo’ area, vs. a taxi area? All further guidance appreciated! I would love to know that too. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snirpville Posted September 11, 2018 #605 Share Posted September 11, 2018 I live in Montreal as well. When you arrive at the airport, you can get a taxi or limousine at the arrivals level near the central exit located in front of the cloakroom, where a dispatcher will assist you. No reservation is required. All taxis and limos operating at the airport have specific licences to allow them to be there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CineGraphic Posted September 16, 2018 #606 Share Posted September 16, 2018 We'll be staying in Montreal for one night before catching a 3:30 flight out the next day. We'd like some recommendations for a hip hotel, that's close to culture and good places for bagels and smoked meats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arl_nocaps Posted September 18, 2018 #607 Share Posted September 18, 2018 ANYONE KNOW THE DISTANCE FROM THE PORT TO THE AIRPORT. DEPARTING FROM AN OCEANIA CRUISE AND NEED TO PLAN A DEPARTURE FLIGHT TIME. ARE THERE DIFFERENT PORTS OR ALL SHIPS COME INTO SAME ONE? THANKS FOR ANY HELP arl_caps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 18, 2018 #608 Share Posted September 18, 2018 (edited) ANYONE KNOW THE DISTANCE FROM THE PORT TO THE AIRPORT. DEPARTING FROM AN OCEANIA CRUISE AND NEED TO PLAN A DEPARTURE FLIGHT TIME. ARE THERE DIFFERENT PORTS OR ALL SHIPS COME INTO SAME ONE? THANKS FOR ANY HELP arl_caps It is about 30-40 mins depending on traffic I would not book before NOON as you will have to clear US Immigration at YUL https://www.admtl.com/en/guide Usually the ships come into the same port area but do check when the schedule for your sailing is available https://www.port-montreal.com/en/cruise-vessels-schedule.html https://www.port-montreal.com/en/access-to-berths.html Edited September 18, 2018 by LHT28 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenSunny1 Posted September 18, 2018 #609 Share Posted September 18, 2018 It is about 30-40 mins depending on traffic I would not book before NOON as you will have to clear US Immigration at YUL https://www.admtl.com/en/guide Usually the ships come into the same port area but do check when the schedule for your sailing is available https://www.port-montreal.com/en/cruise-vessels-schedule.html https://www.port-montreal.com/en/access-to-berths.html There’s a lot of construction so give yourself more time. You need at least two hours at airport before flight. Sent from my iPad using Forums 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJSULIBRARIAN Posted September 19, 2018 #610 Share Posted September 19, 2018 Apologies if this has been asked recently but is self-disembarkation relatively easy at the new Montreal pier and are taxis readily available. Thank you, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tak Posted September 21, 2018 #611 Share Posted September 21, 2018 I have heard that Montreal is the best place to shop for clothes. One time several years ago, I was driven past a street , going west to east, where there were lots of fashion boutiques. It was quite a few blocks away ( perhaps south and west of ) from Fairmont Queen Elizabeth and not the side near Old Montreal. Any suggestion where I am referring to? Appreciate suggestions for fashion shopping away from the Fairmont area ( we have been there before ) Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenSunny1 Posted September 21, 2018 #612 Share Posted September 21, 2018 I have heard that Montreal is the best place to shop for clothes. One time several years ago, I was driven past a street , going west to east, where there were lots of fashion boutiques. It was quite a few blocks away ( perhaps south and west of ) from Fairmont Queen Elizabeth and not the side near Old Montreal. Any suggestion where I am referring to? Appreciate suggestions for fashion shopping away from the Fairmont area ( we have been there before ) Thanks. It sounds like St. Catherine which is the main downtown street. Eaton Center is an indoor mall surrounded by other stores. Made sure you exchange US funds to Canadian at a money exchange or bank , or use a credit card. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tak Posted September 22, 2018 #613 Share Posted September 22, 2018 I don't think the street I was referring to was St Catheirne, as it was running from northwest to southeast. I tried google map street view, could be Crescent street. Can anyone tell me if this is an area for boutique fashion? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 22, 2018 #614 Share Posted September 22, 2018 It sounds like St. Catherine which is the main downtown street.Eaton Center is an indoor mall surrounded by other stores. Made sure you exchange US funds to Canadian at a money exchange or bank , or use a credit card they will probably use CAD Alberta is in Canada :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ropomo Posted September 22, 2018 #615 Share Posted September 22, 2018 BTW, Montreal is in Quebec, which is still in Canada Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 22, 2018 #616 Share Posted September 22, 2018 BTW, Montreal is in Quebec, which is still in Canada So Far!! But what is your point ? :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ropomo Posted September 22, 2018 #617 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Maybe I did not understand your post that "Alberta is in Canada". I assumed you were indicating that Montreal is in Alberta. If I was mistaken, my sincere apologies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted September 22, 2018 #618 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Maybe I did not understand your post that "Alberta is in Canada". I assumed you were indicating that Montreal is in Alberta. If I was mistaken, my sincere apologies. maybe if you read the person i quoted in my post it would help but i will explain it for you TAK asked about shopping they are from ALBERTA ELLENSUNNY replied they should change USD to CAD MOST Canadians would not exchange their USD to CAD we would just use CAD to begin with when in Canada hope that helps 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ropomo Posted September 22, 2018 #619 Share Posted September 22, 2018 got it, again my apologies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tak Posted September 22, 2018 #620 Share Posted September 22, 2018 I will be in Montreal post cruise during Canadian Thanksgiving . In my province of Alberta, shopping malls still open on sundays and holiday mondays. Do Montreal shops ( for clothing ) and malls be open then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tak Posted September 22, 2018 #621 Share Posted September 22, 2018 Thanks for the link. It is very informative, particularly the different view towards Thanksgiving in this province. All I am looking for are shopping places for the mid days on sunday and holiday monday. Since the weather should still be nice, I prefer outdoor than the vast underground city shopping, or the traditional shopping malls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EllenSunny1 Posted September 22, 2018 #622 Share Posted September 22, 2018 I will be in Montreal post cruise during Canadian Thanksgiving . In my province of Alberta, shopping malls still open on sundays and holiday mondays. Do Montreal shops ( for clothing ) and malls be open then? Naturally if you’re from Alberta changing currency isn’t necessary. Thanksgiving isn’t a big deal in Montreal but I can’t say if all stores will be open. I imagine googling to see store hours would give you more info. Crescent street is a hub for trendy restaurants and bars and some boutiques. It’s always a fun place to visit. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CineGraphic Posted September 27, 2018 #623 Share Posted September 27, 2018 We'll be staying in Montreal for one night before catching a 3:30 flight out the next day. We'd like some recommendations for a hip hotel, that's close to culture and good places for bagels and smoked meats. Oh well, No replies, so we booked a suite in a boutique hotel. Thank goodness there are other sites out there to learn about Montreal. Sent from my iPhone while I probably should be working. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruise Cynic Posted June 11, 2019 #624 Share Posted June 11, 2019 On 9/16/2018 at 12:18 PM, CineGraphic said: We'll be staying in Montreal for one night before catching a 3:30 flight out the next day. We'd like some recommendations for a hip hotel, that's close to culture and good places for bagels and smoked meats. Famous smoked meat is Schwartz's at 3895 St Laurent Blvd or Lester's Deli at 1057 Bernard Ave. Locals still argue which is better... I slightly prefer Lester's personally.... Schwartz's is a constant crowd and line-up, but it's closer to the port. Famous Bagels are found at Saint Viateur Bagel 263 Rue Saint Viateur O, Montréal, QC H2V 1Y1 and Fairmount Bagel 74 Avenue Fairmount O, Montréal, QC H2T 2M2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunny AZ Girl Posted June 11, 2019 #625 Share Posted June 11, 2019 Are Lyft and Uber available at the airport? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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