Montreal: Destination Preview

Montreal has long been a fans favourite on the calendar. The track, located on the Ile de Notre Dame on the Saint Lawrence seaway built for the purpose of the Olympic Games, and was the location for rowing which is still evident by the side of the current track.

The city is the second largest in Canada, and has long been a favourite to travel to thanks to its liberal laws. It was a mecca for Americans during the 1930’s with little restriction on alcohol, and currently has a thriving gay and lesbian community after being the first state to allow same sec marriages. It is also a natural home for Europeans, with the region being French speaking and the historic trade routes that have connected both sides of the Atlantic.

Old Montreal has many old buildings, some dating back to the 17th century and is the home to some of the best museums in North America. Other highlights include the Olympic Stadium and the Biosphere, and also the great street art that can be found in the city. Montreal is also known for its vibrant nightlife, along with an abundance of bars and restaurants.

Montreal is also the entry point for many great ski resorts in the winter, along with more outdoor pursuits in the summer months. Kayaking is popular in the summer, with ‘River Surfing’ popular in the winter for something different.

Montreal is extremely well connected on the world stage, with Dorval airport being the main gateway for visitors. Naturally there are strong connections throughout Canada, as well as America with flights to all major US cities on a daily service. Being French speaking there are also good links to France with flights to Paris, and other major European cities.

For the British we have flights to the eastern seaboard, with onward connections to Montreal from all over the UK. British Airways, Air Canada and Air Transat all fly from London direct to Montreal.

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