Montreal
- Why Montreal?
- Is Montreal a conservative city?
- How safe it is at night?
- What types of activities are there to do during the day?
- Will I have trouble if I do not speak French?
- Is it an expensive city?
- How is the scenery?
- Can I use US dollars? Should I bring cash? ATM's?
- Do people tip?
- What types of cuisine are available?
Montreal Nightlife
- How is the Montreal nightlife?
- My group is a little older; are there any clubs for us?
- What time do clubs close?
- Are there after hours clubs?
- What is the legal drinking age?
- Can I smoke at the clubs?
- How expensive are the drinks?
- Is there a dress code?
- I'm not a big fan of clubs: Are there good bars and lounges in the area?
Montreal VIP
- What is the minimum/ maximum group size for your service?
- Is the package a standard package for every group?
- While in Montreal, for any reason, can we make changes to our itinerary?
- Do you offer any special personalized types of packages for couples?
- Do you provide hotel? Transportation?
- What types of hotels do you offer?
- If I booked a hotel on my own can I still use your service?
- What happens if I have any questions or trouble while in Montreal?
Montreal
Why Montreal?
Montreal is a gem that is often overlooked by pleasure travelers. Montreal is a unique blend of European charm and North American setting and is accessible to travelers by either car or plane. The downtown core is centralized with the nightlife, shopping, and hotels located within a few major streets. Montreal has as much to offer as New York City in terms of culture and fine dining as well as all the action of Las Vegas for considerably less. From pubs to after hour clubs, Montreal has it all, which is why we are considered one of the premier places for nightlife in the world.
Back to topIs Montreal a conservative city?
Not at all! Very often people are amazed at how open minded and laid back Montreal is. A lot of this is to due the French influence that embraces enjoying life and all its pleasures.
Back to topHow safe it is at night?
Montreal is a very safe city with very little crime, safe enough to walk the streets late at night without any problems, whether you are a man or a woman.
Back to topWhat types of activities are there to do during the day?
While Montreal is known for its nightlife there is equally as much to do during the day! What ever you are in the mood for Montreal offers it, from a relaxing tour of the city to challenging your buddies to a go-kart race at North America's largest indoor track. Shopping in Montreal is world renowned. Our underground mall forms the largest network of shopping malls in the world. From the small boutiques on trendy St-Laurent to the massive underground mall, Montreal is a shopper's paradise, with a unique European flair for all budgets. Summer is also very exciting, because there are free outdoor festivals almost every weekend. The major sections of downtown are closed to cars for some of the more major street festivals, such as: Grand Prix, Jazz festival, Just for Laughs (comedy festival), and Montreal international Film Festival.
For larger groups, popular day time activities include: paintball, jet boating, go-carting, skiing, golf, spa, shopping, and sight seeing, and sleeping (for those that take full advantage of the nightlife.)
Back to topWill I have trouble if I do not speak French?
While French is the official language of Quebec, you will not have any problems speaking English. It is the first language for many Montrealers and for the most part everyone in the city speaks English, especially in all downtown bars, clubs, stores, and hotels. You will find almost everything including restaurant menus written in both English and French. Montreal is truly inviting to English tourists and everyone makes their best effort to speak English!
Back to topIs it an expensive city?
When compared to other metropolitan cities, you will find that Montreal offers great value. Restaurants, bars and clubs are fairly inexpensive. You can have a meal for under $15, drinks are reasonably priced, and cab rides are usually less than $10.
Back to topHow is the scenery?
In terms of physical scenery, Montreal is beautiful. The city is clean and modern with touches of traditional French architecture in Old Montreal. Unlike most cities, Montreal also has natural beauty with a large central mountain park (Mount Royal) and a charming waterfront in the Old Port. People watching, however, is what makes Montreal truly stunning. It is widely known that women in Montreal are some of the most beautiful in the world. Just take one walk down Ste-Catherine on a sunny summer day and you will certainly agree.
Back to topCan I use US dollars? Should I bring cash? ATM's?
You can use US dollars at most places in Montreal; however, you may not receive the most advantageous exchange rate. US ATM cards work in our bank machines and you typically receive the best exchange rate from your bank. Typical fees do apply, as well check to see if your bank charges "international" banking fees for using your ATM card in Canada.
Many find it advantageous to have some Canadian money for spending. It is not necessary to obtain Canadian dollars at an airport or from your local bank, for there are many small exchange places along main streets, and they charge only a small fee though (usually 2%). Hotels often provide conversion services but at a less advantageous rate. We find the best solution is to use your US ATM card.
Back to topWhat is the transportation like? Cabs? Subway? Limo?
There is excellent public transportation in Montreal. There are buses and the Metro (subway) that reach all corners of the city. Cabs are always circulating and reasonably inexpensive. We are also able to provide limousine and other private transportation. Despite all the options, most find walking around is the best. Most of the action and sights in Montréal are within a few blocks of each other so walking is usually your best option and it allows visitors to experience our city first hand.
Back to topDo people tip?
Tipping in Montreal is usually expected with services such as dining, drinking, and cabs. The rate at which people tip is similar to that of most US cities, the usual tip for dinning is 15% and people often tip a minimum $1-2 for a drink. One thing to note is that the $1 and $2 denominations are coins, so be aware of what you are tipping as it might be more than you expected.
Back to topWhat types of cuisine are available?
Downtown Montreal has more restaurants per capita than anywhere in the world, making it a true culinary paradise. Reflecting the diverse ethnic and national culture, Montreal has restaurants of every type of cuisine imaginable, usually within any few block radius. Dining reaches all ends of the budgetary spectrum, from VIP fine dinning to 24 hour diners. Montreal is known for its local specialties, such as: smoked meat, pountine, Montreal steak, and crepes, but traditional 'American' restaurants are also plentiful.
Back to topMontreal Nightlife
How is the Montreal nightlife?
Montreal has some of the most fantastic nightlife in the world. No matter what type of nightlife you are looking for Montreal has hundreds of clubs, bars, and lounges that can make your night out perfect. You can find clubs packed with beautiful woman and DJ's playing the hottest dance tracks all the way to having a few pints at an Irish pub with friends. The Montreal nightlife scene is all located on a few streets so bar and club hopping is easy.
Back to topMy group is a little older; are there any clubs for us?
Of course! Even though the legal drinking age starts at eighteen, the Montreal nightlife is not limited to only to college kids. There are many hotspots that are tailored to an older and more sophisticated crowd, so one never really outgrows the Montreal nightlife.
Back to topWhat time do clubs close?
Any club that serves alcohol closes at 3am with last call usually at 2:50am.
Back to topAre there after hours clubs?
There are several after hours clubs in Montreal to ensure the party never stops, most of which go till 10am! They do not serve alcohol but feature the best local and international DJ's.
Back to topWhat is the legal drinking age?
The legal drinking age is 18 in Montreal.
Back to topCan I smoke at the clubs?
No you cannot smoke inside the clubs. Although cigar smoking is allowed in certain lounges.
Back to topHow expensive are the drinks?
Drink prices are reasonable at the clubs and bars with beer costing between $4-7 and $6-8 per drink for mixed drinks. Many bars and clubs tend to have drink specials on certain nights or times, such as ladies night or open bar. Please note that prices do not include tips. It is generally easiest to pay cash at the bars/clubs than to start a tab.
Back to topIs there a dress code?
Montreal is quite a fashion conscious city. As a rule you can never be too dressed up to go out. Montrealers always try to look their best. However, guys, this does not mean that you are expected to wear a suit. At many clubs there is a dress code that mostly applies to men. In that you cannot wear sneakers, ripped jeans, hats, short, or sandals. Standard attire is usually a collared shirt with some fashionable jeans or pants with dress shoes. For women, dressier rather than not is standard.
Back to topI'm not a big fan of clubs: Are there good bars and lounges in the area?
If clubs are not your thing there are numerous bars and lounges that have more relaxed atmospheres. Simply let us know your style and interests so we can recommend the perfect place for you to spend your evening and enjoy the best Montreal nightlife
Back to topMontreal VIP
What is the minimum/ maximum group size for your service?
We have no minimum or maximum group size. We have provided our services for groups of 100+ people as well as groups of 1-2.
Back to topIs the package a standard package for every group?
All of the packages we offer to our clients are unique and customized to our guests specifications. Since no two people are the same, neither should any two packages. We work with you to put together the perfect package for you and your group including a fully personalized itinerary based on your preferences.
Back to topWhile in Montreal, for any reason, can we make changes to our itinerary?
While the itineraries are made prior to your arrival in Montreal, they are not set in stone. Thought out the weekend you are free to pick and choose any or all the events setup on the itinerary. You are free to make any changes you want from simply changing a dinner reservation to adding another club or activity.
Back to topDo you offer any special personalized types of packages for couples?
Yes, we do put together romantic getaway packages for couples. It is not uncommon for a guest to use our services for a party weekend and a few months later to use our services for themselves and their significant other.
Back to topDo you provide hotel? Transportation?
Our packages that include hotel accommodations are very popular with our guests. As we take care of the details and ensure you get a premium room downtown at the heart of the action. There is also the option of private transportation such a limousine service to and from the hotel to the airport. Since almost everything is within walking distance in Montreal there is no need to offer transportation while in Montreal. However, the option is available upon request.
Back to topWhat types of hotels do you offer?
We offer a selection of rooms in 3, 4, and 5 star hotels.
Back to topIf I booked a hotel on my own can I still use your service?
Most certainly! If you prefer to arrange your own accommodations, we do offer packages that do not include hotel services.
Back to topWhat happens if I have any questions or trouble while in Montreal?
Our agents are your main contact during your stay to ensure everything goes smoothly. Prior to your arrival in Montreal, we will provide you with the telephone numbers for several of our agents. Once you arrive, you will have a quick meeting with them to go over your package and address any questions or concerns. All of our agents are on call to answer any further questions or concerns during your stay and to ensure your satisfaction.
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