Admiral Beez
Superstar
Just got back from a great weekend VIA trip to Montreal. Left Friday morning from Union, enjoyable run on VIA without delays, food was good for economy. Stayed at Hotel Bonaventure, which is connected directly to VIA's Montreal station. Great hotel with outdoor, year-round roof top pool and duck pond. Great for the kids.
Two great nights in Montreal, including good dinners out at http://www.lepoispenche.com/ and http://www.etoiledesindes.com/, shopping on St. Catherine, plus a great walk from Notre Dam cathedral (worth the $5 admission) up the hill to a cliche and great lunch at http://www.maindelisteakhouse.com/ then a walk back to the hotel through the Eaton Centre and underground city. Lastly took a bus tour of the mountain and sites.
Then today took the VIA home, again an on-time, fast and pleasant run with good service. The car was rather worn out, especially the upholstery, but I find that the older cars have more confortable seating.
So, if you're looking for a three day weekend, I recommend VIA to Montreal.
Two great nights in Montreal, including good dinners out at http://www.lepoispenche.com/ and http://www.etoiledesindes.com/, shopping on St. Catherine, plus a great walk from Notre Dam cathedral (worth the $5 admission) up the hill to a cliche and great lunch at http://www.maindelisteakhouse.com/ then a walk back to the hotel through the Eaton Centre and underground city. Lastly took a bus tour of the mountain and sites.
Then today took the VIA home, again an on-time, fast and pleasant run with good service. The car was rather worn out, especially the upholstery, but I find that the older cars have more confortable seating.
So, if you're looking for a three day weekend, I recommend VIA to Montreal.