Cruises a la Montreal by Cruise the Saint Lawrence

Irresistible

MONTRÉAL

Many cruise lines use Montréal as a starting or ending point for their itineraries along the St. Lawrence River. The city’s cosmopolitan character can be seen in its multicultural population of 3.7 million people, representing more than 80 cultural groups. Montréal is the world’s second-largest French-speaking city after Paris, and you’ll hear conversations sprinkled with English, French and many other languages as well. And, of course, Montréal is famous for its warmth and openness. Montrealers are easygoing and friendly, and they love to welcome visitors to their city.

Step ashore in Montréal, an island gem in the mighty St. Lawrence River, and discover the city’s signature blend of European charm and exciting urban vibe. Montréal is compact, safe and pedestrianfriendly, so getting from the Montréal Cruise Terminal to your hotel is quick and easy. Plus, you’ll find a wealth of historic sites, major attractions, activities and countless restaurants and shops all along the way.

more than just a starting point for cruises…

Cruise passengers and crews will enjoy discovering new activities in Montréal all year round.

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A city for all seasons

Montréal: One day is never enough! From historic Old Montréal to the trendy Plateau to the hip and happening downtown core, there’s so much to explore in Montréal that one day is never enough. Plan to stay over for a few days just before or after your cruise to get out and mingle with the locals and discover the many charms of this safe and walkable city.

Treat yourself to something special From famous upscale brands to trendy local designers, Montréal is a treasure trove of fashion, antiques, home decor, jewelry, trinkets and original gifts. From downtown chic to neighborhood niche, you’re sure to find something to satisfy your inner shopper. Take in a show Any time is show time in Montréal. Take your pick of modern or classical dance, opera, symphony, theater, circus arts, rock concerts, cabarets and more. Then there’s jazz, comedy, fireworks, film, tango, fringe theater, and fine cuisine: Montréal has a festival for almost anything you can think of. There’s always something going on and the party is open to all. Savour life’s pleasures When it comes to food, Montréal is the city of indulgence. With more restaurants per capita than anywhere else in North America offering everything from haute cuisine to Montréal’s famous poutine, resisting temptation is simply futile.

Happy hour at 5? Concert at 8? Dinner at 11? Follow it up with casino night or maybe a live music venue, cool lounge, hot club, trendy after-hours party—or all of the above. And don’t forget the 5 a.m. breakfast to keep you going! 04

Lose the schedule

Go for a stroll Compact and safe, Montréal is made for walking. Stroll back in time along the cobblestone streets of Old Montréal, make time for playtime with the family at the Quays of the Old Port or discover the world of art, history or science at one of the city’s many museums. Get a breath of fresh air

With 560 kilometres (350 miles) of bike paths, a great water playground called the St. Lawrence River, 1,000 parks, 12 golf courses within 20 minutes of downtown and a mountain right in the middle of the city, Montréal makes it easy to enjoy the great outdoors. Let your spirit soar Known as the “City of a Thousand Spires”, Montréal has a rich religious history that will surround you from the moment you step ashore in Old Montréal. Start with the Notre-Dame Basilica, the fabulously ornate Gothic Revival masterpiece. Just next door is the Saint-Sulpice Seminary, the oldest building in Montréal, dating from the 1600s. Then turn your gaze skyward and head up to the majestic St. Joseph’s Oratory, perched on the slopes of Mount Royal. Come as you are A premier gay and lesbian tourism destination, Montréal has a vibrant LGBT community and an open and welcoming local population. Activities abound all year long, but summer really heats up with Divers/Cité (late July to early August), the LGBT arts and music festival in the Old Port, and the Montréal Pride festival (midAugust) in Montréal’s legendary Gay Village.

Grab a seat on an outdoor patio or at a trendy wine bar. Order a café au lait or Sauvignon Blanc. Watch the beautiful people go by. Chat up your neighbor. Order dessert. Chat up your other neighbor. Repeat as desired.

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Kick back and relax

Steps away from major attractions

Accessible and exciting, Montréal is a world-class cruise destination. The Montréal Cruise Terminal is located right in the heart of Old Montréal, making it easy for you to immerse yourself in the city without venturing too far. This historic neighbourhood features the Quays of the Old Port, the Clock Tower Beach and vast array of other must-see attractions. If you feel an itch to explore, a short walk or a quick metro ride will let you discover Montréal’s mosaic of eclectic neighbourhoods, from the bustling downtown core to the trendy Plateau Mont-Royal and beyond.

So close to everything • Old Montréal and the Old Port: 3-minute walk • Downtown: 0.62 miles (1 km) away or 5 minutes by taxi • Two metro stations (Place d’Armes and Square-Victoria): 15-minute walk or 5 minutes by taxi • Car rentals: 10-minute walk • Banks: 10-minute walk • Montréal Casino: 3.7 miles (6 km) away or 10 minutes by taxi • Montréal–Trudeau Airport: 12.4 miles (20 km) away and approx. 20 minutes by taxi.

These awards are the result of a concerted effort by the Port of Montréal and its partners who, season after season, offer shipping lines and cruise passengers an exemplary level of professionalism and services to ensure a most memorable stay.

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An awardwinning port

The Port of Montréal earned top honours from the prestigious Cruise Insight magazine no less than ten times over the past five years in the following categories: • Most Efficient Port Services (2012) • Most Responsive Port (2011) • Most Efficient Terminal Operator (2010, 2011) • Best Turnaround Destination (2009, 2010, 2011) • Best Turnaround Port Operations (2008, 2009, 2011)

Improved Terminal services When you disembark at the Montréal Cruise Terminal, you’ll find a large and welcoming area with spectacular views of the city and the St. Lawrence River. Thanks to a 2013 facelift, the main Montréal Cruise Terminal building is able to expand the reception area on days when the port is receiving more than one ship at a time. Turnaround passengers will find the space much more pleasing than before.

Throughout the season, reception and information services are available at the main terminal, ensuring you begin an excellent stay in Montréal from the moment you step off your ship. And now, you’ll be on your way faster than ever. Passengers go through Customs at the first port of arrival in Canada. That means you won’t have to go through the process in Montréal, speeding up disembarkation. Speed, efficiency and unforgettable experiences – that’s Montréal!

Section M • L ength: 628.3 m (2,061 ft)

Section 3 and 5 • Length: 360 m (1,181 ft)

Section 4 and 6 • Length: 372 m (1,220 ft)

AIRDRAFT •A ir draft: Downstream: between 48 m and 50 m (157 ft and 164 ft)

• Depth: 7.6 m (25 ft)

•D epth: 9.4 to 10.2 m (31 ft to 33 ft)

• Depth: 9.7 m (32 ft)

• Tidal movement: Nil

• Apron: 9.1 m (30 ft)

•A pron: 9.1 m (30 ft)

• Apron: 9.1 m (30 ft)

• Marine references: Chart # 1310 Canadian Hydrographic Service • L atitude: 45° 30´ N • Longitude: 73° 33´ W

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE PORT

Terminal services include: •A waiting area

• Montréal–Trudeau Airport kiosks

Port services • Fuel by truck

• Waste disposal

• T ourist information

• Free Wi-Fi

• Fresh water

• Taxi service

• P ublic telephones

• Taxi service

• Lighting

•B athrooms (accessible for physicaly challenged people) 08

• Electricity

Steps away from major attractions

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An awardwinning port

Section M • L ength: 628.3 m (2,061 ft)

Section 3 and 5 • Length: 360 m (1,181 ft)

Section 4 and 6 • Length: 372 m (1,220 ft)

AIRDRAFT •A ir draft: Downstream: between 48 m and 50 m (157 ft and 164 ft)

• Depth: 7.6 m (25 ft)

•D epth: 9.4 to 10.2 m (31 ft to 33 ft)

• Depth: 9.7 m (32 ft)

• Tidal movement: Nil

• Apron: 9.1 m (30 ft)

•A pron: 9.1 m (30 ft)

• Apron: 9.1 m (30 ft)

• Marine references: Chart # 1310 Canadian Hydrographic Service • L atitude: 45° 30´ N • Longitude: 73° 33´ W

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE PORT

Terminal services include: •A waiting area

• Montréal–Trudeau Airport kiosks

Port services • Fuel by truck

• Waste disposal

• T ourist information

• Free Wi-Fi

• Fresh water

• Taxi service

• P ublic telephones

• Taxi service

• Lighting

•B athrooms (accessible for physicaly challenged people) 08

• Electricity

Cruising through Montréal–Trudeau International Airport If Montréal is your final cruise destination, Montréal–Trudeau International Airport is just 20 minutes from downtown, making your trip home a breeze. Offering 24/7 service, Montréal–Trudeau is a world leader in new check-in technology, which minimizes pre-boarding waiting times and expedites baggage processing. The airport’s modern facilities feature a broad choice of shops and restaurants, and its efficient design means you only have to walk a short distance within the terminal, making your overall travel experience as easy as possible. A truly international hub, Montréal– Trudeau is served by more than 30 airlines travelling to some 130 destinations in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, the Caribbean and North America. To accommodate projected growth, intensive expansion plans are already underway. These include the extension of the international and domestic check-in area and the addition of eight new boarding gates, six of them equiped with passenger loading bridges for wide-body jets, to be in service by 2016.

Montréal-Trudeau makes it easy • E xtensive network of international and American routes •M odern infrastructure • State-of-the-art check-in technology • Free Wi-Fi • Less than 20 minutes from downtown •H ighest standards of operational efficiency and traffic fluidity •M any local transportation options from the airport to the Montréal Cruise Terminal • P re-boarding kiosks at the Cruise Terminal cruisesalamontreal.com

cruise the St. Lawrence River Opt for a cruise along the St. Lawrence River to discover all it has to offer. One of nine ports of call along the seaway, Montrﾃｩal is a major embarkation and disembarkation port. It is a starting point for the Canada/New England route, and the beginning and end point for travel to and from Europe, as well as to and from the ﾃ四es de la Madeleine.

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Montréal

TOURISME MONTRÉAL

1555 Peel, Suite 600 Montréal (Québec) H3A 3L8 E-mail: info@tourisme-montreal.org Toll-free: 877 266-5687 Phone: 514 873-2015 Website: www.tourisme-montreal.org

MONTRÉAL PORT AUTHORITY

Port of Montréal Building, Wing No. 1, Cité du Havre Montréal (Québec) H3C 3R5 E-mail: info@port-montreal.com Phone: 514-283-7011 Website: www.port-montreal.com

JÉRÉMIE GABOURG

TONY BOEMI

Manager – Media and Leisure Market E-mail: gabourg.jeremie@tourisme-montreal.org Phone: 514 844.2075

Vice-President, Growth and Development E-mail: boemit@port-montreal.com Phone: 514-283-6620

JAMES N. WANNELL Director, Marketing and Development Europe E-mail: jnw2@wanadoo.fr Phone: 011.06.09.66.59.18.

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MONTRÉAL CRUISE COMMITTEE NATHALIE GAUDET Project Manager, Montréal Cruise Committee E-mail: nathalie@montrealcruisecommittee.com Phone: 514 374-6103