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    Money

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    It's always advisable to bring money in a variety of forms on a vacation: a mix of cash, credit cards, and traveler's checks. You should also exchange enough petty cash to cover airport incidentals, tipping, and transportation to your hotel b... Continue reading »

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    Sustainable travel & ecotourism

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    Each time you take a flight or drive a car CO2 is released into the atmosphere. You can help neutralize this danger to our planet through "carbon offsetting" -- paying someone to reduce your CO2 emissions by the same amount you've added. Carb... Continue reading »

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    Tips on accommodations

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Both Montréal and Québec City are rich with the new category of boutique hotels, which combine high-end service with plush room accommodations and decor that ranges from Asian minimalist to country luxury. A good room in one of these smaller... Continue reading »

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    Tips for families

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Montréal and Québec City offer an abundance of family-oriented activities, many of them outdoors, even in winter. Dog sledding, watersports, river cruises, fort climbing, and fireworks displays are among the many attractions. The walls and fo... Continue reading »

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    Tips for gay and lesbian travelers

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    The Québec province has come far: Gay life here is generally open, accepted, and marketed to, especially in its two major cities. The official Tourisme Montréal website at www.tourisme-montreal.org has a special "Montréal Gay to Z" mini-site... Continue reading »

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    Tips for senior travelers

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    Mention the fact that you're a senior when you make your travel reservations. Although the major U.S. airlines have canceled their senior discount and coupon book programs, many Québec hotels offer discounts for seniors. Many theaters, museum... Continue reading »

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    Tips for single travelers

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    Many people prefer traveling alone, and for independent travelers, solo journeys offer infinite opportunities to explore a place deeply, meet locals, and even make friends. The most frequent problem for solo travelers can be feelings of is... Continue reading »

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    Tips for student travelers

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    Both Montréal and Québec City have centrally located university areas filled with students, and both cities cater to the young adult crowd. Always carry a university or similar ID card to obtain the many available discounts, especially at... Continue reading »

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    Tips for travelers with disabilities

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    Most disabilities shouldn't stop anyone from traveling. There are more options and resources out there than ever before. Québec regulations regarding accessibility for wheelchairs are similar to those in the U.S., including curb cuts, entr... Continue reading »

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    Tips for travelers with pets

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    Pets with proper rabies vaccination records may be admitted to Canada, but review the necessary procedures with the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), at tel. 506/636-5064, and online at www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca. To ensure a smooth border cr... Continue reading »

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    Tips for women travelers

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Montréal and Québec City are among the safest cities in North America, so only the basic urban cautions about dark streets and care in giving out hotel room numbers need be observed. Check out the award-winning website Journeywoman (www.jo... Continue reading »

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    Tips for vegetarian travelers

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    In Montréal, Le Commensal is a downtown vegetarian restaurant and Aux Vivres a popular vegan spot in Mile End. Options are slimmer in Québec City, although both Happy Cow's Vegetarian Guide to Restaurants & Health Food Stores (www.happycow.n... Continue reading »

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