How to Pack for a Trip to Montreal

The world's second largest French-speaking city offers old-world charm and elegance. Montreal has very extreme weather, however, so come prepared.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Backpacks
• Duffel Bags
• Walking Shoes
• Travel Clothes
• Garment Bags
• Carry-on Bags
• Luggage Sets

1. Pack according to your business needs. Most men and women wear suits in the more traditional professions. Hose and knee-length skirts are advisable for women.

2. Take lightweight layers for summer visits. Long shorts, khakis, long- and short-sleeved shirts, skirts and a sweater for layering should suffice.

3. Pair warm-weather attire with sandals and walking shoes.

4. Bring warm clothes for visits between November and March when temperatures are low and the air is bitterly cold. A very heavy winter coat, long underwear, wool pants, turtleneck sweaters, a wool hat, a warm scarf, gloves, heavy socks and boots are must-haves.

5. Pack simple, dressy-casual attire for evenings on the town. Women will impress in a nice dress and heels, while men might opt for slacks, a sports coat and loafers.

Tips & Warnings

• Bring a carry-on bag that includes all necessities - such as your passport, a change of clothes, all medications, spare contact lenses or glasses, all forms of money and any important documents--in case your luggage goes astray.

• Pack to accommodate your needs. Leave superfluous items at home.

• Always pack suits in a garment bag to avoid excess wrinkles and misshapen garments postflight.

• As of January, 2007, passports are required for US citizens traveling between the US and Canada by air. In January, 2008, the requirement will extend to include those traveling by land or sea.