O’ Canada

Montreal, Canada

Back into foreign country we went. 

Even though this was the first time this year that we crossed the boarder, it was the second time that I had been to Montreal, Canada.   And, it may not seem like a big deal to many, but that was huge for me because I knew more of what to expect.  Yes, it still was a pain not being able to use our phones the way we do in the states, but knowing how to get around and always looking for wifi was key.  Some things also just seemed to come back and look familiar just as they did last year, so that was comforting in a way as well. 

We stayed in the same hotel as last year, and the rooms are huge!  It is basically like living in an apartment minus the full kitchen.  However, even though Montreal has never been a city where we are shuttled to the arena, we were this time.  I must say, it was quite nice compared to the long walk in the cold that we normally have even though some still chose that option this time as well for old-time’s sake. 

Continuing tradition, the show also adapted to the culture and the track changed to French.  It was the first time that we had performed the show in another language so far this year.  Even though it was a change and quite different, it was also nice to hear something slightly different.  It seemed to make the days go faster and that definitely helped since we had a 12-pack and did a total of 14 shows in five days!

So, while most of our days were spent working at the arena on the ice, we did still manage to get out and enjoy the city. 

There was so much to take in from the shopping, to the culture, to the nightlife, to being in a different country in general. 

When in Canada you need to experience:

Poutine (French fries, beef gravy, and cheese curds)

All Dressed Chips

Ketchup Chips

Smarties (chocolate vs. USA fruit flavors)

A&W (restaurant)

Tim Horton's (restaurant/cafe) 

Crispy Crunch (candy bar)

Mars Bar (candy bar)

Coffee Crisp (candy bar)