French Only?
 

I am planning a trip to Montreal and Quebec City and wondering if QC people speak both English and French or mostly French? Am I going to need a guide?

Mary, <BR> <BR>Do not fret! I speak 'menu French'. We just returned from Montreal/Quebec City. You will not need a guide. Large majority of folks we spoke with, speak English (among other languages). <BR>Have a wonderful trip!

We've been to Paris several times, but have never stayed at any of these hotels. I'd like personal recommendations as to which are most comfortable in terms of bathroom size, room size, bed, etc. We're not picky, but 10 days is a long time. <BR> <BR>Hotel des Grandes Ecoles <BR>Hotel La Familia <BR>Hotel du Champ de Mars <BR>Grand Hotel Leveque <BR>Hotel Minerve <BR> <BR>I've done searches of these hotels and have lots of great info, but not too much on baths and room sizes! Thanks

Many, if not most, people in Montreal also speak English so you shouldn't have any problems. I spent a month in Montreal on business and did not encounter any problems. There are less English-speaking people in smaller communities in Quebec. I am not familiar with Quebec City but I have heard that they are less "English friendly" and less willing to speak English, but don't take my word for it.

Spent a week in Montreal and Quebec City this past July. Do not worry, language will be no barrier to you in either city.

Carol, Check out the Europe forum for hotels in Paris. They will help you there.

I am from the US and spent a summer in Montreal on business. I stayed close to downtown Montreal at the Holiday Inn. My business was at a steel plant about 30 miles down the river from Montreal. <BR> <BR>First, let me say I enjoyed Montreal very much. It is one of my favorite places to visit. <BR> <BR>I do not speak French and did not have many problems in Montreal. However I did run into many folks that did not speak English. However between hand gestures, and whatever, we were able to communicate. <BR> <BR>There was a young female parking attendant at the Holiday Inn's parking lot that did not speak any English. We had a very interesting time once when we could not find my car. However she was very sweet and between the two of us, we were able to locate it. We literally walked thoughout the structure until it turned up. There was a restaurant across the street from the hotel that I used to frequent. Many of the waitresses there did not speak English. There was one that was sympthetic to my problem and made every effort to help me. Needless to say, she became my regular waitress. She would sit with me and go through the menu, pointing at the pictures, etc. and helping me to understand. These experiences only added to my enjoyment of Montreal. <BR> <BR>The countryside was a little different. Very few of the people spoke English in the small towns around where I was working. However, again, with many smiles and attempts at communicating, we did all right. Boy, do they have some great places to eat in these small towns. <BR> <BR>Do not let any artificial language barrier prevent you from enjoying the richness of Montreal and Quebec.