We had set the alarm for 7 and were up before that and soon ready to check out of our short stay at the Planet Traveler hostel. This was a good experience and allowed us to spend our short time in Toronto in a central location for exploring yesterday.
We dressed quickly and secured the last few things before turning in our bedding and checking out. We had a 1 km walk to the subway for a short ride under crowded commute conditions to the train station. It was a bit of work, especially with Laurie's heavier bag with smaller wheels. We hit the subway maze with many commuters and construction underway. A few questions later we were in the waiting area relaxing with time to spare but no breakfast strategy? I did get a cup of coffee at the hostel in my travel mug which helped. We boarded with minimal fuss in spite of not being able to check bags.
We enjoyed wireless-and a food cart throughout the five hour train ride. We have clean clothes for our three night stay coming in Montreal and a nice AirBnB in a great location. We had some difficulty communicating with our host along the way via Skype which was probably due a lag. We used the time to catch up on news and activities and even a brief FaceTime with Elle.
We didn't have any problems at the Montreal station and were quickly on the subway for a few stops. I like those short easy directions.
I was surprised to hear or see so little English but navigation was still easy we enjoyed a short walk to our AirBNB but had to call for instructions on how to get in as our host didn't meet us as planned. She had tried to send a text message we couldn't get that her baby was sick and she was at the doctors. She gave us quick directions to get in using a lockbox after we put Laurie's phone off airplane mode to make a call.
We found a lovely small apartment up over 20 outside steps whichever is the common entry method in this plateau neighborhood. We took a walk and picked up bread, cheese, fruit, cucumber and such for a meal outside on the balcony which is a great part of the apartment. The sun was setting on a balmy evening as we settled in full and slightly tired from the day's travels. We both ended up staying up late reading and catching up on things while planning for our next few days here. It feels very good to be in Montreal!
All packed to leave the Planet Traveler Hostel
Oil cars were seen too often as we rode trains
Laurie testing the many steps to our Montreal AirBnB
A little neighborhood shopping
Dining on the balcony was a balmy treat!
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