6 Cheap Flights From Montreal You Can Book Right Now To Escape This Winter Hell
Cover photo cred -ย Cory Disbrow
It's around this time of the year whenย winter is at its most relentless and unforgiving. What's worse, good ol' Punxsutawney Phil (everyone's favouriteย psychic groundhog) has predicted yet another 6 weeks of frozen hell.
Don't get me wrong, if any city knows how to do winter, it's Montreal, but these frigid temperaturesย definitely leave a whole lot to be desired. Like that feeling of warm sunshine kissing your face, or swimming inย water that's not frozen solid, orย you know, the general ability to step outside without requiringย layers upon layers of sub-zeroย protection.
So what's a Montrealer to do when the weather outside is truly frightful and the fire inside just doesn't cut it? Why, go where the sun does shine, of course! As it turns out, escaping the cold and finding greener pastures is not only possible, it's affordable!ย Any one of the warm destinations presented in this list is sure to beat those wintertime blues into submission, and if nothing else, theย pictures should offer at least some temporary respite.
Photo cred -ย FLSmith
San Francisco
Price: As low as $259/person
Length: 8h 45m
Departure Date: February 23
Details: 1 stop, one way
The Destination: The gateway to the Far East, the city of San Francisco is simply fabulous. By day, take a stroll around the Presidio or Golden Gate Park, snap some pics of the Painted Ladies, explore Fisherman's Wharf and the Aquarium of the Bay, and can't forget to ride a cable car or two along the way. By night, go for a fancy dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant or a grab quick bite in Chinatown, then experience some of the West Coast's best nightlife.
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Miami
Price: As low as $209/person
Length: 4h
Departure Date: February 23
Details: No stop/one way
The Destination: Miami is Magic City and it's sure to leave you under its spell. By day, kick back with a cigar and grab a bite at Versailles Restaurant in Little Havana, visit the beautiful Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in the Bay of Biscayne, go people-watching on Lincoln Road, and of course, get your tan on at the beach. By night, there's only one place to be, and that's South Beach for some scandalous nighttime adventures.
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Los Angeles
Price: As low as $269/person
Length: 8h 45m
Departure Date: February 23
Details: 1 stop, one way
The Destination: There's a reason it's called the City of Angels, and that's because the warmth and sunshine here are heavenly. By day, shop in style on Rodeo Drive, go see all the Hollywood stars, and take in the sights of Venice Beach Boardwalk. By night, hit up Sunset Boulevard for some live music, or share some skin at one of Santa Monica's many beach lounges.
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Honolulu
Price: As low as $350/person
Length: 15h
Departure Date: February 23
Details: 1-2 stops, one way
The Destination: The "sheltered port" or "calm harbour" that is Honolulu is sure to protect you from all that ails you. By day, head over to Wakiki for surfing and other ocean water sports, or explore over 900 different animals at the Honolulu Zoo, or hike up to Manoa Falls for a lush green jungle swim. By night, munch on some delicious local Hawaiian food, or go bar-hopping in Downtown Honolulu and Chinatown.
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Cancun
Price: As low as $250/person
Length: 8h
Departure Date: February 23
Details: 1 stop, one way
The Destination: The gateway to the ancient Mayan civilization, Cancun offers plenty of history and adventure for all tastes. By day, visit the Mayan archaeological ruins, get a taste of local flavour in the city, or lounge around on the stunning white-sand beaches. By night, eat and drink in the glitzy Hotel Zone, where the Party Center comes alive for thousands of eager party goers every evening at some of the hottest clubs in Latin America such as The City and Coco Bongo.
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Las Vegas
Price: As low as $233/person
Length: 9h
Departure Date: February 23
Details: 1 stop, one way
The Destination: Viva Las Vegas, baby! Whatever you're looking for, the Entertainment Capital of the World is sure to have it in spades (pun!). By day, hit the jackpot at any one of Sin City's world-famous casinos, go for a swim at the Hard Rock pool, and wander the Strip for any number of interesting sights. By night - What happens in Vegas...
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