Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
U.S. citizens are now required to carry passports when crossing into Canada; Canadians
entering the United States must have a passport, a NEXUS card, an Enhanced Driver's Li-
cense (EDL), or Enhanced Identification Card (EIC). Citizens of other countries must show
their passports and appropriate visas, and may be asked to prove that they have sufficient
funds for their length of stay. U.S. citizens returning to the United States by air must present
a U.S. passport.
When heading north into Canada, travelers age 21 and older can import, duty free, a
maximum of 40 ounces of liquor or 24 twelve-ounce cans of beer or ale into the country
as personal luggage. Up to 50 cigars and 200 cigarettes may be allowed entry duty free for
those age 18 or over. U.S. visitors spending more than 48 hours in Canada may bring $400
worth of duty-free goods back with them, or $200 if staying less than 48 hours. If you're
carrying more than $10,000, you'll need to declare the amount. Handguns can't be taken
into Canada, although hunting rifles are allowed.
For the most part, Montana and Wyoming comply with state and federal guidelines for han-
dicapped access. Most hotels offer accessible rooms, and the national parks and even some
state parks feature accessible trails. However, it's important to remember that many parts of
both states are rural, and some features may be outdated, less accessible, or nonexistent.
Overall, Montana and Wyoming can be exciting for a woman traveling alone. For the most
part, the West is full of independent and strong women, and you won't seem out of place in
most areas. Outgoing and talkative women—as well as men—will feel right at home. Folks
are pretty friendly and accommodating around these parts, and in general they like to meet
people from other places. Of course, there is always the occasional weirdo, so if a place or
a person makes you uncomfortable, the best thing to do is just leave. Use the same precau-
tions and common sense that you would at home. And it's worth noting that bear spray can
be just as effective on a creepy dude as it is on a curious grizzly.
It's safe to say that many people in Montana and Wyoming are socially conservative, and
same-sex public displays of affection are not very common. You shouldn't necessarily an-
ticipate discrimination or hostility if you are gay, but you'll want to be aware of your sur-
roundings. You might not think much of expressing yourself at a back-road Montana or
