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<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/montreal-s-main-airport-right-a-restaurant-in-yul.jpg?id=61426381&width=1245&height=700&coordinates=0%2C0%2C0%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>There's been no shortage of construction at <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-airport-construction-2025" target="_blank">Montreal's airport</a> this summer — and now some big changes are happening on the food front, too.</p><p>As of August 4, three long-standing restaurants at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport have permanently closed: St-Hubert Express, La Brûlerie Saint-Denis, and Burger King. All three were located in the public departures area and had been serving travellers for years.</p><p><a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/montreal-trudeau-airport" target="_blank">YUL</a> announced the closures on its social media channels over the weekend, writing, "Thanks for the early coffees, comforting chicken and last-minute burgers!" while teasing that new food options will take their place soon.</p><div class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="4c007ca14b3daabc6fa5ab0e76c7ae67"><div class="fb-post" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/yulaeroport/posts/pfbid0hid21AoayxM3ekww2TWAAcEUBj6rokPLLcoCDijQ8gXUp5RApUWDqN5CJ7LNqdo1l"></div></div> <p><br/></p><p><br/></p><p>For now, the airport hasn't revealed what will replace them, so food choices near the departure zone may be a bit more limited in the short term. The choice to remove the longstanding eateries may be part of <a href="https://www.mtl.org/en/experience/transformation-airport-yul?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">YUL's broader redevelopment</a> project that will bring a new VIP lounge, a reconfigured drop-off area, and a $10-billion plan to completely transform YUL by 2035.</p><p>Other new features coming between now and 2028 include:</p><ul><li>A new REM light rail station (YUL-Aéroport-Montréal-Trudeau) set to open in 2027</li><li>A full overhaul of the parking system, including the demolition of the existing multilevel garage</li><li>Road network updates to accommodate the growing number of passengers</li><li>The start of southern terminal expansion work</li></ul><p>As the airport itself put it recently: "It might get a little messy before it gets beautiful. But trust us, it's gonna look amazing when it's done!"</p><p>It's also worth noting that this marks another bump in the road for St-Hubert, which was <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal-restaurants-mapq-fines-july-2025" target="_blank">hit with $1,500 in MAPAQ fines in July</a> over food safety violations at its rue Sainte-Catherine E location.</p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/people-walking-in-an-italian-town-right-a-beach-in-mexico.jpg?id=61330778&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=97%2C0%2C98%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>If you're planning a <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/beautiful-beaches-with-soft-sand-shores-road-trip-from-montreal" target="_blank">getaway this summer</a>, you might want to check <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/canada-travel-advisories" target="_blank">Canada's latest travel warnings</a> before locking in your itinerary. The <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/government-of-canada" target="_blank">federal government</a> just updated a bunch of advisories for popular international destinations, with concerns ranging from crime to conflict to natural disasters.</p><p>Here's a quick look at the newest Canadian travel advisories as of July 28, 2025:</p><h3>Bahamas (Updated July 21)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution</p><p>The latest update flags increased wildfire risks along with existing concerns about crime. Tourists should be cautious in Nassau and Freeport, where theft and occasional violent crime are reported. Dry weather and hurricane season also raise the possibility of travel disruptions.</p><p><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/bahamas" target="_blank">Bahamas travel advisory</a></p><h3>Mexico (Updated July 22)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution (and avoid non-essential travel to certain regions)</p><p>Cartel-related violence and kidnappings continue to affect both resort and border areas. Canada's advisory singles out states like Guerrero and Sinaloa as particularly risky. Tourists are urged to avoid road travel in certain regions and to use extra caution even in popular destinations.</p><p><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/mexico" target="_blank">Mexico travel advisory</a></p><h3>Brazil (Updated July 23)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution (and avoid non-essential travel to certain regions)</p><p>Brazil's stunning landscapes come with serious safety concerns. High crime rates in major cities like Rio, São Paulo and Salvador include violent robbery and carjackings. The government also warns against travelling near certain land borders due to organized crime. A new alert also flags the spread of the Oropouche virus in some regions.</p><p><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/brazil" target="_blank">Brazil travel advisory</a></p><h3>Philippines (Updated July 23)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution (and avoid all travel to certain regions)</p><p>Canada warns against all travel to Western Mindanao, including Basilan and Sulu, due to the threat of terrorism and kidnapping. Central and Eastern Mindanao are also flagged. Tropical Storm Co-May is another risk, bringing expected floods and landslides to Luzon. Violent crime and theft are concerns even in urban areas.</p><p><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/philippines" target="_blank">Philippines travel advisory</a></p><h3>South Africa (Updated July 23)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution</p><p>Violent crime, including armed robbery and carjackings, remains a serious concern in South Africa — especially after dark in cities like Johannesburg and Cape Town. Frequent power outages (load shedding) can disrupt security systems and emergency services. The advisory also warns about possible weather-related travel issues.</p><p><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/south-africa" target="_blank">South Africa travel advisory</a></p><h3>Italy (Updated July 23)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution</p><p>While there's no specific threat right now, the Canadian government warns of a general risk of terrorism throughout Europe, including Italy. Crowded sites like markets, religious events and transit hubs are potential targets. Petty crime is common, and upcoming mass gatherings like the Jubilee of Youth in Rome could impact travel plans.</p><p><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/italy" target="_blank">Italy travel advisory</a></p><h3>Ecuador (Updated July 23)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution (and avoid all travel to certain regions)</p><p>Ecuador is under a "state of internal armed conflict," with curfews and military operations in some regions. Drug trafficking, violent crime and kidnappings remain major concerns, especially near the Colombian and Peruvian borders. Recent flooding and landslides have also impacted travel routes.</p><p><span></span><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/ecuador" target="_blank">Ecuador travel advisory</a></p><h3>India (Updated July 23)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution (and avoid all travel to certain regions)</p><p>Several regions in India are flagged for extreme caution, including Jammu and Kashmir and areas near the Pakistan border. Protests and unrest have increased recently, especially in Delhi, and Canadian consular services are limited in some cities. Monsoon season adds risks of flooding and landslides.</p><p><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/india" target="_blank">India travel advisory</a></p><h3>Jamaica (Updated July 23)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution</p><p>Gang-related violence, armed robbery and other serious crimes continue to affect areas of Kingston, Montego Bay and Spanish Town. LGBTQ+ travellers should also be aware of discriminatory laws and risks of harassment. Hurricane season can bring additional disruption through the fall.</p><p><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/jamaica" target="_blank">Jamaica travel advisory</a></p><h3>Thailand (Updated July 24)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution (and avoid all travel to certain regions)</p><p>Thailand remains a popular travel hotspot, but ongoing tensions near the Cambodia border have raised new red flags. Armed conflict recently broke out in that area, leading to an "avoid all travel" warning within 20 kilometres of the boundary. Other high-risk zones include provinces in the far south, like Narathiwat and Yala, where insurgent attacks continue.</p><p>In Bangkok, protests can erupt without warning and disrupt movement. Petty theft is also common in tourist-heavy areas, especially during festivals and beach parties.</p><p><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/thailand" target="_blank">Thailand travel advisory</a></p><h3>Cambodia (Updated July 24)</h3><br/><p><strong>Risk level:</strong> Exercise a high degree of caution</p><p>Canada is advising travellers to avoid all travel within 20 kilometres of the Thai border due to recent cross-border violence and landmine risks. Provinces like Preah Vihear and Oddar Meanchey are under additional warnings due to instability. Petty crime, especially phone and bag snatching, remains a concern in cities like Phnom Penh and Siem Reap.</p><p><a href="https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/cambodia" target="_blank">Cambodia travel advisory</a></p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p><p><em>This story was adapted from the article <a href="https://www.narcity.com/canada-travel-advisories-july-2025" target="_blank">"Canada has issued new urgent travel advisories for several popular vacation spots," </a>which was originally published on Narcity .</em></p><p class=""><em><br/></em></p>
