Yes, we will be flying in to Montreal and renting a vehicle to drive down to Vermont as it is only a 2 hour drive and the flights to Montreal are mostly direct and inexpensive.
Yes, the venue is currently completely booked but there are numerous lodging options minutes from the venue. Our event coordinator recommended Mad Bush Falls and Mad River Lodge.
We are working on planning some casual welcome drinks the day before to tie in with the wedding rehearsal, once I have a better idea of when everyone is planning to arrive I will update details for the welcome drinks.
Black formal is preferred but I trust almost everyones style and decision making.