Posts Tagged ‘Travel’
Three Ways To Save Money On Your Family Vacation
Taking a family vacation can feel more like work than a holiday when you have two kids under the age of four. Still, I think it’s important to get away from our routine every few months, even if it’s just for a short trip. Last week, after packing what seemed like the entire contents of…
Read MoreAeroplan, Avion, Avios, Adios
This is a guest post by reader Charles Newell, who has recently done some extensive research on redeeming travel rewards. Much has been written on these pages about rewards cards but little with regard to what you can do with the rewards once you’ve got them. In October of 2009 we switched from two CIBC…
Read MoreAre Road Trips Really Cheaper Than Flying?
Canadians love to escape the cold, dark and slushy days of winter in favor of warm, sunny destinations. One popular option is Florida. With it’s beautiful beaches, water parks, golf courses, theme parks and more, the state bursts at the seams with Canadians in the winter. The path to Florida is well worn with lots of daily…
Read MoreForget The Resort! Why You Should Travel For The Experience This Winter
Winter is now officially here and many Canadians are thinking about a trip to a sunny Caribbean destination to escape the ice, slush and snow. Destinations like Cuba, Mexico, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic and many more are eagerly awaiting their snowbird clientele. Many of us will opt for an all inclusive resort where the food…
Read More5 Things To Consider When Choosing Travel Insurance
As Canadians, we have a health care system that allows us to get the treatment we need, almost anywhere. However, in some cases our health coverage doesn’t apply across the border. If you are heading south, whether it’s for the winter in a milder climate, or a quick shopping trip, it’s important to consider travel…
Read MoreSnowbirds: What You Need To Know
Canadians who head down south for a good part of the winter to enjoy sunnier skies and a milder climate – and the opportunity to golf in January – are known as snowbirds. Although there are other options, the Sunbelt of the U.S. is by far the most popular destination – it’s close by, has…
Read More6 Free Mobile Apps That Make Travel Easier
Up until the last few years, travel technology offerings had mostly consisted of online travel agents like Expedia, Orbitz, Priceline and others. These sources help travelers book flights and hotels, rent cars and find other deals. Then along came the iPhone and the application or “app” ecosystem, which also includes Android and BlackBerry. Even though…
Read MoreTravel Medical Insurance: Don’t Leave Home Without It
While we pay higher taxes than the residents of many other countries, Canadians enjoy a world class public health care system. This system provides for many of our health related needs except when we are traveling outside of the country. A recent study conducted by Bank Of Montreal revealed that 60% of Canadians do not regularly purchase…
Read More10 Great Canadian Outdoor Summer Adventures
Tired of hearing about staycations and other frugal ways to travel? Here is a list of 10 great Canadian outdoor summer adventures to try:
Read MoreUsing A NEXUS Card To Cross The Border
Travellers seeking to expedite the border clearance process should look into using a NEXUS card to cross the border.
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