The cost of travel: How to eat cheap when travelling
Eating is one of my favourite things to do when I’m travelling. I absolutely love sampling local cuisine and some of my most memorable travel memories revolve around meals I’ve had. I honestly still dream about that matcha sundae I had in Kyoto, Tokyo. The problem is, eating out is expensive so I’ve had to…
Read MoreTravelpro Crew Versapack Global Review
In anticipation of an upcoming trip to Orlando with my brother and me, my cousin asked me what luggage I have. I told him that I use an AER Travel Pack for short trips where I’m on the move a lot, a four-wheel rolling carry-on when I’m doing short, multi-day business trips and a backpack/duffle…
Read MoreAre Robo Advisors in Canada Right for you?
Taking control of my finances and becoming a do-it-yourself investor was one of my greatest accomplishments. I always tell people that it’s pretty easy to become a DIY investor, all you need to do is get over your initial fears and do a little bit of research. Setting yourself up as an index investor is not…
Read MoreManulife All-In Banking Review
Not many people think about Manulife for their banking needs so it was pretty interesting when they introduced their new All-In Banking Plan which gives you access to 4 different products: an everyday bank account, a high-interest savings account, a no-fee cash back credit card and travel disruption insurance. The idea is that all of…
Read MoreHow to Plan Your First Trip
It seems odd that I’ve written a post on how to plan your first trip, but many people have no clue where to begin when it comes to travel. Okay, maybe it’s due to a lack of motivation or laziness, but the idea of this post is to guide you through planning a vacation. To…
Read MoreHow to Get the Most Out of Your Banks
Although some people have decided to use digital banks only, the majority of Canadians still use brick and mortar banks. There’s nothing wrong with that, but the question is are you getting the most out of your banks? Traditional banks offer a variety of products services but it seems like many people are using them…
Read MoreLive at Home Without Debt? Here’s What to do With Your Money
A little while back, a reader of mine (Suzette) commented on how it would be interesting to read a post that’s aimed at Asians. Her point was that many Asians typically live at home rent-free until they’re married and usually their parents would have paid for their education. As someone who fits that description perfectly,…
Read MoreWhy I Still Embrace Frugal Living
Like many other people, as I’ve grown older, my income has increased. Think of it as climbing the corporate ladder. Making more money is great, but I still embrace a frugal lifestyle. It’s not like I’m the cheapest person out there, I just like being smart with my money. Don’t get me wrong, I won’t…
Read MoreQuestions to Ask Before You Book That Cheap Flight
Over the years, thanks to sites such as Nextdeparture.ca, it’s never been easier to find cheap airfare. I like saving money just like anyone else, but one big issue with these deals is that you need to jump on them fast since they’re usually mistakes and the airlines quickly correct them. That could mean you…
Read MoreAer Go Pack Review
**The Aer Go Pack was gifted to me for this review. All opinions are my own. I’ve been using the Aer Travel Pack for a few years now so when they reached out to see if I wanted to try their new Aer Go Pack, you better believe I was excited. For the casual traveller,…
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