Posts by Barry Choi
34 Best Birthday Freebies in Vancouver in 2026
Getting birthday freebies in Vancouver has never been easier. Many major retailers and restaurant chains are happy to celebrate your special day with you, but it does take a bit of planning since you can only eat so much and some of the offers are only available for a limited time. You could get free…
Read MoreThe Best American Express Credit Cards in Canada for 2026
Without a doubt, American Express offers the best suite of credit cards in Canada. If you were to look at any of my “best of” lists, there’s usually at least one AMEX card on the list. Some people don’t like American Express cards because they’re not accepted at as many retailers compared to Visa and…
Read MoreCathay World Elite Mastercard Review
The Cathay World Elite Mastercard – powered by Neo, is the new Canadian partner of Cathay Pacific for co-branded credit cards. Having the card go to Neo Financial was a bit of a surprise since RBC held the business for so long. The card still lacks airline-specific benefits, and the earning rate is not great,…
Read MoreMortgage Payment Options In Canada
When it comes to mortgages, you will have a number of options. Mortgage payment options in Canada are not one size fits all but rather can be somewhat tailored to best fit your budget and affordability. There are several things to consider when choosing mortgage payment options so take the time to understand the choices…
Read MoreHSBC Rewards Guide | How to maximize your points
Although HSBC Rewards is a program that’s used all over the world, it’s not as popular in Canada since HSBC isn’t one of the big five banks. What you might not realize is that HSBC is the largest foreign-owned bank in Canada and is present coast to coast. Their credit card portfolio is impressive and…
Read MoreTuro Review: Airbnb for cars
Are you looking for a Turo review from someone who’s actually used the platform? Do you have a vehicle that spends more time sitting in your driveway than on the road and want to make some money? Or maybe you need access to a vehicle that’s more convenient than car rental agencies. Let me introduce…
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Hotel Cancellation Policy
When I book accommodations, I first look at the hotel cancellation policy. Although my travel plans are usually set, I want to ensure that the rooms I book are flexible if I change my mind. Fortunately, hotel cancellation policies are pretty generous, but if you’re not paying attention, you could be locked into paying the…
Read MoreCIBC Costco Mastercard Review
The CIBC Costco Mastercard is beloved by many Costco members. It has no annual fee and the earn rate at Costco.ca is 2% cash back. That said, you still need to pay for a Costco membership to apply for this card and the earn rate at Costco warehouses is just 1%. Despite these drawbacks, this…
Read MoreIs The JR Pass Worth it?
**I’ve been bombarded with questions about the JR Pass, and I don’t have time to reply to everyone. As a result, I’ve disabled comments. If you read this entire post, I make it pretty clear how to know if a JR Pass is worth it. Just run your route through hyperdia.com since they have a…
Read MoreHow Much Does it Cost to go to Disneyland?
The cost to go to Disneyland can vary quite a bit, but if you’re planning a trip to one of the happiest places on earth, it’s a good idea to have a rough budget in mind. The nice thing about Disneyland is that it’s smaller than Disney World, so navigating the parks is much easier.…
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