I ended up flying EgyptAir 777-300ER Business Class Toronto to Cairo unintentionally. I had been to Egypt before and didn't think I'd ever be back, but fate would take me back there, sort of. You see, I had been meaning to visit one of my best friends in Dubai for years. I've literally been pushing [...]
Although I've been collecting points and miles for years, I've yet to cash in on something spectacular for myself. Sure, I've claimed business class tickets to Asia for my parents and my brother, but I've mostly only used my points on short-haul flights and stays at the Courtyard Marriott in Ottawa. To date, the only [...]
Dreaming of a Greek escape? From the historic landmarks in Athens to the crystal clear waters surrounding the islands, Greece is a dream destination for many. But, just how much does it cost to go to Greece? Read on to find out. I have based this article on a two week trip to Greece (14 [...]
If you’re unfamiliar with the American Express Membership Rewards program, it’s one of the best travel rewards programs out there. The reason it’s my favourite program is due to its flexibility. You basically have multiple ways to use your points. Most people use Amex Membership Rewards points as travel credits or to convert them to [...]
**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 on how to know if a JR Pass is worth it. Just run your route through hyperdia.com and compare the [...]
Laos may not instantly strike you as the most popular vacation spot, but this landlocked country in Southeast Asia has a rich cultural history, breathtaking waterfalls, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang that will make you want to revisit this country over and over again. For this article, I’ll focus on a [...]
Europe is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. Depending on where you go, and how you travel; the trip can be relatively cheap or expensive. But the question is: how much does it cost to go to Europe? Well, it really depends. Obviously, a backpacker who’s travelling through Eastern Europe is going [...]
If you plan on travelling to Japan for the first question most people ask is how much does it cost to go to Japan? There's a big misconception that Japan is expensive, but I didn't find it to be that much more expensive than other major cities I've visited. There are plenty of ways to do [...]
When it comes to a beach vacation, Hawaii is one of the first places that comes to mind. Idyllic white beaches, great food, friendly locals, and stunning scenery made famous by Hollywood movies including Jumanji 2 and Jurassic Park. But, just how much does it cost to go to this tropical paradise? I’m going to [...]
Sangria, beaches, soccer, and tapas are just a few of the things that come to mind when people think of Spain, though it’s so much more. Spain is one of the top travel destinations in the world and, with so much to offer, it’s easy to see why. But, just how much does it cost [...]
