Travel
I’ll be the first to admit that when Air Canada announced they were ending their partnership with Aimia/Aeroplan and were going to build their own program from scratch, I was skeptical. When it was later announced that they were going to buy Aeroplan and revamp it, I still wasn’t that impressed. I had this feeling…
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Welcome to the middle leg of my return home to Toronto from Bangkok, Thailand. I was continuing on with EVA Air flying out of Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) Terminal 2 at night with arrival at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in the evening. My layover was just under two hours which gave me plenty…
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After being following strict guidelines over the last few months, many people are starting to get the travel itch. Many Canadians have started to travel within their own province, while domestic travel has likely seen more interest. As the airline and hotel industries try to recover, we’re starting to see some serious deals. I saw…
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Whenever I book accommodations, the first thing I look at is the hotel cancellation policy. Although my travel plans are usually set, I want to make sure that the rooms I’m booking are flexible in case I change my mind. Fortunately, hotel cancellation policies are pretty generous, but if you’re not paying attention, you could…
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You’ve booked your flights, your itinerary is set and now all you need is some local cash Getting foreign currency is easy but choosing the right method could save you a ton of cash. What do I mean? Well, whenever you exchange money, there are fees involved. How much you pay in fees depends on…
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Disney World is a dream destination for many families, but most people have no idea about how much does it cost to go to Disney World. As you’ve likely guessed, it’s not cheap which is why you want to prepare yourself. For the purpose of this article, I’m going to suggest a 4-day 4-night itinerary…
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Rome is one of the oldest and most popular cities in the world. Even though the city is packed with tourists at all times of the year, it’s still a must-see destination for many people. Due to its popularity, travellers wonder how much does it cost to go to Rome? You might be surprised to…
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Timeshares used to be all the rage. For a reasonable price, you can visit the same (or sometimes different) exotic location every year and have a spot guaranteed for you. Well, at least that’s what they tell you during the sales pitch. But are timeshares worth it? The short answer is no. Timeshares are often…
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Is Copenhagen on your travel list? The capital of Denmark is known for its connection to Hans Christian Anderson, the Little Mermaid, and it’s colourful port. However, it’s also known for its hefty price tag. Denmark is part of Scandinavia which is known to be expensive. So, just how much does it cost to go…
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Every year in August and September, hurricanes form over the Atlantic. From time-to-time, these hurricanes have a direct path through the Caribbean, Mexico, and parts of the U.S. causing some serious damage. If you’ve booked a vacation, you need to accept the fact that a hurricane could affect your travel plans. It is hurricane season after…
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