Is Malaysia on your travel list? If not, it probably should be. Cool architecture, tons of street art, sprawling green highlands with tea plantations and plenty of great beaches and islands for swimming, diving, and sunbathing. Malaysia is a great choice for a warm-destination getaway. But, just how much does it cost to go to [...]
The funny thing about credit cards with travel insurance is that none of them are the same. They all offer similar insurance, but each one is just different enough that it’s impossible to say one card is better than the others. Fortunately, most of the best travel credit cards in Canada come with travel medical [...]
I have been saying it for years, American Express Membership Rewards is the best credit card program in Canada. It’s the best for earning points, the most valuable and the easily most flexible. This article will focus on one of its best features which is the Amex transfer partners or Frequent Travel Participants as Amex [...]
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 [...]
Whenever I travel, how much to tip in the local country is one of the first things I research. I have no problem tipping, but I also won’t tip if it’s not a normal thing in that country or culture. The size of the tip and who you’re tipping also makes a huge difference as [...]
Exploring the busy medinas in ancient cities, sunsets in the Sahara Desert, and trekking in the Atlas Mountains. These are just a few of the experiences that you can plan on having in Morocco; one of the trendiest travel destinations of late. But, just how much does it cost to go to Morocco? Read on [...]
The STACK Mastercard is relatively new to Canadians, but let me assure you, it’s one of the best cards to enter the market in the last few years. First off, the STACK Mastercard is not a credit card, it’s actually a prepaid Mastercard. You load your funds via e-Transfer, or Visa Debit and then you [...]
I have been writing and talking about travel loyalty programs and credit card hacking for a long time now. Over the years, many people have reached to me to ask questions on this blog, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and I’m always happy to answer. Since lots of people have been asking the same questions, I’ve created [...]
In the past year, there have been at least 11 deaths of tourists visiting all-inclusive resorts in the Dominican Republic which has left many people wondering if they need to cancel their vacation plans. These deaths are obviously concerning, but at the same time, I do believe there’s a lot of false information out there. [...]
Have you ever noticed the option to select the WestJet companion voucher on their website? It’s right there on the main page above where you choose your destinations for flights. Some people may have ignored that checkbox since they don’t have a WestJet companion voucher, but wouldn’t it be nice if you did? To use [...]
