If you haven't heard, Westjet is offering one of the best promotions ever by matching your status with a competitive airline. That's right, you can instantly earn Gold status with WestJet by following these three easy steps: By August 31, 2018, send in proof of your current frequent flyer status (valid till February 28, 2019) with [...]
I’ve used a lot of suitcases and travel backpacks over the years, but it took some time to find what worked perfectly for me. Mind you, a suitcase isn’t always practical for my travels. When my wife and I went to the Middle East, we purchased travel backpacks which were perfect for the occasion. These days, [...]
If you’re headed to Japan, then the odds are you’re going to pass through Kyoto. The city is Japan’s old capital and was left relatively untouched during the war. As a result, the city feels very traditional while having modern services. There are over 1,600 temples, more than 400 shrines, and 17 Unesco World Heritage [...]
Ah, Paris. The city of light and the city of love. The capital of France is a top contender on many people’s budget lists. Sites and attractions such as the Eiffel Tour, the Louvre, and the Moulin Rouge paired with delicious French cuisine, beautiful architecture, and a rich history all add to the allure of [...]
It’s finally been confirmed, SPG and Marriott Rewards are formally merging as of August 18th, 2018. This merger has been highly anticipated since members of both loyalty programs will now be able to merge their accounts and use their loyalty points to book nights across the entire Marriott network of hotels. New information about the [...]
The BMO World Elite Mastercard was easily one of the best travel credit cards in Canada, but after changes to the card earlier this year, many people wonder how it ranks now. In my opinion, it’s still a strong contender, but there’s no denying that the card has been devalued. The card still offers some [...]
**This review is based on the changes being introduced on August 7th, 2018 With the recent changes announced by Amex and Marriott, the Starwood Preferred Guest Business Credit Card has quietly become one of the best travel credit cards in Canada. On all purchases you make, you earn SPG / Marriott Rewards points which is [...]
Hands up if you need a vacation? Okay, put your hand down, people are going to think you’re crazy if you’re putting your hands up wherever you’re reading this. I think it’s fair to say that the majority of us could use a vacation right now. Heck, quite often I need a vacation from my [...]
If you're an SPG or Marriott fan like I am, then you're going to want to read my SPG Amex Canada review. What makes the Starwood Preferred Guest credit card from American Express appealing is that you can earn a bunch of loyalty points when staying at SPG or Marriott hotels. These points can be [...]
The Scotiabank Gold American Express card is often ranked as the best travel credit card in Canada. There are good reasons why this card gets this distinction and is always ranked in the top cards: no other cards give a 4% return on as many categories as the Scotiabank Gold Amex. Not only that, the [...]
