Travel
How to Plan a Vacation Without Going Into Debt
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…
What to do When You’re Travelling During a Hurricane
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…
How Much to Tip When Travelling?
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…
The Best Travel Rewards Programs in Canada
When I’m asked about the best travel credit cards in Canada, I tell people about the generous sign up bonuses and benefits you’ll get. What people don’t realize is that it’s the travel rewards program…
Toronto Public Transportation: How to ride the TTC
Toronto public transportation, more commonly known as the TTC is either excellent or terrible depending on who you ask. For many residents of the city, the network is subpar as there aren’t that many subway…
Why Credit Card Travel Insurance may be Overrated
I love credit cards with travel insurance. They provide you with a tangible benefit that can save you hundreds of dollars year, but here’s the thing, credit card travel insurance may be overrated. To be…
How to Survive a Long Layover
For many travellers, a long layover is one of the worst things possible. The last thing you want is to be wasting time at an airport when travelling, but at the same time, having a…
10 Common Travel Scams and How to Avoid Them
Travel scams are the worst, there’s no way to ruin your mood and vacation when you realize you’ve been ripped off. It doesn’t matter where in the world you are, someone will try to take…
Airbnb or Hotel?
Airbnb or hotel? It’s a question many travellers ask. Each has their pros and cons, so how do you decide on which one to choose when travelling? Travellers who choose hotels do it because it’s part…
Credit Card Hacks: How to legally maximize your points and cards
Credit card hacks are some of the easiest things you can do. Heck, you’re likely already doing some of these hacks and you don’t even know it. I’m not talking about real hacks that will…