Last April, I donned a warm jacket, hopped on a plane and jetted off in search of adventure in the Yukon. It was an impromptu jaunt to visit a friend, but quickly turned into one of my most memorable excursions. Though I’ve lived in Canada my entire life, the northern territories were a mystery to
Discover Quebec City Through All Four Seasons
I have lived in Europe and three Canadian provinces, but I truly call the province of Quebec home. Most of my family still lives there and I enjoy going back a few times every year. (Yes, even in winter!)
Greece Travel Advice: Need-to-knows During the Financial Crisis
The recent vote against international creditors’ bailout conditions will impact many Canadians’ travel plans. If you’re already in Greece or are planning to go, here’s some helpful travel advice. While the Government of Canada has not issued an official travel advisory for Greece, many Canadian travellers are unsure how the economic crisis will affect their
Top Attractions in Napa Valley You Will Love!
Napa Valley, a two hour drive from San Francisco, is America’s famous wine country. With sun-kissed fields of green for miles, this charming valley is a go-to escape for Californians and tourists alike. Whether you have a taste for adventure, or need some R and R, there are many things to do in Napa Valley.
Shrinking Carry-on Baggage Size Confuses Travellers
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has recently proposed Cabin OK, a new initiative that standardizes carry-on baggage sizes to give them priority in overhead cabins.
Don’t Miss these 5 Attractions in Cornwall, England
During a recent trip to England, my partner and I were fortunate enough to spend a few days in Cornwall, on the southwest coast of England. The Cornwall tourism industry is fairly small, and this being my first trip outside of the London metropolis, I wasn’t sure what to expect. All I knew to expect
5 Car Rental & Insurance Tips for Your Next Trip
Spring’s here and that means travellers are busy planning their summer itineraries—an exciting step of any trip! If you’re planning to travel and rent a car, make sure you’re en route to a relaxing road trip by knowing the advantages and disadvantages of travel car rental before you drive off.
10 Places Travellers Most Likely Get Food Poisoning [Infographic]
A recent study just came out about the 10 places where travellers are most likely to get food poisoning. No one wants travellers’ tummy, but it’s good to know that you’re covered by travel medical insurance if you do catch a stomach bug!
The Travel Itinerary Planner You’ve Been Waiting For! [Infographic]
Chances are you haven’t heard of vamo.com yet. It’s a travel itinerary planner that makes city hopping a breeze. How? Type in the destinations you’d like to visit. In a manner of seconds, it provides you with the most cost-effective, convenient way to get from destination A to destination D.
Reduce Your Carbon Footprint with Carbon Offsets for Travel
With more awareness about climate change, rising carbon emission levels and greenhouse gases, it’s good to know that there are ways to make a difference. The travel industry is placing more emphasis on eco -friendly travel, offering ways to frequent and conscientious travellers to reduce their ecological footprint. If you want to know how to