Category: Travel Tips & Inspiration

I know… the least exciting part of planning a trip is preparing paperwork; however, it’s probably the smartest thing you could do in advance to help prevent the last minute ‘stress fest’. Get your ducks in a row early on, with this 10-point travel checklist:

Regina, Saskatchewan is my hometown and it’s definitely worth a trip. Although I consider myself a West Coast gal— my family moved from Regina to Vancouver when I was a wee tot— I have very fond memories of visiting my mom’s family in the Great Canadian Prairies. Not only is Regina the city where moms

Our #LoveCanada Facebook photo contest is now LIVE! This contest aims to celebrate the many, many reasons to love this country. We’re asking Canadians like you to share a photo depicting why you #LoveCanada on Facebook or Instagram for  a chance to win an iPad Mini!

To most North Americans, Italy is known for pasta, pizza, gelato and tiramisu. And while these dishes are delightful, there are many others worth exploring. I try to taste the local cuisine when I’m travelling. If it doesn’t tickle my palate after a couple bites, at least I know for next time.

Know before you go! From travel advisories to currency conversion rates, these helpful travel-related websites will help you feel confident before you hit the road.

Would you rather endure a couple rounds of travel vaccinations or a bout of Hepatitis? If you’re anything like me, you put off those pesky shots, rushing into the clinic with your teeth clenched at the very last minute.

Harrison Hot Springs Harrison Hot Springs is a small BC town that is big on one thing: tourism. I myself have taken the hour-and-a-half day trip to enjoy its steamy hot springs and annual sand castle contest. But the area is also known to adventurers out there as the “Sasquatch capital of the world”.  

Love travel and the earth? Then likely you’ve wondered how to stay green while on the road! Just remember, the three Rs are key to eco travel – reduce, reuse and recycle apply abroad just as they do at home.

By Dalene Heck of Hecktic Travels Typically, Canadians are pretty easy to please when it comes to vacations. When the harsh winters roll around, any place with white sand beaches and drinks with umbrellas will do, usually from the enclosed safety of an all-inclusive resort.

Travelling on a budget? Then you likely know that cutting down on accommodation costs is a surefire way to stay on track. That being said, not all budget accommodations are created equal!