Tag: senior travel

When you think of snowbirds—those seeking sunny escapes from frosty winters—Florida’s beaches, Arizona’s deserts, and Southern California’s coastline probably come to mind. While these sunny classics have earned their fame, the world is brimming with unexpected destinations that promise equally captivating climates and experiences for those ready to explore beyond the norm.

From unique destinations like Spain to old favorites like the US, travellers heading to warmer climates during the Canadian winter should know that provincial healthcare doesn’t cover much when travelling outside of your home province. Rather than relying on credit card coverage, it’s important for travellers to purchase a comprehensive Emergency Medical Travel Insurance plan when abroad, especially in the US, where medical costs add up easily.

For many travellers, heading south for a golfing vacation is the perfect way to unwind. But did you know that if you or your family experience an accident or medical emergency outside of your home province, you won’t be fully covered for medical care? This can be especially expensive in the US, as costs add up quickly.

Like loyal TuGo customer, Ron, you’ve probably seen news over the years about some Canadians being stuck with financially devasting travel medical bills due to medical questionnaire mistakes; if so, and you’re hesitant about purchasing coverage for travel ahead, this post is for you.

It’s the dead of winter, and as Canadians hunker down from coast to coast, there’s one lucky group of them that have their mittens holstered and toques in storage: the snowbirds. Every year, thousands of Canadians make their way to warmer climates, often spending the bulk of their winter salting margarita rims instead of sidewalks.

The idea of travelling alone can be intimidating for many people. When considering things like eating meals, staying in hotels, and going on tours, some may feel insecure about partaking in these activities independently. But seniors are the perfect demographic to capitalize on independent travel – with retirement and the ability to travel during off-season,

Everyone has a bucket list, even if they don’t call it that. No matter what your age or where you are in life, there are probably things you want to set out and do or experience. Today’s seniors—particularly members of the baby boom generation born roughly between 1946-1964—have an advantage over everyone else when it