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Are you gearing up for a Canadian road trip this coming summer? Whether you’re planning to explore the Atlantic Coast or take an RV trip with your dog, there’s just something about hitting the open road and soaking up the sights that makes summer feel complete.

As Canadians, we don’t really need to think about healthcare costs—we’re fortunate to have provincial healthcare plans. But how much does healthcare cost outside of Canada?  

With its beautiful sandy beaches, crystal clear waters and abundant sunny days, it’s no surprise that Cuba is a favourite winter vacation destination for Canadians. Whether it’s a short trip or an extended winter getaway, with the right travel insurance, your Cuban vacation is set to be as dreamy as the photos! Not sure which

There’s often nothing as memorable and satisfying as checking off an item on your travel bucket list, and high altitude destinations like Machu Picchu in Peru, Chamonix in France, and even Colorado rank high on the lists of many adventurous altitude seekers. But it’s important to remember that despite the great views offered by many

Whether you’re going trekking in Nepal, or simply travelling to a high altitude destination, it’s good to know if your travel medical insurance covers you for high altitude sickness. How high altitude sickness affects travel Altitude sickness is a serious condition. Even if you get mild altitude sickness, you might need emergency medical attention or

The recent story of an Ontario man that was charged $18K for a Yukon air ambulance is another unfortunate reminder that Canadians need travel insurance within Canada. Many Canadians don’t know that provincial healthcare won’t foot all the bills if something were to happen out-of-province!

Nothing excites me more than getting on a plane. Knowing that once I land, I’ll be off on another adventure just gets my adrenaline going. I would even argue that booking my flight is when the thrills really start to kick in, since that’s when things start to get real.

Spring break’s almost here! If your children are travelling alone or with adults who are not their parents, do a little extra prep before they leave Canada, to ensure a smooth trip. On top of making sure they have travel insurance for children, and any recommended vaccinations, they should be prepared to travel with some

Planning to fly to the east coast today? Well, thanks to Winter Storm Juno, you’ll need to prepare for flight delays or cancellations.

The start of a new year is a perfect time to plan something different and exciting, whether you like to make resolutions or not. Perhaps it’s the annual goal of losing 10 pounds, learning a new skill or hobby (hello pilates!), or planning how to travel around the world (without going broke!). Now, that’s certainly