Whether it’s a global pandemic, the devastation of wildfires, menacing hurricanes, civil unrest and protests or unfortunate acts of terrorism, these events have given a new meaning to travel uncertainty, even among the most seasoned travellers.

International travel is often filled with regulations, and visa applications can seem like a tedious step that most, if not all, travellers wish they could do without! Luckily for us Canadians, our Canadian passport grants us access to over 100 countries and territories that don’t require a visa beforehand —making it one of the most powerful passports in the world.

Global warming and massive C02 emissions have been an ongoing hot topic for the last decade. To cut carbon emissions, France has introduced a new law that bans domestic short-haul flights. With so many train alternatives existing, the ban dictates that any trips possible in 2.5 hours by train can’t be taken as flights.