9 Airplane Etiquette Tips for the Conscientious Traveller

Practicing airplane etiquette can be the golden ticket to better travel experiences, by beginning and ending your journey with a bit of refinement. This is especially crucial in an age when traveller comfort and convenience (at least, for those of us who typically fly economy) are swapped for seat affordability. There are many unspoken rules

Why Canadians Shopping in the US Need Emergency Medical Travel Insurance

It’s almost that time of year again; Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and even Christmas are only just a few weeks away! Many Canadians, especially those living in towns or cities close to the Canada/US border, are still regularly shopping in the US for groceries, gas and other day-to-day necessities. And many travel back and forth

Top 5 places to visit in Australia

Mention Australia in a conversation and you’ll get a wide and varied response. For many however, it’s a place that’s coveted, a place on the ubiquitous bucket list, a place where dreams come true.  It’s a country where people come for a visit and stay a lifetime. It’s a land of opportunity and a relaxed

What You Need to Know about Cannabis and Travel Insurance

On October 17, 2018, cannabis (AKA marijuana, pot, chronic, and many other names) becomes legal in Canada. But what does this mean for travelling outside of our progressive country? We break down what it could mean for your travel plans and insurance coverage. Don’t travel with cannabis While cannabis will be legal and regulated under

Celebrating Day of the Dead in Mexico

To travellers like myself, Mexico seems to possess a very vibrant, deep and rightly proud culture. The internal and external influences that have shaped the country’s identity over its history are numerous, merging together in unique fashion. Perhaps there isn’t a more vivid example of this than the celebration of Day of the Dead, or

7 Spooky Places to Go for Halloween This Year

Looking forward to fall foliage, sweater weather and pumpkin spice everything? Or perhaps the season holds a more sinister appeal…after all, Halloween is nigh! If you’re in need of a scare, go somewhere ghostly this fall! To inspire you, we’ve compiled 7 of the spookiest travel destinations in Canada below. Fairmont Hotel, Vancouver, British Columbia

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