Travel Tip Tuesday
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Can Airlines Add a Fuel Surcharge After You Book?
There is a lot going on right now, and so much of it has to do with the talk of oil, including jet fuel, so Jenn wanted to know – can airlines add a fuel surcharge once you have already bought your ticket? Tune in to find out, but one thing we do know for sure is that airline prices and fees are rising, and while it is unfortunate, it is also a reality. If you have summer or fall travel plans, you may want to seriously consider booking your flights as soon as possible and tune in to find out if your ticket is safe from extra charges once…
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What is the New Iceland Road Tax in 2026?
If you know us, you know we are BIG fans of Iceland, the magical land of beautiful landscapes and wild horses. In 2026, Iceland introduced a new road tax for residents and tourists. Tune in to hear Jenn break it down for us on how much it costs, what you need to know when renting a car, and how this new road tax is being offset by other changes, making it not as expensive as you might think!
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United Airlines New Headphone Policy
Have you ever been in public and someone was listening to a device without headphones or earbuds? Yeah, us too! United Airlines recently made a change to their rules around this, and we are excited for the change! Tune into this episode to hear the reasons why people do this in the first place and how one airline has stepped forward first to try to do something about it. Will other airlines follow?
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Consider a Travel Carbon Monoxide Detector
Have you ever booked a cozy cabin on a booking site, then checked whether it has a carbon monoxide detector? We have, and we have noticed that a lot of places do not include one, and Jenn got to thinking, why!? Smoke detectors should be a given; however, carbon monoxide detectors are fairly inexpensive and should be a no-brainer. Having said that, have you considered getting a travel detector and taking it with you to ensure you are safe, even if the host isn’t concerned? Well, we think you should – it isn’t something that people want to think about going on a fun weekend, but also, you want to…
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When to Trust Your Instincts and Cancel a Trip
There is a lot going on in the world, to say the least. Most recently, both Cuba and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, have been in the news with varying degrees of crisis. We take a few moments on this Travel Tip Tuesday to discuss what you can do to help figure out whether travelling to places where something is going on is the right trip for you. We all have varying degrees of risk tolerance, and through proper research and due diligence, plus intuition, it will be up to you in the end to stay or go. Either way, no matter where you go, be smart, safe and ready for anything!
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Medications That Are Illegal to Bring to Japan
Tune into this episode if you travel with prescription medication, because while this episode is about Japan specifically, it is also food for thought to ensure that you research any travel destination when traveling with medication. Jenn shares that it is actually illegal to bring in some medications, others require forms to be filled out, and some medications, if brought into the country illegally, can lead to arrest and even imprisonment. Let us share this super important information with you: what you need to know and how you can avoid the worst-case scenario when bringing certain medications into Japan.
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Check Before You Pack Your Vape
On this Travel Tip Tuesday, it really hits home with our old adage – do your research on the laws of the country you are travelling to! This one comes to us from Mexico (although we reveal several other countries with the same existing law), and their new stance on vaping and e-cigarettes as of January 2026. Tune in to hear everything you need to know about the new laws and the potential penalties if you are caught! Hint – no one should risk going to jail over vaping!
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Why You Should Visit Canada in 2026
Besides being the country that has brought you the international phenomenon ‘Heated Rivalry’(you’re welcome), we have a lot more to offer as well! Canada is safe and friendly, and our doors are open. Whether you enjoy more urban travel, we have big and small cities to suit your interests. We have nature and lakes and coastline…like so much nature! Don’t make the mistake of thinking Canada is just Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal, as there is so much more to see from coast to coast. Think Newfoundland and Nova Scotia or the prairie provinces, but no matter what, come visit Canada and enjoy all we have to offer! You won’t regret it!
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Travel Hack to Save on Hotels
Jenn saved $533 with this one travel hack – Yes, you read that right! This is an episode you won’t want to miss if you regularly book hotels when you travel! Jenn shares her experience splurging on the Fairmont Royal York on a recent pre-Christmas trip and how she saved $533 by doing something so simple that we figure a lot of people wouldn’t think to do or bother. Do you want to potentially save even a bit off of your upcoming hotel stay? If so, tune in and hear this super simple tip! Podcast Transcript Thank you so much for all your support. We love making this podcast, and…
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Avoid Voiding Your Ticket Refunds
Could this be a new travel fear unlocked!? Jenn happened upon a story she felt compelled to share with us all as a cautionary tale, which involves something none of us want to do – read the fine print! The story involves refundable train tickets, downloading tickets, changing plans and the loss of cash – sounds terrible, right? Tune in to find out why it is so key for you to ensure you don’t just skim over the details as well as the terms and conditions, because you may regret it if you don’t! Podcast Transcript Thank you so much for all your support. We love making this podcast, and…
