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Getting Travel Insurance in a Pandemic
On this Travel Tip Tuesday, we talk about insurance! Now yes, we get it – insurance isn’t an exciting topic but as you start planning to get back on a plane or a train or in an automobile to cross a border – there is more to consider than there was before. We hope things will change but as of right now (according to whenever you read this or listen) it is an amazing idea to plan for everything and that includes travel insurance if you get Covid while travelling and have to quarantine. Jenn shares with us what she has discovered as she is planning to go to Scotland…
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Our Travel Bucket Lists
Why not dream a little dream right? Many people have bucket lists for many things and of course, we have a travel podcast so a big part of our bucket lists include TRAVEL!! Tune in as we talk about just a few of the many places we dream BIG about going. We had a few that could have overlapped and some that were very different. Getting back out into the world seems like a dream in and of itself but we hope you join us to listen in on our travel dreams! What is on your travel bucket list?
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Check Your Passport Expiry
There is a lot to think about and prepare before you travel – this is a fact! On this week’s Travel Tip Tuesday, we discuss how to not have major travel issues because the one thing you have overlooked is the expiry date on your passport! No one wants their travel plans squashed by passport issues – we talk all about this and ask, did you know certain countries have certain requirements for passports even ahead of the expiry date? Tune in to this travel tidbit that can save you a lot of grief later!
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Tips For Traveling With Dietary Restrictions & Food Allergies
Our first guest of 2022 joins us on this episode to chat about travelling with dietary restrictions and needs! Brianna Cook, friend of the show and vegan/gluten free traveller joins us to chat about what it is like to travel as a vegan while trying to avoid gluten!*Hint – it has its challenges but is easier than it used to be Jenn doesn’t eat red meat and her husband Ryan has severe food allergies. Meggan doesn’t eat meat and is a pescatarian while Peter is an omnivore. So much to talk about and consider as you travel – join us as we talk about what it’s like but also what…
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Activating Your Cell Phone Abroad
Staying connected is more important than ever these days but what about while you are travelling? A lot of us use this time away to unplug and recharge but are there reasons you should have access to communication? We say yes! If your situation allows, we feel it is a great idea on international trips to have at least one cell phone activated with the ability to make/receive calls and also access data. That access could be useful for a wide variety of reasons and on this Travel Tip Tuesday we brief you on all the ways it makes sense for your next big trip!
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Travel Myths – Fact or Fiction?
In a world of Fake News – what do we believe!? On this episode join us as we dive into Travel Myths and their truth (or not)! Should you power your way through jet lag? Is Duty Free at the airport a great deal? Should you book your travel 3+ months early to always get the best deals? These are just some of the myths we address and talk about our own experiences with them – jet lag and what to do was a hot topic!! Join the debate!
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What Is Travel Like In December 2021
After 2 long years Jenn left Nova Scotia (finally) and went to visit her best friend in Thunder Bay! She ventured out into this new strange world of pandemic travel and she shares with us what it is like in December 2021 (knowing this could change on any given day), what you should be prepared for and hopefully ease some of your anxiety. *Hint – it is different but not THAT different! A lot of us have yet to get on a plane since early 2020 or before so it’s great to hear a real life account of what it is like out there as we all yearn to get…
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Using ATMs Abroad & Avoiding Fees
On this week’s Travel Tip Tuesday we talk about spending money abroad and if you are faced with needing to use an ATM what is your best choice of currency!? When using an ATM abroad Meggan talks about which currency you should choose and why. This tip can help you save on fees and unnecessary currency conversion charges and who doesn’t want to save money!?
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What To Do In Nova Scotia In The Winter
We are going to be honest, we don’t love winter, but we live in Canada, so it is a reality we must face and try to enjoy! And to be honest – there is a lot to do here in the winter! There are outdoor adventures to be had galore, including skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling! There are indoor adventures to be had as well, including axe-throwing, escape rooms, and more! Another fun thing to do in winter is a weekend or overnight getaway for a bit of a change of scenery including some great resorts and AirBnb’s you can discover! So while it is a cold and dreary time…
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How To Avoid Crowds When Traveling
Avoiding crowds seems like the game of life these days and when you are travelling and there are things you so badly want to see and do, you likely want to do them without a huge crowd! On this week’s Travel Tip Tuesday we talk about how you can do that from arriving early, to checking Google for busier times of day on any given day! Avoiding crowds and having a better time – who doesn’t want that!?
