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Making Travel a Financial Priority in 2025 and Beyond
The folks at Flight Centre reached out about an interesting survey they helped conduct, and we wanted to dive into it, so here we are discussing how people intend to travel financially in 2025! The participants of the survey from different countries, generations and genders were asked about what they intend to budget, spend and give up for travel in the year ahead. Some of the results might surprise you – they did us, in particular, what people are NOT paying for to be able to travel, and we cannot say we would do the same. So tune in to hear about travel plans, and we have to wonder –…
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Avoid These Common Travel Scams
Scams are sadly a part of our everyday lives, and this includes while you are travelling and on location. Join us in this Travel Tip Tuesday as we talk about some popular scams, what to look out for and how you can avoid them. Protecting yourself while travelling is something you should always keep in min, and this goes for scams as well. Ensure you are having fun, but be vigilant, especially in large crowds and near main tourist attractions and make sure you avoid THESE scams!
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How to Deal With Travel Day Anxiety
For many of us, travelling is so exciting and something we truly look forward to and even if that is the case, it can still cause us anxiety and in some cases, severely so. What causes this anxiety, and how can you combat it? Join us as we discuss some of the general root causes of this anxiety, how we each deal with it and a few tips to help you as well. If your travel day anxiety is something that is getting in the way of the fun, it could be a great idea to speak to a professional to help you work through it so you can enjoy…
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What is an Open-Jaw Flight?
Jenn recently took a trip to Ontario and Quebec for vacation but didn’t want to do things the traditional way for personal and price reasons, so she booked an open-jaw flight! It has a fun name, but what does it mean!? Tune in to this week’s Travel Tip Tuesday to learn about what an open-jaw flight is, how it could work for you, and why it might be a good option in certain situations!
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Beginner’s Guide to the Isle of Skye, Scotland
The Isle of Skye is magical, whether you’re visiting for the first time or are planning a subsequent visit, there is so much to plan! If you’re wondering where to stay, how to get around Skye, and what to do, Jenn shares her experience, plus some of her favourite places to eat!
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Overcoming Travel Planning Overwhelm
Recently, Meggan’s best friend and her husband headed off to France for a big anniversary trip, marking their first time in Europe with an itinerary that includes planes, trains, automobiles, multiple accommodation types, and tours—all booked in advance. This got us thinking–has a complicated itinerary ever stopped YOU from booking a trip or doing certain things you really want to on a trip that just seems too tough to plan? If so, you don’t need to plan it alone because there are trained advisors to help you OR if you really wish to do it on your own but are scared to, just do your research and give yourself plenty…
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Jenn’s Yukon Trip Report
Jenn has returned from her Northern Canadian adventure to the Yukon and is here to share all the details! The Yukon is a Canadian territory with a population of just over 45,000 people, who are likely outnumbered by the nearby wildlife. It is a part of this country that is vast and beautiful, and yes, in the winter, very, very cold! We dive into how Jenn arrived, where she ate, what she saw and overall, what was it like travelling to a remote area that many Canadians haven’t visited! This was a very special trip where she combined work with fun, visiting friends and made it all happen – now…
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Skiplagging: Not Worth the Risk
Skiplagging, also known as hidden city flying, is a growing trend. Apparently, nearly 300,000 people skiplagged by booking flights with layovers and staying at the layover city instead of continuing to the final destination in 2024. But it is a risky way to save money. Learn all the potential consequences and risks before you skiplag!
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Visit Florence, Italy with Martina from SunFlorence Tours
We are so excited to chat with Martina about Florence, Italy! She talks about the rigorous process of becoming a tour guide, the tours she offers, and why tours are important! Trust us, you’ll be ready to book your trip to Florence at the end of the episode!
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Importance of Moving On Flights
On this week’s Travel Tip Tuesday, we talk about a recent story of a Canadian traveller who almost died from a blood clot while flying and we were reminded of the importance of this. Getting up while flying to walk or go to the washroom can seem like a hassle, and often you don’t want to disturb the person next to you, but moving around is so important and could save your life. We dive into the signs to watch out for to help keep you safe while flying! We all want to see the world, but we also want to return home safely!
