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Cross-Packing Strategies
The thrill of a traveller when they see their luggage on the baggage carousel is euphoric, knowing you will have your stuff, but also that you don’t have to go through the hassle of getting compensation and possibly being without your belongings during your travels. Cross-packing is a great idea to help minimize this fear! Cross-packing comes into play when you are travelling with more than two bags, and each person packs some of their stuff in each other’s bag so that if someone’s luggage is lost, you won’t be without all of your things. Jenn doesn’t do exactly this, but has another tip to share and has Meggan ever…
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Exploring History Through Travel
Wherever you go in the world, there is history to be explored – there is significance all around us. Join us on this episode as we look at six places throughout the world that hold deep significance in history and should never be forgotten as we forge forward in today’s uncertain world. As everyday travellers, it can be challenging to know how we can be better travellers and humans. We feel that one way is to visit these sites of significance, immerse yourself in the history, understand the impact of the events there and pass that on to others. May we never repeat the atrocities of the past and appreciate…
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How to Move to Another Country
If you’ve been dreaming of moving to another country but aren’t sure where to start, then our guests Sara and Paolo have the tools for you! They moved their family from Bermuda to Italy and they want to help others make their dream move! They’ve created Operation Relocation, a workbook and website to help you plan and execute your move! We chat about moving abroad with kids, how to choose a new city, and how their lives have changed since moving to Italy.
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Sonder Apartment Hotels Review
Jenn recently went on a true Canadian trip to our nation’s capital, Ottawa, and also headed over to Montreal by train. When travelling, where you stay can sometimes make or break your trip, but you don’t want it to break your bank account. So, while trip planning, Jenn came across the hotel brand Sonder. Sonder started in Montreal and has locations worldwide, including Ottawa and Montreal. Join us as Jenn gives her feedback on her experience, introduces us to the brand and answers the question – should you give Sonder a try?!
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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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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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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!
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Pros and Cons of Being a Solo Digital Nomad
We are excited to be joined by Anna, a Canadian long-term solo traveller and digital nomad. Anna is the founder of ‘Your Travel Friend Anna’, which is a community she has created to connect people internationally in a space where they can learn about places they want to travel, hidden gems around the world, cultural nuances they should be aware of and more! We hope you enjoy our chat as we learn more about what her experience has been like as a solo-traveller, how she has met new people and what it is like to travel the world! Safe to say, Anna is our newest travel friend!
