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  • Cuba,  Trip Report

    Cayo Santa Maria Cuba, Sanctuary at Grand Memories, Santa Maria Review

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    Join us this week as Meggan has just returned from 2 weeks in Cayo Santa Maria, Cuba! She fills us in on the state of things in Cuba, her time at the resort and a bit about the surrounding area and what you can expect from travel to Cuba in 2023.  Cuba’s economy is still recovering from the pandemic and it is important to be aware of what to expect now and likely in the foreseeable future. Overall, we talk about the fact that you make your own fun no matter where you go – Cuba is never short on amazing weather, friendly people and beautiful beaches!  This you can…

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  • Travel Budget Tips,  Travel Tip Tuesday

    Avoid Paying Too Much For Car Rental Insurance

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    As Jenn and her husband prepared for their next trip, they were booking a car for an extended period of time, for the first time!  Insurance was going to double the cost of their car rental! Tune in as Jenn discusses how they were able to save a lot of money and not have to pay anything for car rental insurance and how you can too – possibly! Saving money is a favourite pastime for most so why not tune in and learn how you can possibly save on your next car rental!

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    Travel Hacking Tips with Barry Choi

    November 4, 2025
  • Guest Episode,  Travel Advice

    Airport Security Tips with CATSA

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    We love talking about travel but we also love being able to share useful information so we were so excited when the folks from CATSA (Canadian Air Transport Security Authority) reached out wanting to come on the show! We are joined by Sandra, Team Lead for Client Satisfaction at CATSA and she provided really great insight into travel, what to do to be prepared and tips to help you get through security smoothly. Being prepared to go to the airport is so key instead of trying to rearrange your items while at the airport so you don’t want to miss this one – tune in and be prepared for your…

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  • Travel Advice

    Ideas For Romantic Getaways

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    It’s February and some of us look forward or start to think about Valentine’s Day and romance!  If you don’t, that is cool too! BUT if you do, this is the episode for you! Join us as we chat about some romantic destinations around the world from France, Greece, Canada and the USA just to name a few. Romance means different things to different people and we included a variety of places and things to do to suit all ideas of romance! Plus we talk a lot about food – so typical Meggan and Jenn stuff! ENJOY!

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    July 19, 2022

    The Basics Of Using Public Transportation

    November 27, 2023

    Travel Chat with the ‘World’s Most Traveled Man’ Harry Mitsidis

    January 30, 2024
  • Travel Advice,  Travel Budget Tips

    Hidden Costs Of Flying, Airbnbs, Hotels & More

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    When booking a hotel in Las Vegas, did you know there could be a resort fee that could cost you hundreds of extra dollars? Did you know that a lot of airlines now charge you for all of your checked luggage including your first bag? Join us as we do a deep dive into hidden and not so hidden fees!  We talk about hotels, Airbnb, airlines and even entry or exit fees from countries – we want you to be prepared! Having to pay a fee is one thing but not expecting it when you have budgeted for it is terrible so let us help you plan!

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    May 1, 2022

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    August 27, 2024
  • Podcast Episodes,  Travel Advice

    Magical Places To Spend Christmas Around The World

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    Join us as we whisk you around the world in search of Christmas markets, celebrations, food and drink and of course Santa! This week we explore both local and international destinations where you can get your Christmas fill! Did you know Christmas Markets began in Germany in the 15th century!? Tune in and learn about this and so much more and if you are the celebrating kind – Merry Christmas!

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    Our Travel Bucket Lists

    February 5, 2022

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    February 5, 2022

    Why You Need A Travel Journal

    June 17, 2022
  • Travel Tip Tuesday

    How To Store Your Travel Photos

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    Travel photos are our sacred memories.  We upload them to Instagram and we share them on Facebook but a lot of people don’t do anything else with them! Jenn talks to us about the importance of backing up your pictures.  She explores options like the cloud or an external hard drive even printing your photos as keepsakes like back in the old days! No one ever thinks a hard drive crash will happen to them until it does and then what about your memories?  Don’t let that happen to you!

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    January 20, 2025
  • Podcast Episodes,  Travel Tip Tuesday

    Finding Places Of Interest With Wikipedia

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    Wikipedia is a great website and mobile app for interesting articles! Did you know you can also use the Wikipedia app while travelling to learn about the ‘Places’ around you? Tune in as Meggan tells us about this great discovery and how it can help you learn more your own town or wherever you go in the world – we love discovering new places and we love finding even easier ways to do it!

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    January 30, 2022
  • Guest Episode,  Travel Advice

    Travel Gear, Packing Tips & Owning An Adventure Store

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    We were so excited to welcome Sue to the show! Sue is the owner of ‘Take It Outside’, an elevated outdoor enthusiast apparel company.  Sue has several stores throughout Atlantic Canada and an online space. She joins us to talk about her inspiration for ‘Take It Outside’, her own travel adventures and what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. Tune in to learn about her brand, her passion for business and some great clothing options for your next upcoming trip!

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    Shoulder season travel with Susan Catto from Travelzoo Canada

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    September 8, 2026
  • Travel Tip Tuesday

    Apps To Make Airport Customs Easier

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    This week on TTT, Jenn talks about some apps we can explore using for travel! Whether you are looking to get across the border faster, get through customs faster or just make life easier – Jenn breaks down some options and talks about their advantages! There is an app for everything these days, let’s talk options for travel!

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