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New Currency Conversion Trap to Avoid
Meggan recently returned from Portugal and had a great time; tune in to the next full episode to hear all about it. In the meantime, she wanted to share about a new option to look out for on some POS machines when paying with a credit card.We have talked before on the podcast about declining conversion or choosing local currency and how that can save you money. Well, on this trip, there was another option to choose after choosing local currency that she hadn’t seen before, and that is essentially there to trick you! So tune in to hear about this new (well, new to us since our last trip…
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Your Last Chance to Fix 4 Things Before Summer
We cannot believe it is already May. Winter seemed so long, and yet here we are! What May means besides rebirth and bird migration is that the summer travel season is nearly upon us. Join us on this Travel Tip Tuesday as we dive into four things you should do NOW to ensure you are ready for your upcoming travels. As a teaser to get you started, make sure you go to that special spot you keep your passport and do a quick expiry date check; you never know what you might find. Tune in to hear what else you should be doing and safe travels this summer, friends!
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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!
