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Should You Visit The Top Tourist Spots?
When exploring somewhere new, you always want to take in as much as possible and see & do all the things, but do you have to? In this Travel Tip Tuesday, we talk about how to find a balance between seeing some of the things while also staying true to what you are interested in. Do you look up the top attractions and then choose a few? Are you the kind of person who doesn’t feel like you have been somewhere unless you see ALL there is to do? Finding a happy medium between must-see and ‘what do I actually enjoy?’ can be hard, but definitely doable!
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Pros and Cons of Extreme Day Trips
Extreme day trips are growing in popularity! Would you take a flight for the day by leaving early and returning home late at night? What would it take for you to do this? We also dive into the pros and cons of this idea because, like with anything, there are reasons why ‘heck yeah’ you should do it and also, why in the world would you!? It’s an interesting one – let us know what you think!
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Why Book a Hotel For Your Arrival Morning
If you are anything like us, you cannot sleep sitting up! A plane or a bus is not where you find comfort and the ability to have a good sleep. This can be particularly tough when taking an overnight flight to a new location where all you want to do is sleep, but also see all the things on your first day. Tune in as we give you a quick idea on how you can grab some shut-eye early and then get out and seize the vacation day! Podcast Transcript Thank you so much for all your support. We love making this podcast, and it truly is a labour of…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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What is a Travel Deal?
This is a question Jenn is starting to ask herself as she continues to navigate several tools trying to find a travel deal for later in 2025. Up to this point, it has become a bit paralyzing, but why!? We dive into how she is feeling, what she is thinking about her quest to do this and how does she think it will play out? We hope she hasn’t missed her deal but there is still a lot of year left, she’ll find one! (right!?)
