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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!?)
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Finding Comfort Food While Traveling Abroad
Traveling is about exploring our world and trying new things, and that is why most people do it! One thing about traveling is that there is always a lot to consider while out on the road, such as what you want to see, where you need to go, and what you are going to eat next. Trying new foods can be so fun, and we highly recommend it, but sometimes you are just on the go and want something you know and are familiar with to fill the void! That can mean trying a chain restaurant or coffee shop you know well from your home country, and sometimes, you know…
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Unlock Travel Discounts with Perkopolis
Does your work have a discount program, and if it does, do you know what it offers!? Perkopolis is one used by many bigger corporations here in Canada, as an example. Many people have these types of work programs but don’t think to use them and are likely missing out on saving money! Of course, being a travel podcast, we are most interested in the travel perks, and both of our workplaces offer some discounts on airlines and hotel stays. Even your credit card, especially a travel points credit card, often has discounts, and we should be taking full advantage – it is part of the annual fee you likely…
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Consider Safety When Planning Travel
As we navigate the state of the world, we are used to our governments issuing travel warnings of the places not to visit for safety or other reasons, but what are the safest places right now to visit? As Meggan ponders a potential trip later this year, she got to thinking, is this place we are thinking about on the list? Dear listener, it was not on the list however a list does exist with the number one place for safety in 2025 being Iceland. Who else made the list and why is it important for you to consider this? Tune in and find out!
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Why You Should Book Classes While Traveling
When travelling, we often talk about how important it is to learn about the culture of the place you are visiting and also supporting local. Jenn talks to us in this TTT about options and opportunities to book classes and experiences while abroad. Whether it is a cooking class, a wine tour, a blacksmithing, or soap making class, you can meet new people and learn new things while visiting new places. We think it is a winning combination and can make for richer travelling experiences!
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How Meggan is Using AI to Trip Plan
AI is all around us now whether you are hearing about it or using it at work or online in your spare time. AI is here whether that is good or bad or somewhere in between remains to be seen! Join us on this Travel Tip Tuesday as we talk about using it for trip planning and how big of a role should it take, if any. Meggan is hoping to dig in deep to see what AI can come up with for her 50th birthday trip to Italy and then use some of the suggestions and framework toward her trip. AI information should always be verified and we should…
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How to Have an International Date Night
We can’t be travelling all the time and during the dark days of winter, or even the light days of summer sometimes you just want to feel like you are somewhere else! On this Travel Tip Tuesday, Jenn talks to us about a great idea she and her husband have of planning international date nights at home through cuisine! Tune in to hear about how they decide and make it happen. If cooking isn’t your thing, she gives a few other suggestions about how to “go somewhere else” from the comfort of your home – such great ideas if you can’t travel!
