Claire’s Tips

Visiting a New City

Be a little bit savvier when planning your next trip to a brand new city and you’ll be able to navigate the new territory like a seasoned pro – and save some money in the process. Here are some helpful hints: Don’t always pay. Even the most expensive cities have “free” attractions. You just need…

Cruising Rights

What many travellers don’t realize is that “ticket” you get when booking your cruise is actually a “contract” that can run more than a dozen pages – with more mentions of the word “liability” than most of us would care to count. Unfortunately, it’s not until something unforeseen happens that you find out how stuck…

Importance of Travel Insurance

Even small, unexpected medical emergencies away from home can lead to thousands of dollars in medical bills. Here are a few examples that will hopefully make you think twice about “not” buying travel insurance. According to BCAA and its travel insurance underwriters – respiratory illnesses such as pneumonia, asthma and bronchitis are the most common…

Planning a Romantic Getaway

Finding time to be together as a couple can be hard to do. Work and family obligations definitely consume a lot of time for most people. A romantic holiday can help couples get away from daily stresses and relax in each other’s company. Here’s how to go about planning a special getaway…because as romantic as…