The Big Apple at A Slow Pace – 5 Days in New York City
I’ve been to New York City several times in life. From Chinatown buses with my family (remember those?) to Ultras On Tour day trips to see the Montreal Impact face the New York Red Bulls, suffice to say that Manhattan didn’t have many secrets left for me. One thing that…
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4 Ways to Save Money on Hotels
Holidays are coming soon. Whether it’s Thanksgiving in the States or year-end celebrations worldwide, holidays are always a good time for a little getaway. Some people use those getaways to rest and relax on a beach somewhere. Others want to explore European Christmas markets. Regardless of which group you fall…
3 Ways to Save Money on Flights Regardless of Season
Airfare and accommodations are probably the biggest expenses when planning a vacation. The number one advice given by frequent travelers is to travel during off-season. I follow this advice and usually avoid flying during the summer and Christmas holidays. However, not everyone has the flexibility to fly whenever they want…
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3 Underrated Ways to Easily Get the Best Seats On A Plane
Have you ever checked in for a flight, picked a window seat, and ended up with no window? Have you ever ended up in a seat that doesn’t recline AND is annoyingly close to the bathroom? Do you ever want to pick an emergency exit row seat or a seat…
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A Mountain Wore Out My Legs – 7 Days In Vancouver
I’ve been living in Canada for over 15 years now and never visited British Columbia (or Alberta for that matter) despite my numerous travels. I have a good reason though. Before the last couple of years, flying within Canada was very expensive. It was cheaper to cross the ocean to…
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How to Pick the Best Carry-On that Will Not Get Checked
Picture this. You just landed in a foreign country. You’re excited! You’ve been looking forward to this trip for months! You get off the plane and go through customs. You make your way to baggage claim and… YOUR LUGGAGE IS NOT THERE!!! So you wait by the carousel as it…
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