Home away from home – the pros and cons of vacation rentals

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Sometimes a hotel room just isn’t enough. If you would like the benefit of more space on your vacation, you may want to consider a vacation rental. The benefits of a vacation rental The obvious benefit is space. Instead of one often tiny room, you can have access to an entire condo or house. If [...]

Tips for travelling with children

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What a wonderful gift to give your children – the gift of travel! There is no better way to expand the mind of your child than by showing him or her the sights, sounds and tastes of different cultures around the world. Along with its many rewards, travelling with children has its challenges, too. Here [...]

And now for something completely different – Greenland

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There’s an old saying, “Once you’ve seen the world, there’s always Greenland!” But why wait until you’ve seen everything else? A trip to Greenland shouldn’t be a vacation of last resort, it should be an adventure that you eagerly plan and anticipate. Getting there and getting around No one said it was going to be [...]

Traveling to the Baltic States

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Cloaked in mystery and history, the Baltic States are made up of three countries that line the shores of the Baltic Sea – Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. Visiting one or more of these Eastern European countries will provide you with a real life lesson rich in history, vibrant culture and deliciously hearty food. “Each country [...]

Planning a trip to Scandinavia?

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Scandinavia is one of the most picturesque places in the world. With a total population of over 24 million people, this region of northern Europe is a popular travel destination. From the majestic fjords of Norway to the cosmopolitan nightlife of Copenhagen and Stockholm, the countries that make up Scandinavia offer something for everyone. “It’s [...]

How To Choose The Perfect All-Inclusive Vacation

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When it comes to planning the perfect vacation getaway, your budget can be a big factor in deciding the vacation details. If you’re the type of person who likes to know how much your vacation is going to cost before you even begin packing, then you may want to consider an all-inclusive package. All-inclusive resorts [...]

Tips for traveling after you retire

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You’ve just retired and now you finally have the time to travel to all those places you’ve been meaning to see. Make the most of traveling in your retirement years by following these simple tips. Keep moving Sitting for long periods of time on a plane or in a car can cause muscle stiffness and [...]

Do You Really Need Travel Insurance?

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When you purchase any type of travel from a simple flight to a full all-inclusive vacation package, the inevitable question will pop up: Would you like to purchase insurance? The answer should always be…that depends. There are many things to consider. What are the risks? Did you just purchase a $200 flight or a $10,000 [...]

New to cruising? What you should know

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Cruising is a favourite vacation option for many couples, families and groups and for good reason. The beauty of a cruise is that you check in and unpack only once, but the ship takes you around to all the places you want to see. Those who cruise often know the insider info that can help [...]

The Top 3 Benefits of Using a Travel Agent

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Choosing to use a travel agent instead of researching and booking your own travel arrangements online comes with many advantages. Of course you could spend hours jumping from website to website to book your flight, hotel, car and/or package vacation yourself, but often using the services of a professional comes with benefits you hadn’t even [...]