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What You Need to Know Before Your Canada Trip

To make the most of your time while visiting the Land of Maple Syrup, it is vital to plan and list out your itineraries. Canada is a big country, so don’t expect to explore all places during a quick trip. Decide on the places to go to and sights to check out. You can always come back to see other sites the next time.
Here are the other things you need to know before going to Canada:
1. Get a travel insurance beforehand
As much as you intend to enjoy and have fun during your stay in the country, you never know what accidents may happen. Since you are in a foreign country, expect medical expenses to …

Nov 15, 2020

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Money-Saving Tips When Travelling to Canada

Here are some tips that can help you save money during your stay in the country:

Make use of coupon sites. Monitor sites that offer savings and local deals, such as Groupon and Living Social. You will get a good listing from these sites if you monitor them before and as you go about your travel venture.
Book ahead of time, especially during the peak season. Couch surfing will save you money when it comes to visiting this country, which is not exactly budget-friendly, but at least, you can work things out to cut the cost.
Take the Megabus that runs in Quebec and Ontario. It has connections to the US. Make sure…

Nov 2, 2020

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Train Travel Tips to North America

Trains are comfy and will give you the best views of the area. They are also spacious and offer comfortable places where you can relax and sleep. When planning a rail adventure in North America, make sure that you follow these tips:
1. Make reservations ahead of time. This can be done online or by talking to an agent. Unlike other means of transports like cars and buses, it is not usually allowed for passengers to board any train any time you want.
2. You can choose to pick a stop-off point along the way for cheaper options and spend the night or a couple of nights in a hotel nearby.
3. If all the lowest-priced tickets…

Oct 21, 2020

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Canada Travel Tips on Gear and Packing

Wondering what to pack for your Canadian visit? Make sure that you have the following gears on hand:
1. Backpack
Choose something comfy, light, but has plenty of space for your essentials and other things. Invest in something that will fit a lot of things and still fit on the plane’s overhead bin.
2. Clothes
Choose your clothes according to the activities you intend to do and depending on the weather of the destination. It is advisable to pack some casual wear and attire that you can use at formal venues. Make sure that you have swimming clothes and suits, hiking gear…

Oct 15, 2020

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Recommended Road Trips in British Columbia

British Columbia is perfect for those in search of memorable road trips. This destination has something to offer, from wildlife, backcountry communities, to scenic landscapes.
Here are some of the road trips you can take while here:
1. Route 97
This is known as the longest continuous highway from north to south. Route 97 will take you from the US border to Watson Lake. During the trip, you will pass by the wine country known as Okanagan. You can go ahead and explore the Watson Lake as you go.
The roadside offers a bountiful view or the wildlife, from bears, moose, elk, and bison. You can also …

Oct 15, 2020

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Top Attractions in Western Canada

If you are visiting the Western Canada, be sure to visit the following attractions.
1. Lake Louise in Banff National Park
Many tourists go to this top tourist spot for the lake’s turquoise color and a great view of the Rocky Mountain. The lake turns into a skating rink in winter and offers canoe rides during summertime.
While here, make sure to check out what has been hailed as one of the world’s picturesque highways, the Icefields Parkway that connects the lake to Jasper. The surroundings and colors become dramatic and quite photographic. This will make you realize the many reasons why …

Oct 2, 2020

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Top 5 Canada Travel Destinations for American Travellers

Canada is a popular travel destination especially for American travellers. From its beautiful landscape, rich culture, to stunning beaches, you can never go wrong planning a trip to Canada. Here are some of the places you shouldn’t miss during your visit to this gorgeous country:
1. Montreal, Quebec
You will love it here, especially if you are an old soul. Montreal houses the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Montreal Botanical Gardens, and the globally popular, Notre-Dame.
2. Banff National Park & Lake Louise, Alberta
Best known for the Canadian Rockies mountain range…

Oct 2, 2020

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