We were fortunate to have a nice weekend getaway in Whistler with a stay at the Four Seasons Whistler. The Four Seasons Whistler was recently awarded the Number 2 spot among the Top 20 Resorts in Canada and rated among the Top 100 Hotels & Resorts in the World by Condé Nast Traveler’s 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards. This hotel provided us…
I love Google Street View! This is a must have tool for travellers as it lets you get better aware with the area or city you are travelling to. They have recently added places that let you preview your bucket list and plan your trip more! 1. Burj Khalifa “At The Top” Observation Deck (124th Floor), Burj Khalifa, Dubai Described as a…
I am a big football soccer fan. The 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil starts next year Thursday, June 12 in Sao Paulo and ends on Sunday, July 13 at the Maracana Stadium in Rio de Janeiro. Here is a link to the complete match schedule. I wanted to share some ways to travel to Brazil for Canadians and how they…
We found a great Norwegian Cruise Lines sale for the West coast (Vancouver port). Must book by July 19, 2013. This cruise below is as low as $279 (inside cabin)! 5 Nights Pacific Coastal Cruise from Vancouver to Los Angeles Norwegian Pearl Ports of Call: Vancouver, British Columbia; Astoria, Oregon; San Francisco, Ca; Los Angeles, California. 2013 departures: Sep 29…
I have never been to Disneyland or Walt Disney World or even Euro Disney but everyone hates lines! Fastpass Both parks, Walt Disney World and Disneyland, you can acquire a Fastpass. Disney FASTPASS Service is a complimentary benefit to all park Guests that allows you to enjoy the rest of the Disneyland Resort while your place in line is saved. Here…
I have only been to the Bahamas once, but we went to Atlantis and it rocked! I found this great deal to save up to 75% off at Comfort Suites Paradise Island For $399 per person you get 5 days, 4 nights, Breakfast included. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Packages include: $250 Air Credit Included in Price Kids…
I am the owner of the American Express Canada Gold Rewards Card and when I logged into my account today I noticed that they have a redemption bonus of 25% (until August 31, 2013). Usually 1,000 American Express Membership Rewards points = $10 credit toward travel spending. Your new return will be $12.50. This credit card has several perks when you register for this…
We are so fortunate to have Alaska MVP status. With the free Atlantic Silver status we acquired, my wife and I status matched to Alaska MVP status. This was perfect timing as we booked a flight from Victoria, BC (YYJ) to Kahalui, Maui (OGG). Here are some of the applicable benefits with being an MVP: Unlimited Complimentary Upgrades anytime on…
One of my favourite travel hacks is status matching. Basically, if you have status in one program you request the equivalent status in another program. This gives you extra perks for free! Once you have this free platinum status you can request status in Best Western, Club Carlson and Priority Club loyalty programs. Here’s a current offer for instant Platinum status (your…
We are currently staying at the The Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas, an incredible beachside resort on Maui (we love it by the way). We took part in a promotional offer sent to my wife (an SPG credit card holder) for $798 that included: 6 days’ and 5 nights’ accommodations at The Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas $75 resort certificate that can be…