Good news for Air Canada Altitude members! As part of the new Air Canada Altitude privileges effective March 1, 2015, the ClassicFlight Reward carrier surcharges (YQ only) will be waived for all Air Canada Altitude members for travel within Canada and between Canada and the U.S. This is applicable on flights operated by Air Canada, Air Canada Express and Air Canada rouge. Furthermore, the ClassicFlight Reward carrier surcharges (YQ only) will…
I love the aspirational awards on Aeroplan! As a family man with 2 girls I can’t do these as they only have trips for couples – note to Aeroplan! Here’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience a 5-day getaway in Barcelona featuring a private charter plane experience with all your favorite players from FC Barcelona! Messi, Suárez, Alves, Bravo, Rakitic …who will…
Whether you’re planning a trip, or planning to build a new building, Google Earth Pro makes it easier for you to visualize your world in 3D. Normally sold for $399, you can now get your own copy of Google Earth Pro for free. Google Earth Pro has all the amazing 3D visual features of Google Earth, but with the added…
As a user of BC Ferries, it is always a tough conversation with others about their personal feelings towards the company. This video went viral, where a woman missed her sailing and over-reacted! I understand how frustrating that would be to miss your ferry by a mere three minutes, but it is no excuse to over-react! I have seen upset people…
Lonely Planet has crammed 26 of the best new experiences into their latest free ebook. They’ve all recently opened, or will start up in 2015, so you can be among the first to explore the newest frontiers in travel. So will it be adventures by bike, boat or zipline? Gazing at the stars or sipping the latest craft beer? Be ahead of…
In 2011 the government of Canada introduced a program called the super visa. The super visa is an extended ‘visitors to canada’ visa that allows for visits of up to 2 years. There are however a few requirements to meet for this visa. Visitors must have children or grandchildren living in Canada who are either Canadian citizens or permanent residents.…
Aeroplan Members can now use their miles for the Premium Economy cabin on applicable Air Canada flights when booking a Market Fare Flight Reward. Premium Economy is a new class of travel, where passengers can experience superior comfort in a dedicated cabin, with premium meal service, enhanced amenities and priority airport services. Available on select routes, Premium Economy features a larger seat with more recline and extra…
If you’re flying over the holidays, you might be concerned about catching a cold from your fellow passengers. I found a useful infographic from the Advisory Board cautions you to use your own hand sanitizer if you have to use the germiest area of the plane, the bathroom, and also to use sanitizing hand wipes to clean the tray. Here is the…
As much as I love travel hacks and points, sometimes you need to actually book a flight. Here are some tips that will help you navigate the Air Canada website to possibly save some money on your next flight. Air Canada has a free service called Fare Alerts. You just put in your desired itinerary and set your budget, and…
Fairmont Hotel and Resorts is getting in the giving spirit of Black Friday saving. For all of their followers on Facebook, they will be giving away $100 Fairmont gift cards to anyone who spends $500 between 1-4pm on Friday the 28th. If you’re planning a trip for at least 3 nights, then you would definitely qualify for this $100 gift card- that…