Search with Google on your mobile phone for the continent, country, or state you’d like to travel to and add the word “destination” to see an easy-to-browse collection of options. Destinations integrates a deep understanding of all the places in the world withGoogle Flights and Hotel search, so you can see available flight and hotel prices instantly. So instead of jumping…
Psss – Did you know that there was a Secret Button to Raise the Armrest of an Aisle Seat on an Airplane? Many aisle seats have a hidden button or lever that will let you raise the armrest. There are a few planes that do not have movable aisle armrests. However, most of them have a small lever or button on…
One of my barometers of how expensive it is in a city is how expensive the fancy drinks are at my coffee favourite, Starbucks. If you are in Zurich, Switzerland be prepared to fork out a whopping $6.69 compared to just $1.49 in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. The survey discovered the price of a Starbucks latte in 30 countries around…
Germany has claimed bragging rights in an annual ranking of the world’s most powerful passports, while the UK and US each fell multiple spots. All three countries shared first place in last year’s study, but the UK and US have dropped to third and fourth, respectively, in this year’s list. German citizens hold the world’s most powerful passport as they…
Aeroplan today unveiled that members can now use the new Aeroplan app as an easy and convenient way to book flight rewards using their Aeroplan Miles. Customers with iOS, Android and Blackberry mobile phones may now download the app from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store and Blackberry App World. “We know it’s increasingly important for our members…
Travel booking site Busbud analyzed nearly 220,000 Airbnb listings worldwide and compared their rates to the average rates listed in the Hotels.com price index. They found that, on average, the U.S. cities of Seattle, Portland, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, New York City, and Washington D.C. all had Airbnb rates that were better than hotel rates. And in some cities the…
I read a strange story on CBC about a passenger that volunteered to forgo a flight in London UK and did not get fully re-imbursed. Chris Johnson, a colonel in the Royal Canadian Air Force, was in London, preparing to board an Air Canada flight to Ottawa, where he lives. Then the aircraft broke down, and the airline’s ground staff…
Yikes! Having travelled to several of these spots I can testify to this list. Here are the five European cities that according to TripAdvisor are places to be especially aware of conniving pickpockets – and tips on how to avoid becoming a target. Barcelona – More than 300 thefts are reported every day in this spectacular city, earning itself the reputation…
What if the hotel you’re going to stay in has bed bugs? It’s a real concern, but by watching this video to learn some tips to mitigate this risk, you can reduce your chances of bringing home some unexpected souvenirs. The University of Maine Cooperative Extension demonstrates how to look for bedbugs while traveling. Tips on where and how to look…
Air Canada is enhancing the experience of Premium travellers with the creation of a new Business Class Check-in area at Toronto Pearson. The dedicated concourse is now available to customers travelling in Business Class or customers holding select Premium status. “Air Canada is pleased to offer select Premium customers an enhanced level of care, including expedited check-in and concierge services,…