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Here you'll find travel tips and tricks, general travel news, and stories that don't fit into any specific country.

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How To Avoid Paying DHL Customs Fees in Canada – Self Clearing Packages

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As a fellow Canadian, one of the most frustrating things about ordering from US stores online and shipping internationally are the dreaded surprise bills that you get upon receipt. You could buying something for $100 and your courier will slap you with a bill for another $50. Even worse, sometimes the customs fees are equal […]

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33 Practical Camping Gift Ideas For Outdoor Lovers

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Have that friend or family member that is a true outdoor lover and not sure what to get? With so much innovation in the outdoor gear space, it’s often hard to keep up with what the best items are or what’s the next big thing. This gift guide will be sure to spark a few […]

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Is there an Airbnb for RVs? How to find RVs For Rent by Owner

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RV travel is on the rise as we seek out unique outdoor adventures beyond the traditional camping experience. For those that are just starting to look at renting RVs, you quickly learn that the marketplace is quite unique and very different from say, car rentals. Undoubtedly you’ve seen the roadside RV depots in rural parts […]

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Where and How To Buy The Best Travel Insurance

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The biggest mistake every traveller makes is not buying travel insurance. I get it – it seems like accidents never happen. What are the chances right? That is, until it happens. Having been in your position, I know what it’s like. The insurance industry is set up to be confusing which is why we’ll be […]

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World Nomads Travel Insurance Review – Is It Worth It?

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One of the things we often overlook when traveling is travel insurance. It’s something you feel like you never need because nothing has ever happened on the road but it’s something that every traveler has to have. That’s where World Nomads travel insurance comes into play and why you need it. From lost luggage, trip […]

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105 Best Travel Quotes To Inspire Wanderlust with Photos

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Sometimes you just need that extra bit of motivation to push you out the door or a good reminder of what makes travel life-changing. Through the years, we’ve been collecting the best travel quotes that’ll truly inspire some serious wanderlust. By combining these wanderlust quotes with photos to create the most fitting pictures, use the […]

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51 Gifts For Travel Lovers That They’ll Actually Want in 2022

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Whether it’s for the holiday season or for a special occasion such as a birthday, these are simply awesome gifts for travel lovers in your life that suit all budgets. A lot has changed in the travel space this past year but that doesn’t mean the wanderlust has fizzled away for the intrepid globetrotter (which […]

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How Does Travelzoo Work and What Are The Current Hot Deals?

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Travelzoo is one of the original brands that always brought the best travel deals to consumers. For those that are finding out about them just now or have been skeptical about their offers, I’m hear to bust the myths behind them. I’ll be diving into “how does Travelzoo work?”, “is Travelzoo legit?”, and “are their […]

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Air Canada’s Aeroplan Changes and the New American Express Cards

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This post was sponsored by Amex Bank of Canada. The views and opinions expressed in this blog, however, are my own. American Express is not responsible for maintaining or monitoring the accuracy of information on this website. It’s been a long time in the making but Air Canada®* has finally announced the completely transformed loyalty […]

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Top Virtual Cooking Classes Around The World

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Food is one of the best ways to get to know a local culture.  Cooking classes are an immersive experience that allows you to learn new skills, meet fellow travellers, and of course eat delicious food.  What if you’re not able to travel right now or feeling nostalgic?  Well the good news is that there […]

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