Recently, we purchased Air Canada tickets for a return trip and canceled the flights choosing to convert the value of the ticket into Aeroplan points. In this post, we share why we chose to do this and some tips for you to decide if you should do the same.
Category Archives: Plan
Review: Gecko Rent a Car in Puerto Vallarta Mexico
On our most recent trip to Mexico, we decided to rent a car to facilitate getting around between Puerto Vallarta, Punta de Mita, and Sayulita. In this post, we share information about driving in Jalisco/Nayarit and our experience renting with Gecko Rent a Car.
10 Tips: Planning a Trip to Crete
The fourth stop on our Big Fat Greek Summer Vacation was the island of Crete! Here are 10 tips to help you plan a trip to Crete.
6 Practical Tips for Visiting Athens in August
We spent 2 full days in Athens in August and share 6 practical tips to plan your visit to the city.
4 Days in Corfu: Our Trip
We spent 4 relaxing and adventure-filled days exploring the island of Corfu and its beaches, its tavernas, and its towns. In this post, we share tips and information for those looking to visit Corfu during the busy summer travel season.
3 Days in Mykonos: Tips for Non-Partiers
We spent 3 relaxing days in Mykonos exploring the island and its beaches, its tavernas, its towns, and we visited a local winery/farm and craft brewery. In this post, we share tips and information for those looking to visit Mykonos but who want to avoid the party scene.
Greedy: Airbnb’s new policy sets disappointing precedents when booking refundable accommodations
Imagine booking a fully-refundable rate at a hotel, but still being charged a service fee if you need to cancel your reservation. This is a policy that Airbnb has implemented during these most uncertain of travel times.
Air Canada Status Match for US Citizens
Americans with elite status on an American airline can complete a status match to get status on Air Canada until the end of the year. Find out more in this post.
Road Trip to Ucluelet: Not Quite a Tropical Paradise
At least at one point, during your visit to Tofino or Ucluelet (Ukee) in late July or early August, the clouds or fog will roll in.
Weekend Getaway: Calgary, Alberta
Here are some highlights from our weekend trip to Calgary and ideas of where to stay, eat and drink if you’re visiting.