Carry-On Baggage Rules For Canadian Airlines

by Lindsay Shapka in

If the last year of travel has taught us anything, it is that airports are busier than ever post-COVID, and both they, and the airlines, are struggling to keep up with the demand.

Throughout the summer and holiday season of 2022, we were bombarded with images and videos of stacks of lost luggage left in airports all over the world. If you are anything like me, it has made checking a bag seem like a risk that I am not willing to take — especially if I am going for a short trip and don’t want to be without my clothing, etc. for even a day.

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12 Quotes to Inspire Travel and Adventure

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Looking for a little inspiration? Do you need some words to inspire you to book that ticket? Are you ready for an adventure but just need that final push?

Sometimes a simple sentence can pack so much power that it will inspire you to take that step that you’ve been dreaming about, or do the thing that is sitting in the back of your mind — be brave!

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10 Things You Must Do When In Oahu, Hawaii

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While there are tourist sites, museums, art galleries, and more to see on Oahu, my favorite things to do on the island involve slowing down, taking advantage of the weather, and generally chilling out.

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What To See and Do While Strolling Edinburgh's Royal Mile

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The Royal Mile (you guessed it, it is literally a mile long) in Edinburgh, Scotland earned its regal nickname in the 16th century when the King and his procession used it to travel between the castle on one end, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse on the other.

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Bear Safety: How to stay safe when camping and hiking in bear country

by Lindsay Shapka in ,

Bears do not go out of their way to attack, track or hunt humans. That is not a thing. What they are attracted to is food, or something that might be scented like food.

Unless you are doing things that will attract bears, you are unlikely to ever encounter one. You may see bears on the side of the highway, but rarely will you see them near your tent or on a hiking trail.

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Hit The Beach! Your Guide to the Best Beaches in the USA

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Winters are long and cold, and I find myself dreaming of the beach for most of the year (who am I kidding, ALL of the year).

There are so many incredible tropical locations to explore in the world, but when the warm weather hits, the beaches in the US are well worth a visit.

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How To Plan a Trip

by Lindsay Shapka in , ,

I don’t know about you, but I am itching to be able to travel again, and with the end of COVID in sight, I am filling my coffee table with travel magazines and my bookshelves with travel guides — it’s time to start planning!

Whether you are dreaming of a one-week escape or a month-long adventure, planning a trip requires more than just buying plane tickets — especially if you want to make the most of your time.

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