This Life in Trips 2020 Travel Review and Look Ahead
byWell, that was a year for the books! From a global pandemic to bringing social injustice to light, 2020 was rough. Not even remotely…
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Going to a Golden Knights Hockey Game in Las Vegas? Read These Tips First.
byWith the NHL finally confirming there will be a season, I thought it would be good to look back on my time going to…
AMEX Centurion Lounge Las Vegas Review
byWith an 11:50 PM departure from Las Vegas and too much money lost at the blackjack tables, I opted to head to the airport…
Review: Air Canada 787-9 Business Class | YVR – YYZ
byOn my first flight since the pandemic started, I got to check out Air Canada’s 787-9 business class. This is something I have been…
Le Germain Québec Hotel Review – Hidden Comfort in Old Quebec
byOn the tail end of my three days in Quebec City, I got to check out Le Germain’s second-ever hotel property. Quietly tucked away…
Five BIG Things to do in Sudbury, Ontario
byAlthough everything may be bigger in Texas, Northern Ontario’s largest city certainly has its share of larger than life treasures. With that in mind,…
CleanCare+: How Air Canada is Navigating Opening its Lounges During the Pandemic.
byThe second coming of the golden age of travel may well have come and gone. Or, at least that’s what I thought. Air Canada’s…
Hotel Château Laurier Review – Close to the Sights. Away From the Crowds
byDuring my three days in Quebec City, I walked everywhere. From battlefields to city walls over 300 years old, I covered it all. Yes,…
3 Days in Quebec City – What to See, Do, and Eat
byQuebec City is about as unique of a destination as you can find in Canada, if not North America. Where else can you stroll…
What It’s Like to Fly Across Canada During the Pandemic?
byAfter six months of sitting put, I got on my first plane and flew across the country. As expected, it was weird. Come along…
Air Canada’s New Loyalty Program – 5 Things That Suck About It
byIn my last post, I highlighted the positives with the new Air Canada Aeroplan program. From the ability to pool points to a booking…
Five of the Best Changes to the Air Canada Aeroplan Program
byAfter a couple of confusing years, Aeroplan’s future is finally clear. Come November 8th, the new Air Canada Aeroplan program will be launched and,…
Should I Cancel My Flight or 2020 Travel Plans? Here’s My Take.
byThanks to the current pandemic, back in April I decided to push back my massive 2020 around-the-world trip. I also scaled it back. Instead…
150% BONUS MILES! – THE SUMMER OF AEROPLAN CONTINUES!
byThe Aeroplan bonus miles keep coming! Here’s the latest offer and why I think this truly has been the summer of Aeroplan. What’s the…
What is a Workation? I Went to Whistler to Find Out
byLike many, my workday routine has become incredibly mundane. With local travel restrictions starting to lift, I was eager for a change in scenery….
Canada Travel Restrictions To Know Before Hitting The Road
byThanks to the pandemic, travel plans across the globe have been shot. This has many turning their attention to domestic travel. Before you pack…
The Best Way to Tour the Temples in Bagan
byIf you have spent significant time in Asia, chances are you have seen your share of temples. Much like the churches in Europe, after…
AEROPLAN PROMOTION – EARN 10X THE POINTS WITH UBER EATS!
byEven though we may not be flying any time soon, that doesn’t mean we can’t earn Aeroplan points for later travel. With the latest…
Leaving Las Vegas? Here Are 7 Things To Do Outside Vegas
byLas Vegas is known as a place to let loose. You can leave your inhibitions at the door and get your fill of eating,…
If you can Isolate Together, you can Travel Together
byThings continue to look bleak when it comes to travel. With several changes to how we fly on the way, the days of carelessly…
This Life in Isolation – An Update on Travel, This Site, and What’s Next
byRight now I should be somewhere over the Atlantic ocean in Turkish Air’s brand new 787-900 business class. Instead, I’m in a Vancouver park…
Temporary Vancouver Street Art Brings Some Colour to a Drab Situation
byRobson Street is finally opening up to its stores this weekend. In a weird/sad way, it means the end of the surprising Vancouver street…
Should You Get a Visa or American Express Aeroplan Credit Card? I Say Both.
byThanks to generous bonuses and promotions, signing up for a Visa or American Express Aeroplan credit card is a quick way to top up…
Looking on The Bright Side – What Positives Might Come out of Post-Pandemic Travel
byIn my last post, I highlighted a few ways air travel will never be the same. From blood tests at airports to wearing a…
Airline Tickets or Airline Points – What’s the Safer Buy Right Now?
byWhen the dust settles and this pandemic is behind us, we are all going to need a vacation. Isolation is certainly taking its toll…