Get a Good Airplane Seat
Where you sit on a plane can affect your comfort and even set the tone for your vacation. I hear lots of travellers complain about economy-class air travel…especially the small seats. Here are some ways you can increase your chances of flying with a bit more comfort…
WTTC REPORT: How Tourism & Tourism can protect Nature
From our endless coastlines to our snow-capped mountain ranges, and rolling lakeside vineyards, BC’s travel and tourism sector relies heavily on the many natural wonders that surround us.
Tips for Fearful Fliers
Despite flying stats, people still get scared…so I have some tips on how to stay calm when flying.
The ‘GOAT’ Travel Mindset
According to the latest survey from Expedia, travellers are looking for what the online travel giant has dubbed the ‘GOAT’ - or the Greatest of All Trips - mindset.
Be a Considerate Tourist
Vacations are all about enjoying new sights and sounds and immersing yourself into the local culture. Travel should not be about irritating those around you with annoying tourist behavior. Here are some ways you can be a considerate tourist on your next trip.
Plan a Family Reunion Vacation
Many extended families don’t all live in the same city so what better way to have a family reunion than with a group vacation? It’s a memorable way to reconnect with your loved ones, but it will require some careful planning to pull off successfully. Here are some tips for planning the perfect family reunion vacation.
Exercises That Make Flying Less Painful
So I’ve got some easy exercises you can do -- mostly right in your seat. While you won’t disembark your flight with a six-pack, these tips and exercises will help make your journey more comfortable.
Travel Tips: Canadian travellers will have more options this fall and winter
Travel consultant Claire Newell explains how Canadian travellers will have more options this fall and winter, with a new player entering the ultra-low-cost carrier market.
Late Summer, Early Fall Travel Trends
Even after a chaotic summer of delays and flight cancellations, brought on by staffing shortages, luggage system breakdowns and unrelenting weather challenges, Canadians have NOT lost their urge to travel.
New Pax Compensation Rules Take Effect
New rules around airline passenger compensation are set to take effect here in Canada that will benefit travellers.
Travel Tips: YVR welcomes 10 millionth passenger
Travel consultant Claire Newell explains how the travel industry continues its path to recovery as YVR celebrates a passenger milestone.
Travel: Bucket list trips are back on again
The past few months of flight cancellations and chaos at airports are not deterring travellers from planning their ultimate trips this year.
Travel Tips: Scaling back flights in Europe
Chaos has reigned for much of the aviation industry in recent weeks and unfortunately, there are few signs the congestion and delays will be resolved in the short term.
Millennial’s are Traveling
Millennials are ready to travel again. Travel consultant Claire Newell unpacks the latest trends of Canadian millennials and where the savvy generation plan to go.