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14 Days of Trains, Towns & Alps

14 Days of Trains, Towns & Alps

Planning your trip to Switzerland? Fantastic choice! Switzerland is easily one of the most beautiful countries we’ve ever visited. From breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps to charming lakeside towns, every corner offers something magical. We’ve explored this beautiful country multiple times, and we’re excited to share our perfect two-week Switzerland itinerary with you. Let’s […]

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How to Speak Canadian: Essential Slang Words and Phrases Explained

How to Speak Canadian: Essential Slang Words and Phrases Explained

Want to speak like a real Canadian, eh? From Tim Hortons runs to two-fours at the cottage, Canadian slang is as diverse as our country itself. While we may sound similar to our American neighbors, trust us—we’ve got our own weird, wonderful, and wildly confusing phrases. Whether you’re ordering a double-double, dodging a rink rat,

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23 Best Weekend Getaways in Ontario, Canada (2025 Edition)

23 Best Weekend Getaways in Ontario, Canada (2025 Edition)

Discover the best weekend getaways in Ontario—from romantic escapes and cozy cottage retreats to thrilling outdoor adventures and vibrant city breaks. Your ultimate 2025 guide to weekend travel in Ontario. Top Weekend Getaways in Ontario 1. Niagara Falls Best For: Romance, families, wine loversNiagara Falls brings the drama, but it also delivers on romance. Couples

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10 Easy Ways to Travel on a Budget: How to Save Money Traveling in 2025

10 Easy Ways to Travel on a Budget: How to Save Money Traveling in 2025

It’s no secret that travel has gotten more expensive over the last few years. Post-COVID, everything feels like it has gotten more expensive. And, with the demand for travel surpassing even pre-pandemic levels, prices aren’t going to go down any time soon.  Besides making things more expensive, COVID changed how to travel. A lot of

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Why Civility Starts With Civets: The Ugly Truth Behind the World’s Most Expensive Coffee

Civits are dying for your coffee. Today is World Civet Day—a day most people have never heard of but one that desperately needs to be on every traveler’s radar. Because behind that $50 cup of “cat-poo-chino” lies a global industry built on animal cruelty, misinformation, and our obsession with so-called luxury experiences. If you’re a

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Essential Travel Advisory USA - What You Need to Know Before Visiting

Essential Travel Advisory USA – What You Need to Know Before Visiting

We’re Canadian. And like most Canadians, we love a good deal, a scenic road trip, and politely grumbling about politics. But let’s get one thing straight—we’re not stepping foot in the United States right now. Not for shopping, not for sunshine, and definitely not for the “land of the free,” where border agents interpret your

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Trump Cancels USAID: The Global Fallout of Abandoning Humanitarian Aid

Trump Cancels USAID: The Global Fallout of Abandoning Humanitarian Aid

Travel opens your eyes to the world. It teaches you that borders don’t matter when people are suffering. But now, one decision is about to send millions into crisis. Trump cut USAID funding, and it’s not just a budget move—it’s a humanitarian disaster. Trump Cut USAID And Millions Will Pay the Price For decades, USAID

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