Winter Getaways: Where to Go and How to Save

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If the weather outside is frightful, just bundle up in that warm, wooly parka, because even though it’s cold outside doesn’t mean you can’t still get out there and enjoy the winter weather. If you’re looking for a snowy getaway this holiday season, here are a few fun winter activities:

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36 Hours in Vegas

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With its extravagant showgirls, gluttonous all-you-can-eat buffets and hedonistic hot spots featuring celebrity DJs, there really is no place like Vegas! If you’re looking for a gambling getaway with the girls, or just for a relaxing impromptu vacation away from ‘real life,’ Sin City is a fun, affordable choice for a weekend escape. With so many entertainment and restaurant options out there, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, so here are a few tips from my recent trip to Vegas.

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Scoring Free Upgrades: Travel Tips You Need to Know

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It’s everyone’s favourite four-letter F word. Free. There is something inherently satisfying about getting something for nothing. When it comes to travel, it is possible to score upgrades, perks and privileges at no additional cost…you just have to know some tricks of the trade. For those looking to cut back expenses without cutting back on the experience, here are a few tactics on how to score a free upgrade:

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The Lost Island of Pygmy Mammoths – Kayaking in the Channel Islands

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Dressed in a skin-tight wet suit, a blue helmet and a bright red life jacket, I clumsily paddled my way into the pursed mouth of a narrow limestone cave. Snarls of foamy saliva-like waves lapped up against the rock’s jagged jaws, and – as a tidal surge swept over my sit-on-top kayak shoving me towards a serrated stucco cave wall – there was nothing left to do but duck limbo-style and hope for the best.

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Stand-Up Paddling: Sightsee As You Sculpt

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Balanced atop a wobbly 11-foot board, knees bent, arms wielding a long angled paddle, I took a deep breath and braced myself for the boat wake that rip curled towards me. Not far from the kelp forests, rock cliffs and sandy white shorelines of Newport Beach California, there I was, a student at Stand-Up Paddle Boarding Boot Camp, trying my best to learn a new sport, get some exercise and not topple face first into the freezing cold waters of the Pacific Ocean.

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Top 5 Budget Saving Tips: Travel Like a Celeb for Cheap!

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You don’t have to be Brad or Angelina to travel in style. From Aspen, to Vancouver, Bahamas to Manhattan, here are some travel tips that will have you living the celebrity high life…without breaking the piggy bank.

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Top 5 Tips for the Great Canadian Road Trip

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Armed with a freshly brewed cup of Tim’s coffee and faced with the freedom of the open road, it’s time to take in some of Canada’s most iconic cultural sites. From the snow-capped peaks of the Rockies to the historic cobblestone streets of Quebec City; the home of Anne of Green Gables in Charlottetown, to the kitschy haunted houses in Niagara Falls, the Canadian landscape is a rich tapestry of sights and experiences.  Known for its natural beauty, its charming clean cities and hospitable locals…you can’t go wrong with a homegrown Summer trip exploring the great outdoors in our very own backyards.

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Tips on How To Maximize Your Miles

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With so many different frequent flier and loyalty programs out there, choosing one can feel a little daunting. Here are a few ways to earn points quickly, climb your way up to elite status, take advantage of those programs and maximize your miles.

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