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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (April 18/21)
Booking.com's Back To Travel Survey
New research from leading digital travel platform Booking.com reveals insights into what areas Canadian travellers feel most hopeful about as it becomes safe to travel again, and what support they believe the travel industry needs to get back on its feet.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (April 11/21)
Technology's Impact on the Future of Travel
As technology continues to advance, there will be more opportunity to integrate it into both the industry as a whole and utilize these advancements as travelers. Here are a few ways that technology will impact the future of travel - both for the industry and individuals.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (April 4/21)
IATA's Travel Pass
The IATA Travel Pass App will contain all the passenger details necessary for safe, efficient travel. It will inform passengers on what tests, vaccines, and other measures they require prior to travel.
The aim is to give airlines and governments accurate information on passengers’ COVID-19 health status and therefore the confidence that they can restart operations and re-open borders.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (March 28/21)
Camping 101 From Parks Canada
There’s no better way to experience a national historic site or national park than by camping in it. François Duclos, Manager of Visitor Experience Infrastructures with Parks Canada offers some tips on how to book your campsite, and some rules to keep in mind when you visit.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (April 18/21)
Rosewood Bermuda
Rosewood Bermuda sits within the fashionable island community of Tucker's Point, with direct access to the island's largest private beach. Catering to both golf lovers and vacationers, the Bermuda luxury hotel is the epitome of classic seaside style with tasteful furnishings, scenic views and professional services.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (April 18/21)
Top Tips to Respect Wildlife and Stay Safe
Canada’s national parks are gateways to nature, adventure and discovery. The chance to observe wildlife as they go about their natural lives is one of the most fascinating experiences that Parks Canada’s places offer. Along with this opportunity, however, comes the responsibility to treat wildlife with the respect they need and deserve.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (April 11/21)
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, Virginia
On April 9, 1865, the surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia in the McLean House in the village of Appomattox Court House, Virginia signaled the end of the nation's largest war. Its name is now immortalized for the tentative peace brought to the nation.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (April 4/21)
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort,
Fairmont BC
Fairmont Hot Springs Resort is one of Canada’s all-encompassing experiences where guests enjoy exceptional service, all the benefits of our legendary natural hot springs pools, and a year-round Rocky Mountain resort at a great value.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (March 28/21)
The Malcolm Hotel, Canmore. AB
Discover Canmore, Alberta’s premiere, four-star hotel experience. It’s a landmark of luxury, contemporary design and gracious, personalized service. Just a five-minute walk from the heart of downtown Canmore, The Malcolm Hotel provides chic accommodations and resort-style amenities in the heart of the Alberta Rockies.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (April 11/21)
Australia Under COVID
Travel writer and author Linda King, based in Australia gives some insight on what life is like for Australians living
with COVID restrictions and what
the travel industry is facing
in Australia.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (April 4/21)
Touring Ukraine With Cobblestone Tours
Big, diverse and largely undiscovered, Ukraine is a hidden gem – a nation rich in colourful traditions, warm-hearted people and off-the-map experiences.
Here, you can find everything; from bustling cities, to historic age-old towns; from sweeping golden beaches to the cast green steppe; from its awe-inspiring golden domes to its quaint cobble-stoned streets and secret mountain villages.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (March 28/21)
Bucket List Trip #2
Argentina
We are pleased to announce the 2nd winner of our Bucket List Trip Contest. Our winner's Bucket List desire is to see Argentina. Once again, Wolf Paunic, President of Trafalgar Canada joins us to share Trafalgar's Wonders Of Patagonia Tour highlighting Argentina as part of the tour.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (March 21/21)
Saving The Alaska Cruise Season
David Yeskel, the Cruise Guru discusses the recent developments to try and save the Alaska Cruise Season following Canada's cruise ship ban into February of 2022.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (March 14/21)
Vaccine Passports A Necessary Evil For Tourism Recovery
Jim Byers, Editor of Canadian Travel News discusses the concept of Vaccine Passports, what they are and how they may be required for people to start traveling again.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (March 21/21)
Skye High Adventure
Travel Writer Ilona Kauremszky
shares her visit to the
Isle of Skye in Scotland. "Submerged in mountain ranges with miles of dramatic coastline, a jaw-dropping, page-turning history unfolds by land and sea."
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (March 14/21)
Eternal Expat
Laura Bronner, founder of the Eternal Expat website offers some insight
on living in Mexico and some tips
on how to find long term rental accommodation for those thinking
of living the dream.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (March 21/21)
Sundog Tours, Jasper. AB
From daily sightseeing excursions,
to group tours, to airport shuttles, to coach touring and conference
services, Sundog Tours specialize
in making your time in the mountains unforgettable.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (March 14/21)
The iPhone Photography Book
Who doesn't want to take better photos with their iPhone when on vacation? In this full-color guidebook, Professional Photographer Scott Kelby provides his award-winning approach to sharing his secrets and shooting advice, just like he would with a friend if they were out shooting together.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (March 7/21)
Travel Post COVID
Susan Cato, Travel Correspondent with TravelZoo, discusses how travel has
and will continue to change
post-pandemic, some of the
travel trends that have emerged
due to COVID-19 and what travel
will look like post-COVID.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (Feb. 28/21)
Cruising With Expedia Cruises (Part 1)
In our 2 part interview with John Mast, Senior Director Global Cruise Marketing with Expedia Cruises, we discuss how the cruise industry has been affected by the COVID Pandemic and future of cruising and some cruise tips in general.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (March 7/21)
Aspen Crossing, Alberta
Nestled in the small hamlet of Mossleigh, Alberta, you’ll find a train themed destination that is fast becoming a true rural gem in the Canadian Badlands. Aspen Crossing is located just 45 minutes southeast of Calgary on Hwy 24. Aspen Crossing has been evolving for over 15 years to become a major tourist destination in the heart of Southern Alberta.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (March 7/21)
Indigenous Tourism Alberta
Indigenous Tourism Alberta (ITA) is an Indigenous-led not-for-profit provincial destination marketing organization for Indigenous tourism in Alberta. ITA encourages and promotes authentic Indigenous tourism that showcases the unique and immersive experiences offered by its members throughout our four regions; North, Central and Southern Alberta as well as the Rockies.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (Feb. 28/21)
Cruising With Expedia Cruises (Part 2)
In part 2 of our interview with John Mast, Senior Director Global Cruise Marketing with Expedia Cruises, John discusses Wave Season and gives some tips on booking a cruise. Plus offers some
insight into some of the tools available
to agents to assist their clients in
booking a cruise.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (Feb. 28/21)
Bucket List Trip #1
London and Paris Explorer
We are pleased to announce the winner of our first Bucket List Trip Contest. Our winner's Bucket List desire is to see London, England and Paris, France so Wolf Paunic, President of Trafalgar Canada joins us to share Trafalgar's London and Paris Explorer Tour.
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