The Informed Traveler
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Your best source for travel trends, tips and destination ideas
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (Nov. 20/22)
Plaza Premium Lounges
Plaza Premium Lounges are the world’s largest independent airport lounge network welcoming all travellers regardless of class of travel or airline. Offering excellent services and facilities for travellers departing, transiting and arriving at international airports around the world.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (Nov. 13/22)
Evan Evans Tours, UK
Experience local culture first-hand and explore Britain in an immersive and more intimate way. Book tickets for London's world-famous attractions or visit Britain's best sights including Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and the Roman Baths during a fantastic guided tour from London.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (Nov. 6/22)
Earning Travel Rewards
Patrick Sojka from Rewards Canada joins us to offer some tips on how to collect those reward miles and points faster and how to use them best to get the most value from them.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (Oct. 30/22)
Haunted Attractions Association
The Haunted Attraction Association (HAA), serves as the voice of the haunted attraction industry. Their mission is to educate our members, protect their customers, and promote haunted attractions around the world. Find out what makes a good Haunted Attraction.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (Oct. 23/22)
Trans Canada Trail
Stretching 28,000 km from coast to coast to coast, the Trans Canada Trail offers a wide range of activities through a variety of landscapes – urban, rural and wilderness; along greenways, waterways and roadways.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (Oct. 16/22)
Top 150 Unusual Things To See In Alberta
Travel writer and author Debbie Olsen, a proud Albertan who's visited nearly every corner of the province, has assembled a list of over 150 unusual places, things to see and events that make Alberta one-of-a-kind.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (Oct. 9/22)
Travel Health Insurance
There remains a critical need for travel health coverage, as the industry still sees many claims for COVID-19-related medical expenses by Canadians abroad. To learn more listen to our interview with Will McAleer, Executive Director at the Travel Health Insurance Association of Canada.
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Informed Traveler SEG 1 (Oct. 1/22)
Driftscape
Tour, Explore and Discover authentic Canada from the point of view of diverse local experts with Driftscape - a free app that acts as a personal guide to a growing user base of over 70,000 active explorers.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (Nov. 20/22)
All Inclusive Options from Marriott
From family vacations to adult-only escapes and solo adventures, Marriott-Bonvoy has added a number of all-inclusive resorts that offer the perfect experience for your unique travel style.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (Nov. 13/22)
Paradisus Los Cabos, MX
Travel Writer and Luxury Hotel Reviewer Debra Smith discusses her review of the Paradisus Los Cabos. A resort known for its refined service, exquisite architecture and magnificent facilities that guarantee a luxurious experience.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (Nov. 6/22)
Sheraton Centre Toronto
Celebrating their 50th anniversary this year you'll feel a sense of belonging the moment you arrive. Enjoy sweeping views of downtown Toronto, complimentary breakfast, all-day refreshments and free Wi-Fi to keep you fueled and connected throughout your visit.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (Oct. 30/22)
The Old Courthouse Inn, Powell River BC
The Old Courthouse Inn is located in a National Historic District in the Historic Townsite of Powell River on the Sunshine Coast, BC. Recently the Inn hosted a Paranormal weekend where guests joined real authentic Paranormal Investigators exploring the spirits that have haunted the Inn throughout the years.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (Oct. 23/22)
Sandos Caracol, Playa del Carmen MX
At Sandos Caracol Eco Resort, you can swim in the crystal-clear waters of a ancient jungle cenote, lounge on the beach surrounded by palm trees, or spend an adrenaline-filled day at the full-size water park.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (Oct. 16/22)
Legaroo
Not knowing the local laws and customs of the country you’re visiting may lead to unpleasant surprises, misunderstandings, and perhaps legal trouble. Know before you go! Legaroo is a network of lawyers and Law Firms in 70+ countries with a common goal: Offering legal assistance to the International Traveler at an affordable price.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (Oct. 9/22)
The Tamarack Lodge, Canmore AB
The Tamarack Lodge has 22 luxury vacation rental units available. They range from one to two-bedroom options, all with high-quality finishes and design. Its luxurious rooms provide the comfortable space you and your guests need to experience the best parts of a mountain getaway to Canmore.
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Informed Traveler SEG 2 (Oct. 1/22)
Brier Island, NS
Travel Writer, Leigh McAdam shares her journey to Brier Island, Nova Scotia. A small island at the entrance to the world-renown Bay of Fundy, at the end of the long, narrow Fundy Spit.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (Nov. 20/22)
Take an Adventure Road Trip Through Eastern Oregon
Eastern Oregon is one area a little off the beaten path to most visitors. It’s a bit more challenging to access as there are fewer large cities with airports, but it is worth taking the time to discover with a car road trip.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (Nov. 13/22)
Lion World Travel
Making affordable luxury safari dreams come true for more than 56 years, Lion World Travel is one of North America’s largest operators of safaris to Africa. Specializing in small group safaris and custom tours to Southern Africa, East Africa and Egypt.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (Nov. 6/22)
Malama Hawaii
Engage in some volunteer opportunities and in exchange, experience Hawaiʻi on a much deeper and connected level. Through the Mālama Hawaiʻi Program, you could qualify for a special discount or even a free night from a participating hotel when participating in its dedicated volunteer activity.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (Oct. 30/22)
Nightmares Fear Factory,
Niagara Falls ONT
The most famous and scariest attraction in Niagara Falls. You can hear the screams coming from Nightmares Fear Factory Haunted house. Famous for the number of visitors that 'chicken out', thousands of people come out to see how brave they really are.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (Oct. 23/22)
Florida Keys
Teeming with activities for visitors of all ages and interests, the islands of the Florida Keys make for a classic Florida vacation.
The destinations Key Largo, Islamorada and, of course, Key West. Plus dozens of keys in between.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (Oct. 16/22)
Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood
Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood brings you closer than ever to the entertainment you love. Whether you have taken the tour before or its your first time, you’ll explore one of the busiest working studios in Los Angeles with one of their expert Tour Guides who will take you behind the scenes of some of your favorite films and television shows.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (Oct. 9/22)
Jasper, AB
James Jackson, President and CEO of Tourism Jasper discusses the newest hotel opening, the Forest Park Hotel as well as some of the upcomng events in Jasper such as the Dark Sky Festival, the Pints and Pino Run and Christmas in November plus others.
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Informed Traveler SEG 3 (Oct. 1/22)
Confederation Bridge, PEI/NB
Travel Writer, Dave Slaght discusses the history behind and driving across the Confederation Bridge, an engineering marvel and an amazing sight to see connecting Prince Edward Island (P.E.I.) to New Brunswick.
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