Do Canadians Need An International Drivers Permit?
If you're planning to travel abroad, you may want to drive overseas. While some countries accept Canadian drivers licenses, many do not. That's where an International Drivers Permit comes in handy.
Five of Western Canada’s Most Beautiful National Parks in Photos
Canada is blessed with some of the most beautiful national parks in the world. They range from the tiny (St Lawrence Islands National Park of Canada at about 9 km2) to the huge (Wood Buffalo National Park of Canada at about 45,000 km2). Here are five of our favorites (in no particular order!) in photos.
What Should You Pack In Your Travel Health Kit?
A travel first aid kit is a great idea for almost any adventure. Since we've started traveling, our kit has grown bigger every year. That said, it's been wonderful to have first aid supplies and basic medications on hand in case of a travel emergency. Here are some of our best ideas for what to bring along in your travel health kit.
What You Need To Know About The Canadian Government’s Registration Program For Canadians Overseas
The Canadian government offers a helpful registration service for Canadians abroad. It's called the Registration of Canadians Abroad (ROCA) service (I guess they don't pay government employees to come up with catchy titles). ROCA can be used in two ways: 1) to inform you of an emergency at home, and 2) to contact you with urgent information and advice in case of an emergency. Practically, this means that the Canadian government can contact you if there's a major issue at your destination, such as civil unrest, or an earthquake or other natural disaster.
Do You Make Any Of These 5 Travel Mistakes?
Your vacation is supposed to be relaxing. Unfortunately, there's a lot that can go wrong between the time you book your tickets and get to your destination. Check out the five mistakes Canadians make again and again when they hit the road.