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08/17/2023

11/13/2021

BLANKET TRAVEL ADVISORY LIFTED - Know before you go

The long awaited news that the federal government had lifted its blanket non-essential travel advisory has opened up new possibilities for Canadians aching to travel for leisure or to see family.

-Since quietly lifting the advisory last week, Global Affairs Canada has returned to its prior system for categorizing advisories for various destinations based on safety and security risk - splitting them into four levels: Exercise Normal Security Precautions; Exercise a High Degree of Caution; Avoid Non-Essential Travel; and Avoid All Travel.

-There is currently an advisory in place recommending against all cruise travel. The advisory cites the risk of quarantine if there's an outbreak on board, and that Canadian consular services may be restricted by local authorities.

-If you are planning a trip, officials recommend checking the Travel Advice and Advisories page at travel.gc.ca when you're booking your travel plans and then again shortly before you are due to leave to ensure the situation hasn't changed at your chosen destination.

-If you are seeking the most up to date information about the Covid-19 situation, rules, and entry requirements at a specific destination, be sure to check out the 'Destination Tracker

-It was created by the International Air Transport Association and UN World Tourism Organization to provide a one-stop-shop for travellers seeking information on COVID-19 indicators including infection rates, positivity rates, and vaccination roll out by destination/country.

-The free online tool also details air travel regulations, including test and quarantine requirements, as well as destination measures, including general health and safety requirements like the use of face masks, transit through a country, curfew, or regulations related to restaurants and attractions, provided by national tourism organizations.

Government of Canada's official one-stop-shop for comprehensive international travel information.

09/11/2021

09/11/2021

See Cuba travel updates for Chadians: https://news.paxeditions.com/news/tourism-board/cuba-updates-entry-requirements-canadian-passengers/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=pax-2-newsletter-2021-09-08&utm_content=travel-news

The Cuba Tourist Board has posted an update regarding Cuba’s entry requirements for Canadian travellers. According to the guidance, Canadians travelling on direct flights between Canada and Cuba do not need to complete a PCR test before travelling.

09/11/2021

Missing summer?

06/08/2021

This winter, The beach beckons 🌴

05/17/2020

Day dreaming.....

Let's pick a beach… any beach… and plan your sanity check.

03/14/2020

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URGENT MESSAGE: ALL OFFICES ARE CLOSED TO PUBLIC. If you have booked with us click the above link, fill put the form and we will be in contact.

02/02/2020

Pacific Northwest Cruise
from $499 + $337 tax
March 30 or May 3, 2020

https://travelbestbets.com/deals/cel-pacific-coastal-cruise/

Visit San Diego, Monterey, San Francisco, Astoria, Seattle, Victoria, Vancouver

01/26/2020

Scottish Outland Adventure
from $2249 + $689 tax
May 9 or September 5, 2020

https://travelbestbets.com/deals/scottish-outlander-adventure/

Your value-minded vacation in Scotland is an experience of spectacular landscapes, legends, and lore.

01/10/2020

New Zealand Cruise
from $2199 + $898 tax
October 28, 2020

https://travelbestbets.com/deals/rci-serenade-new-zealand/

Ovation of the Seas® opens up exotic shores — plus a world of new experiences onboard. 300-foot-high views from the North Star®. Transformative spaces like Two70®. Roller skating and bumper cars at SeaPlex®. Restaurants like Jamie’s Italian by Jamie Oliver and Wonderland Imaginative Cuisine,...

12/04/2019

Panama Canal Explorer: Ocean to Ocean
from $1699 + $798 tax
February 13, 2020

Package Includes
-Airfare to Miami and return from Los Angeles
-16 night cruise aboard Norwegian Joy
-Round trip transfers from airport to pier and pier to airport

https://travelbestbets.com/deals/ncl-panama-canal-cruise/

Cruising through the Panama Canal, your journey is just as memorable as the destination. Departing from Miami, your first stop takes you to Cartagena's lush residential areas where you'll admire vintage mansions before cruising through the newly-expanded Panama Canal. Finally, you'll kick back in Ca...

11/03/2019

Cancun, Mexico
from $1085 + $460 tax
November 23-December 3, 2019

Package Includes
-Round trip airfare to Cancun
-7 nights adults only 5-star all-inclusive Riu Cancun
-Round trip transfers from airport to hotel and hotel to airport
-Bonus features: Stay at 1, Play at 2

Exchange privileges with Riu Caribe (restrictions apply). Transportation is not included.
https://travelbestbets.com/deals/cun-riu/

Situated along a white sandy beach in the beautiful Corazon resort area, the Riu Cancun offers impeccable getaways in a recently renovated property with modern amenities. Take in stunning tropical views while swimming in the infinity pool or relax on a poolside sun lounger under the comfort of a par...

10/19/2019

Montego Bay, Jamaica
from $675 + $550 tax
November 4, 2019-January 6, 2020

Package Includes
-Round trip airfare to Montego Bay
-7 nights all-inclusive hotel
-Round trip transfers from airport to hotel and hotel to airport

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Jamaica's warm Caribbean waters and mountain peaks offer plenty for the laid-back and adventurous vacationer alike. From hiking, snorkelling, golfing, to sandy beaches and world-class cuisine, an unforgettable island vacation awaits!

10/12/2019

Greek Escape
from $1949 + $647 tax
December 7, 2019 or February 8, 2020

Travel Best Bets Package Includes

Round trip airfare from Vancouver to Athens
-7 night guided vacation First Class coach tour with individual headsets throughout the tour
-7 nights in First Class or Moderate First-Class accommodation below or similar
-10 Meals: 7 breakfast daily; 3 three-course dinners with wine
-Round trip transfers from airport to hotel and hotel to airport

https://travelbestbets.com/deals/greek-escape/

History comes alive on your guided visits to many of Greece's ancient sites. In addition to the Acropolis and Olympia, you'll also visit the ruins in Mycenae, dating from 1,350 to 1,200 BC and described in Homer’s epic poem, “Iliad.” Also see the amazingly well-preserved, 2,300-year-old open-a...

09/07/2019

07/25/2019

In January 2020, Majesty of the Seas® sets sail from New Orleans for adventures to the Caribbean and The Bahamas, with many sailings calling at the ultimate private destination, Perfect Day at CocoCay.

07/11/2019

https://clairenewell.com/canadas-passenger-bill-of-rights/

The federal government of Canada has announced its air passenger protection regulations, which set out what compensation airlines must pay for failing to provide adequate services to passengers. The new regulations will be launched in two phases, with some regulations coming into force on July 15th....

07/06/2019

Greek Isle Cruise - Air, 10 night cruise & transfers - Sept 7 - $1999 + $898 tax

https://travelbestbets.com/deals/rci-greek-isles/

07/06/2019

London, Paris & Amsterdam
from $2799 + $690 tax
September 5 - November 2, 2019

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10-day vacation, we’ve arranged for you to have a Local Host® in each city: London, Paris, and Amsterdam.

06/26/2019

Playa Tambor, Costa Rica
from $1349 + $351 tax
January 8, 2020

Package Includes
*Round trip airfare to San Jose
*1 night San Jose at Barcelo San Jose including breakfast
*6 nights all-inclusive at 4-star Barcelo Tambor
*Ferry transfer from San Jose to Playa Tambor
*Airport transfers

https://travelbestbets.com/deals/playa-tambor-costa-rica/

The Barcelo Tambor hotel in Tambor, Puntarenas, is a beautiful property ideal for eco-tourists and is located directly on Ballena Bay. After an overnight in San Jose, you will take a ferry to Playa Tambor and then transfer to the hotel (approx 4.5 hours)

06/18/2019

Spanish Experience Tour & Mediterranean Cruise
from $3199 + $898 tax
October 10, 2019

Package Includes:
*Airfare to Madrid and return from Barcelona
*1 night pre-tour hotel in Madrid
*8 night Spanish Experience CostSaver coach tour
Highlights: Madrid, Toledo, Puerto Lápice, Seville, Granada,
Guadix, Valencia, Peñiscola, Barcelona
*7 night cruise aboard Brilliance of the Seas
Ports: Barcelona, Nice, Portofino, Florence /Pisa, Rome,
Naples, Barcelona
*9 breakfasts, 4 dinners during tour and all meals onboard cruise
*Transfers included from airport to hotel in Madrid and pier to airport in Barcelona

https://travelbestbets.com/deals/spanish-experience-rci-med-cruise/

The soulful heart of Spain from Madrid to Andalusia is yours to explore, from the tastes of tapas to the ornate Moorish architecture of Granada and Valencia's 19th-century Bullring. See Gaudi's Barcelona and medieval Toledo.