Sophia David, Travel Consultant

11/11/2024

Attention Canadians in or planning to travel to : The country is currently experiencing a nationwide power outage. Contact your airline to ask if this situation impacts your travel plans. More info: https://ow.ly/8hMo50U39hK

10/25/2024

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10/23/2024

10/12/2024

… and further muddied by daylight standard time of course

09/25/2024

Attention Canadians! If you're traveling to or transiting through the on or after January 8, 2025, you'll need to have an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). You can apply for an ETA as of November 27, 2024. Learn more: https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/United-Kingdom

09/22/2024

Just a note on Travel Medical Insurance:

You know those boring policy books? READ them! Ask questions!

Some companies have added exclusions so if you have any cardiovascular or respiratory issues, you won’t be covered for anything related to those when you travel.

Remember, companies reevaluate risk on a yearly basis and some adjust their coverage as a result

09/22/2024

? If you ever find yourself in an emergency situation while abroad, you can contact our Emergency Watch and Response Centre for assistance. Our consular officers are here to help you 24/7. For more info: https://ow.ly/64ls50TrZQi

09/12/2024

Canadians outside Canada with a return flight on : We recommend you continue to check with your airline and travel agent to find out if your return trip to Canada is scheduled as planned. Discuss your options with them and your insurance company if it is cancelled.

For more information on what help is available at our consular offices outside Canada: https://travel.gc.ca/assistance/emergency-info/consular

09/07/2024

Please note: if you are travelling with 2 computers )including a tablet), you may be required to pay import taxes

Travelling to ? Be sure to check the list of tax-exempt items you can include in your luggage. If you exceed the allowed limits, you will be required to pay an expensive tax and your items may be confiscated. More info: https://ow.ly/hCnb50ThEht