I expect that Westjet will follow suit tomorrow, if not immediately, with a similar or matching offer.
Any round-trip flight in Canada, under $400 (including taxes & fees) is a good deal.
Monday, May 26, 2014
15% off flights in Canada for the rest of 2014
If you book before May 29th, you can enjoy discounted rates on Canadian flights from Air Canada. The promo code is TOGETHER. Some blackout dates apply.
I expect that Westjet will follow suit tomorrow, if not immediately, with a similar or matching offer.
Any round-trip flight in Canada, under $400 (including taxes & fees) is a good deal.
I expect that Westjet will follow suit tomorrow, if not immediately, with a similar or matching offer.
Any round-trip flight in Canada, under $400 (including taxes & fees) is a good deal.
Summer Savings on St. Lucia
These bargains sure have my eye! Thanks to Air Canada for opening up my eyes to new tropical destinations. Martinique also looks fabulous! If I get the chance to go, I'll surely report back!
Monday, May 19, 2014
Fun Special From Air Canada
This is what the Internet & social media should be used for.... real time specials. Great job Air Canada!
I'd love to see more of these current event tie ins.
Go Habs Go!
Go Habs Go!
Saturday, May 17, 2014
Fast Five: Tips for planning a family vacation
When planning a vacation for my kids, I make sure to include these 5 things.
1. Something familiar
2. Something from a book or TV or hobby that they can connect to
3. Something to learn
4. Something amazing to remember
5. Something they can share
Something familiar can be as easy as a chain restaurant. There are occasions when a taste of "normal" can be the thing that saves the day.
When we went to Disneyland California, it was like their favourite movie "Cars" came to life. But the connection here can be as easy as showing them a travel guide to Alberta and pointing out the dinosaur museum for them and then taking them there. Let them participate in the research and bring books to life.
Something to learn can be a few minutes in an art gallery or speaking with a tour guide about the museum. Learn something about where you are, don't be a passive guest.
Something amazing, isn't always easy to plan. Sometimes it just spontaneously happens, like running into a movie star at the airport or having Mickey Mouse pull you up on stage to dance. But you CAN plan to put yourself in the right spot for amazing to happen. Get the good seats to the sporting event!
Something to share is the easiest on the list! Make sure you have a few dollars for postcards or a book for your class. We brought back a book from the NASA space centre that tied in beautifully with a class lesson on space.
And take pictures! Lots of candid pictures! My favourite shots are not the ones that are posed at the museum, but the side profile pics of the kids grossly engaged in the subject.
1. Something familiar
2. Something from a book or TV or hobby that they can connect to
3. Something to learn
4. Something amazing to remember
5. Something they can share
Something familiar can be as easy as a chain restaurant. There are occasions when a taste of "normal" can be the thing that saves the day.
When we went to Disneyland California, it was like their favourite movie "Cars" came to life. But the connection here can be as easy as showing them a travel guide to Alberta and pointing out the dinosaur museum for them and then taking them there. Let them participate in the research and bring books to life.
Something to learn can be a few minutes in an art gallery or speaking with a tour guide about the museum. Learn something about where you are, don't be a passive guest.
Something amazing, isn't always easy to plan. Sometimes it just spontaneously happens, like running into a movie star at the airport or having Mickey Mouse pull you up on stage to dance. But you CAN plan to put yourself in the right spot for amazing to happen. Get the good seats to the sporting event!
Something to share is the easiest on the list! Make sure you have a few dollars for postcards or a book for your class. We brought back a book from the NASA space centre that tied in beautifully with a class lesson on space.
And take pictures! Lots of candid pictures! My favourite shots are not the ones that are posed at the museum, but the side profile pics of the kids grossly engaged in the subject.
Need a week in paradise?
Westjetvacations.com has two Hawaiian destinations on sale right now. Hawaii is on nearly everyone's travel bucket list, and with good reason. It's gorgeous! And it has a laid back feel that once you give yourself over to Hawaiian time, you truly feel like you've had a vacation from the typical north american hustle and bustle. It's an amazing feeling. A vacation like no other. Paradise!
To start your Hawaiian getaway research, start here. www.gohawaii.com
These are great prices!
To start your Hawaiian getaway research, start here. www.gohawaii.com
These are great prices!
Saturday, May 10, 2014
Turks N' Caicos on a budget
If you can fly June 7th to 14th, you can nab a bargain with either Westjet or Air Canada. Both have this destination on sale.
It is not an all-inclusive destination, but it is surely one of the most gorgeous beaches in the world. It is constantly on the Top 10 lists of the popular travel magazines. I went to the Turks N' Caicos in 2012 and would highly recommend it. It is a very "Canadian" destination in that you will be recognize many Canadian banks and brands there.
The people of Turks N' Caicos are very welcoming and will make you feel at ease.
It is typically a very expensive destination, but every now and again, you can grab a bargain like this.
www.tripcentral.ca or www.westjetvacations.com
It is not an all-inclusive destination, but it is surely one of the most gorgeous beaches in the world. It is constantly on the Top 10 lists of the popular travel magazines. I went to the Turks N' Caicos in 2012 and would highly recommend it. It is a very "Canadian" destination in that you will be recognize many Canadian banks and brands there.
The people of Turks N' Caicos are very welcoming and will make you feel at ease.
It is typically a very expensive destination, but every now and again, you can grab a bargain like this.
www.tripcentral.ca or www.westjetvacations.com
1425 Air Miles to Edmonton
If you are looking to fly within Canada, between now and June 7th, Air Miles is offering numerous discounted flights on Air Canada.
You are looking at a 25% reduction in miles for most Canadian destinations, from YWG. For example, YWG to YEG (Edmonton) is being offered at 1425 Air Miles plus taxes of $177,
Air Canada flights to the following cities are also on sale. For regular Air Miles collectors, you can save 15% the miles. For gold collectors, it is a 25% savings.
You are looking at a 25% reduction in miles for most Canadian destinations, from YWG. For example, YWG to YEG (Edmonton) is being offered at 1425 Air Miles plus taxes of $177,
Air Canada flights to the following cities are also on sale. For regular Air Miles collectors, you can save 15% the miles. For gold collectors, it is a 25% savings.
Air Miles & Countryfest
Air Miles Canada is offering packages to various music festivals in Canada this summer, including sold-out Countyfest in Dauphin! If you have 1250 Air Miles in your account, you may redeem for a 1-Day pass to the event. The web site www.airmiles.ca is currently offering your choice of Friday, Saturday & Sunday passes.
If you are a gold Air Miles collector, you can get an amazing VIP package for 4125. Your package includes:
If you are a gold Air Miles collector, you can get an amazing VIP package for 4125. Your package includes:
Saturday, May 3, 2014
Fast 5 Travel Tips: Why a short vacation is better than no vacation
A short vacation (2-4 days) is better than NO vacation because:
1) You really won't miss much at work. Work will wait for you. Your "world" will survive a couple days. It's no different than a brief sudden illness when you have to miss a day or two.
2) A change of scenery and routine is very refreshing. You will feel recharged.
3) You will have a chance to reconnect with family or friends, or whomever you choose to travel with. If you go shopping with your best friend, or surfing with your spouse you'll make some shared memories.
4) Exploring your own state or province will renew your sense of pride and belonging. A short stay-cation can be very relaxing.
5) A short vacation can be tailored to fit any budget
1) You really won't miss much at work. Work will wait for you. Your "world" will survive a couple days. It's no different than a brief sudden illness when you have to miss a day or two.
2) A change of scenery and routine is very refreshing. You will feel recharged.
3) You will have a chance to reconnect with family or friends, or whomever you choose to travel with. If you go shopping with your best friend, or surfing with your spouse you'll make some shared memories.
4) Exploring your own state or province will renew your sense of pride and belonging. A short stay-cation can be very relaxing.
5) A short vacation can be tailored to fit any budget
Friday, May 2, 2014
2 Weeks in Florida for $1000! Seriously.
What a great bargain if you can go this time of year!
Westjet is offering a variety of packages ranging from 5 days, to 14. Some are Disney, some are just off site. This particular bargain sure caught my eye.
Both of these packages, as pictured, include roundtrip Westjet flights, from Winnipeg, plus hotel accommodations and all taxes.
See why it's a bargain?
Both hotels are rated well on Trip Advisor and are convenient to many attractions. The Holiday Inn is a deluxe hotel, while the Carib Cove is more of a resort area and is closer to golfing.
The Holiday Inn has some great Kids' Suites that include a queen sized bed for Mom and Dad, and bunk beds for the kids. Doesn't this room look great? If you choose the package on May 21st, you can purchase the package with the Kids' suite for 14 nights at $799 plus taxes.
Bargains found at redtag.ca or can be purchased through westjetvacations.com
Westjet is offering a variety of packages ranging from 5 days, to 14. Some are Disney, some are just off site. This particular bargain sure caught my eye.
See why it's a bargain?
Both hotels are rated well on Trip Advisor and are convenient to many attractions. The Holiday Inn is a deluxe hotel, while the Carib Cove is more of a resort area and is closer to golfing.
The Holiday Inn has some great Kids' Suites that include a queen sized bed for Mom and Dad, and bunk beds for the kids. Doesn't this room look great? If you choose the package on May 21st, you can purchase the package with the Kids' suite for 14 nights at $799 plus taxes.
Bargains found at redtag.ca or can be purchased through westjetvacations.com
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