WestJet has been the darling of the travel industry in Canada.  They are friendly, easy to work with, have video screens in the back of each seat, and recently came out with their CARE-antee.   ALSO, they have been paying commissions to Travel Agents, building loyalty and stealing market share from Air Canada as a direct result.  Air Canada, on the other hand, decided to cut out all commissions years ago.

Air Canada seems to have woken up and realized that if they want to stay in business, they need Travel Agents on their side.  They are now paying commission on domestic flights, and hopefully they will expand this initiative as they experiene the positive effects. This means that I can book your Air Canada and WestJet flights at no cost to you.  I can handle research, changes, questions, and more… and it costs you nothing.  Also, as always, I can find great rates on international flights, often saving you hundreds of dollars.

Need a flight!?  Contact me today!

Princess Cruises is offering free upgrades to Balcony cabins on select Winter and Spring 2010 sailings to Asia, Australia and New Zealand, the Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico, the Panama Canal, and South America!  Click Here for more details.

I am also an Accredited Cruise Counsellor and can help you plan your ideal cruise!

Family travel is exploding in popularity.  Here are some tips for keeping it fun for all:

1. Get the kids involved by including them in the trip planning, which can be a big part of the fun of travel.  Consider their wish lists , and when they get older you can even involve them in budget decisions. (more…)

Please enjoy this diverse and inspiring compilation of travel quotes.  I encourage you to put aside some time to read them all.  You’ll see why - there are gems all the way down the list.  I promise that you won’t be disappointed!  You may even find something that speaks to you and even moves you. 

Wise words have a way of touching us when we least expect it:

1. “When you’re curious, you find lots of interesting things to do.” -Walt Disney

2. “Travel and change of place impart new vigor to the mind.” - Seneca

3. “We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure. There is no end to the adventures we can have if only we seek them with our eyes open.” - Jawaharial Nehru

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When I started this blog I wasn’t sure where it would go or what kind of legs it would have.  Now, almost a year later I am writing my 100th post!   That may seem like a lot or a little depending on your perspective, however it is a milestone in any case, and I thought I’d pause from regular scheduled programming to acknowledge it.   

THANKS to the the thousands of visitors that have checked in, and thanks especially for your feedback, your support, and and for sharing links from this page with friends.   If you are new to this site, then feel free to explore - you have some catching up to do!  :)

If you enjoy the content and don’t want to have to remember to stop in, then please sign up for my monthly newsletter in the top right of the page!  Most posts aren’t very long, but I have tried to mix it up so that there is something for everyone.

Thanks again, and feel free to contact me anytime with your comments and your travel questions.

- Kevin