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Travel Insurance Over 65 – Five Common Travel Mistakes

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The number one question I see on Facebook Groups is about travel health insurance for seniors.  It is also the most complex question to answer, as it depends on numerous factors. You know the drill. You’re booking a flight, picturing cobblestone cafés or turquoise coastlines — and then comes that question: “Would you like to add travel insurance?” Cue panic. Or worse: clicking “yes” without knowing what you’re buying, only to discover later that your gallbladder isn’t covered unless you sacrificed a goat on the third Wednesday of Lent. ❌ The 5 Most Common Travel Insurance Mistakes I’ve Seen People…

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What Is Travel Insurance and Why Do You Need It?

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Don’t take any chances on vacationing without travel insurance, no matter the cost. Not everything always goes as planned when you travel. No matter how carefully you plan your trip, something unexpected might arise. You might have to cancel your trip for several reasons or run into some unexpected expenses during your trip. It is always best to have an emergency fund for unplanned situations. Travel insurance might benefit you as well. Travel insurance is a type of short-term insurance policy. All you have to do is plan your vacation and purchase a policy covering many scenarios that could come…

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Getting Global Health & Medical Insurance

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Travelling to a foreign country can be an enriching experience, but it can also have some challenges if you are not eligible for medical insurance. One of the primary challenges world travellers face is getting global medical insurance. As you get older, this becomes more and more challenging. While many foreign countries have excellent healthcare programs for citizens, you will find that you don’t qualify. When you hit 70, getting health and travel insurance can be complex. Getting decent travel insurance for 45 days isn’t as easy as it used to be, and undoubtedly expensive once you’re looking at over…

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✈️ Confused About Europe Travel Rules for 2026?

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I finally reached the point where I couldn’t remember whether the confusion was mine or Europe’s. Was it six months’ validity from the date of entry or the date of exit? Did one country care about blank pages while another cared about onward travel? And why did every answer I found come with a caveat, a footnote, or a cheerful “check with your local embassy,” which is the bureaucratic equivalent of shrugging. After the third evening of reopening the same tabs, France, Switzerland, the UK, then back again, I stopped trying to memorize the rules and did something more honest….

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The Quiet Case for Rolling Up Your Sleeve

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I’ve never thought of myself as particularly obedient, especially when it comes to health advice delivered in bullet points and cheerful fonts. But when it comes to vaccines, I don’t hesitate. I get every single one I can. Flu. Shingles. Covid. RSV. If there’s a sleeve to roll up, mine is already halfway there. Part of that is practical. I travel not aspirationally, not someday, but actually. Airports, trains, long days on my feet, recycled air, unfamiliar bugs. Travel exposes you to the world in all its beauty and all its bacteria, and I’m not interested in sacrificing weeks or…

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Getting What You Want and Deserve

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(Also Known As: How I Finally Found My Voice at the Front Desk) There comes a point in life when you realize getting what you want isn’t about accumulation anymore — it’s about alignment. As a senior traveller, I don’t chase “more” the way I once did. I chase meaning. A comfortable bed over a five-star label. A quiet café where I can linger over a cappuccino instead of the must-see list that leaves no time to breathe. I’ve learned that wanting less often brings me more of what I truly crave — connection, curiosity, and a sense of belonging…

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Why I Love Smartphone Apps for Travel

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AI may be all the rage these days, but I still love all the apps available for smartphones. Smartphone apps have revolutionized my travel experiences by providing convenience, efficiency, and enriching features. Below is a comprehensive chart that showcases the various categories of travel apps and their specific benefits, organized into logical topics. I recently wrote about credit cards and tracking – Elite Tracking Tools for Canadian Travellers – but I thought I would take a moment to summarize some of the other apps I love. Navigation and Transportation Travelling through unfamiliar cities has never been easier, thanks to the array of navigation…

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How to Rack Up Credit Card & Hotel Points Like a Pro

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There’s no shortage of advice out there about collecting points. But let’s be honest: most of it feels like reading the fine print of a rental car contract. What you want is the playbook—what to pick, what to avoid, and where to squeeze the best value out of your everyday swipes. Whether you’re Canadian or American, this is about turning spending into boarding passes and hotel keys. As a Canadian resident, I often get frustrated seeing all those fabulous U.S. credit card deals that I simply can’t take advantage of. On the other hand, reading daily newsletters can feel overwhelming….

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Chronic Health Management While Traveling

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Travelling with a chronic health condition requires thorough preparation and vigilant management, but it doesn’t have to limit your ability to enjoy your trip. By consulting with your healthcare provider, organizing your medications and supplies, maintaining your routine, and being prepared for emergencies, you can effectively manage your condition and have a safe and fulfilling travel experience. With the proper precautions, travelling with a health condition can still be a wonderful experience. I am fortunate that I do not have any chronic issues, but I do have a few health issues like arthritis that need consideration. Here are some suggestions that I…

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It’s not OK to pretend to be Canadian!

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When I travelled in Europe in the 1970s, a few young Americans put Canadian symbols on their backpacks. I suppose it was flattering, but I didn’t like it. Not that I would get my knickers in a knot about it. But it wasn’t OK, and it’s not OK now. I appreciate that some travellers don’t live in the States anymore. You may even be ashamed and embarrassed by the current administration. However, that doesn’t make appropriating another person’s nationality, whether Canadian or otherwise, acceptable. We can spot you a mile away. We may not have called you out about it…

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