The beautiful Port Dover in Norfolk County. Photo credit: Ryan Wright Have you ever been to Norfolk County? If this charming part of Southern Ontario isn’t on your radar, it…
Go Girl’s Budget Guide: Prince Edward Island Edition!
If you’re a literary loving, adventure seeking gal, chances are Prince Edward Island has been on your travel radar since you’ve been about nine years old. This tiniest province of…
The Go Girls Guide to the Grand Canyon – Budget Edition!
After the winter we’ve all slogged through, it feels like warm weather and summer road trips can’t come fast enough. One popular destination? Grand Canyon National Park. This iconic natural…
Bruges on a Budget
Delicate chocolates and lacy Florentines, rows of gingerbread-esque houses, swans silently gliding in canals, and chunky cobblestones as far as the eye can see. If you want your European trip…
Are You Catching Enough Z’s? Reviewing the Zzz Sleep Mask System
I was lucky enough to be sent a free Zzz sleep mask to try out. The premise behind the mask system is a simple, but novel one. Based on the thought that a lolling…
Tasty Treats From The Word On The Street
At a concierge recommended festival in Montreal. How do you make great discoveries without falling into the traps? There’s nothing more exciting than arriving at a new destination. Whether you’re…
Around The World For $350: My Amazing Travel Hack
Imagine flying around the world for free, turning a small amount of frequent flyer points into endless flights, all while paying a pittance in taxes and fees. It sounds too…
5 Handy Hotel Hacks
Essential room supplies – stocking up on local wines 😉 I’ll never forget my first time in a fine hotel. The linens were so soft, like a waterfall of silk,…
Frugal, Flying, and Fabulous
Does First Class feel a long way off? Do you long for the perks of First Class but don’t have room in the budget? Here are some tips to help…
Finagling Females – The Art of the Travel Bargain
Bargaining at the market. Have you ever done it before? Photo courtesy of chinalawandpolicy.com Standing on the side of a dusty road, with lusty, malarial mosquitos nipping at my toes,…
Vegas Beyond the Casinos: 5 Things to do Besides Gamble
Poker with the boys and rowdy bachelor parties? In old Las Vegas, guys’ getaways and gambling ruled supreme but things are rapidly changing and Vegas is increasing in popularity as…
Crafty Camping
Lakeside campground at Bon Echo Provincial Park, Ontario. 10 tips to help you keep your wallet happy as you enjoy the great outdoors on a great budget When people discuss budget…
Fancy a Flight? How to Leave Town for Less
For all the bad press that airports and airlines receive, I’m still the girl who gets butterflies of excitement when I fly. I love the smell of disinfectant, fast food…
The Travelin’ Daughter and the Troubled Dad
Dads, letting your daughter explore the world can be the best gift you can give her. Photo from National Geographic Creative Commons. It’s natural for a father to be concerned…
Hostile About Hostels? 5 Myths About European Budget Travel
Europe on the cheap doesn’t have to be a drag. This photo is of Prague, by our associate editor, Sam Wu. Few destinations hold the timeless appeal of a classic…