CANADA
My home country!
All About Hôtel de Glace: The Luxury Ice Hotel in Québec
The first question everyone asks about the ice hotel is, “Were you freezing cold all night?” I wondered the same...
Full List of Countries That Offer a Working Holiday Visa Under 35
Think you missed your window to live and work abroad? Not all hope is lost! Several countries offer a Working...
Why You Need to Avoid Flair Airlines at All Costs
Flair Airlines is the worst air carrier I’ve *never* flown with. After my absolutely horrible experience, I did some research...
The Great Canadian Road Trip: Epic Landmarks to Visit
From the Rocky Mountains of the West to the iron red beaches along the Atlantic Ocean on the East, there’s...
Best Things to Do in Elora, Ontario (My Cute Hometown)
When I used to tell other Canadians where I’m from, they’d say, “huh?” but I’ve seen a huge shift over...
These Are the Most Beautiful Road Trips Around the World
Who doesn’t love a good road trip? It’s the freedom to go at your own pace, cruise past incredible landscapes,...
That Time Air Canada F*%ked Up
You’ve likely read about, heard, or experienced some recent horror stories about airlines worldwide dropping the ball. Cancelled flights, lost...
Getting a Police Check from Canada for Your New Zealand Visa
This process was a major headache for me, especially because I didn’t even know I needed one until I’d already...
Get an eSIM for Canada
eSIMs have completely changed the way I travel, and make everything so much easier! Get one before you arrive in Canada so you can switch it on and get internet access. Maps, messaging, hotel details, your emails, Google, the whole deal.
I use Holafly’s monthly subscription for unlimited data and global eSIM access. More budget friendly options include Saily and Jetpac. And if you want to support a local Canadian business, check out aloSIM — they even offer a virtual phone number with your data.
I’ve done a deep dive into several eSIM options for comparison.
Book activities in advance
Some hotspots in Canada — like Niagara Falls, Lake Louise, and Banff — get really busy and hot activities book out quickly. If you’re visiting in the high season (summer or peak winter in some cases), get to bookin’ early!