April 10, 2015 / by altair / Tourists Digest
If you go abroad, you’re probably seeking sights and experiences not found at home. But you may be less open to dramatic differences in health conditions, safety and security, laws and customs, and natural disasters. As a traveller, you have to face the fact that you’re not in Canada anymore! Each year, Foreign Affairs, Trade […]
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Restrictions on things that you can bring to Canada
April 25, 2015 / by altair / Tourists Digest
The importation of certain goods is restricted in Canada. Here are some examples of these goods. Make sure you have the information you require before attempting to import these items into Canada. Cultural property Some antiques or cultural objects considered to have historical significance to their country of origin cannot be brought into Canada without […]
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TRANSAT HOLIDAYS
April 10, 2015 / by altair / Tourists Digest
TRANSAT HOLIDAYS – the Number 1 tour operator in Canada Transat Holidays is at the core of its parent company, Transat A.T., developing and marketing vacation products as well as flights to destinations in the South and Europe. Transat Holidays is the Number 1 tour operator in Canada. It works closely with an extensive network […]
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Royal Caribbean International Cruises
April 10, 2015 / by altair / Cruises & Ships
The Royal Caribbean International is a cruise operator where innovation and imagination reign supreme. Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas present many at-sea “firsts” such as: an open-air Central Park, an AquaTheatre with spectacular high diving performances, the first carousel at sea on the Boardwalk and much more. It is without a […]
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Travel advisories and insurance policies
April 10, 2015 / by altair / Tourists Digest
No matter where in the world you intend to travel, make sure you check the Country Travel Advice and Advisories twice, once when you are planning your trip and again shortly before you leave. If a Travel Advisory is issued for your destination, after you make your travel arrangements but before or during your trip, […]
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What You Should Know About Travel Insurance
April 10, 2015 / by altair / Tourists Digest
If you plan to go abroad, even on a day trip to the United States, you should purchase the best travel insurance you can afford before you leave Canada. Your travel insurance should include health, life and disability coverage that will help you avoid large expenses, such as the cost of hospitalization or medical treatment […]
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The ABC of Tourism – Dual citizenship
April 10, 2015 / by altair / Tourists Digest
You are permitted by Canadian law to have more than one nationality. However, your Canadian citizenship may not be recognized in the country of your second citizenship, where authorities may prevent Canada from providing you with consular assistance. This situation is especially likely if you do not use your Canadian passport to enter the second […]
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Travelling with a same-sex spouse
April 10, 2015 / by altair / Tourists Digest
Although same-sex marriages are legal in Canada, they are not recognized in many countries. Same-sex civil unions are more widely recognized. Attempting to enter another country as a same-sex married couple may result in refusal by local officials. In addition, homosexual activity is a criminal offence in certain countries and could result in a prison […]
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Children travelling abroad
April 10, 2015 / by altair / Tourists Digest
All children need a valid Canadian passport to travel abroad. The practice of adding a child’s name to a parent’s passport is no longer permitted. Make sure you and/or your children also carry supporting identification, such as birth certificates, baptismal certificates, citizenship cards, records of landing or certificates of Indian status. Check with each destination […]
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Travelling abroad – Before you leave Canada
April 10, 2015 / by altair / Tourists Digest
Before you leave Canada, take time to learn about your destination and make sure it is safe to travel there. Some countries experience ongoing wars, insurgencies or sporadic unrest that could impact on your travel plans. Trip cancellation insurance may be null and void if a Travel Warning is already in effect when a trip […]
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Services offered by Canadian consular abroad
April 10, 2015 / by altair / Tourists Digest
If you go abroad, you’re probably seeking sights and experiences not found at home. But you may be less open to dramatic differences in health conditions, safety and security, laws and customs, and natural disasters. As a traveller, you have to face the fact that you’re not in Canada anymore! Each year, Foreign Affairs, Trade […]
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