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Frequent flight delays, and how to reduce your risks

McKenzie tells us how common it is to have your flight delays or to be bumped from your plane

— and what you can do to reduce the risks and impacts.

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Posted on Thursday, July 6, 2023

The airline world, post-pandemic, has become a bit more unpredictable. There has been a surge in flight delays and cancellations brought on by various factors - increasing extreme weather events, short-staffing at airlines and airports, and a rapid spike in demand for travel are the three main reasons.

While sometimes one just has to shrug one's shoulders and live with a certain level of chaos and unpredictability; there are some things one can do the mitigate unpleasant surprises at the airport. Here are some:

* Online check-in. Shockingly, at least one-third...

Posted on Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Expedition Cruising

Expedition Cruising is the new wave and The Travel Group is on board!

Silversea Cruises

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Posted on Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Expedition Cruising, 4-part series

Expedition Cruising is the new wave and The Travel Group is on board!

Silversea Cruises

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Posted on Monday, November 14, 2022

Travel Apps

The best Travel Apps to download before your next trip!
In no particular order. All Apps should be updated before departure date for best results.

WhatsApp

Widely used in Europe this easy-to-use champion for group chatting, WhatsApp lets users securely text and call each using Wi-Fi connections instead of using cell phone data. (You can share audio clips, images, and videos as well.) It...

Posted on Thursday, September 15, 2022

OnTheMenu

Let’s be honest… A big motivating factor behind where we choose to travel is food. When someone returns from a vacation, it’s one of the first things that you talk about when sharing your experiences with friends and family. Where and what you ate shapes your memories of a destination and, long after you’ve forgotten about the museum you visited, you’ll remember vividly that first taste of an iconic dish in the country where it originated.

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Posted on Tuesday, June 28, 2022

Congratulations

The Travel Group was awarded Air Canada’s highest distinction award
Platinum Circle Of Excellence placing us in the top 10% in Canada !
Kudos to our team and Thank You to our valued customers !

Posted on Monday, June 27, 2022

Switzerland at 365 degrees

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Posted on Thursday, March 10, 2022

Gstadd e-bike and wellness break

GSTAAD E-BIKE AND WELLNESS BREAK

Take the time you need for yourself, while exploring stunning scenery and unspoiled nature by e-bike. Gstaad represents the best of Swiss hospitality in a resort that is unique in the world for its combination of mountain scenery, charm, and luxury.

Local guides will lead you on gentle e-bike rides, on easy trails, right into the heart of the forests and...

Posted on Thursday, March 10, 2022

Classic Alps by e-bike

SWISS ALPS CLASSIC TRAVERSE BY E-BIKE

This is an incredbile journey from the Engadine region right through to Lake Geneva, via some of the most spectacular valleys and passes of the Swiss Alps.

Your local guide knows not only how to manage the day to ensure everyone’s safety, comfort and enjoyment, but also how to find the most interesting cultural exploration opportunities along the way.

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Posted on Thursday, March 10, 2022

Keeping Points Alive

With the exception of Delta Airlines' Skymiles program, most airline loyalty programs have an points expiry policy. Typically, airline frequent-fly programs will state that all points will expire (and in some cases the account will be deactivated) after 12-, 18-, or 24- months without any "activity."

In the trade, we call this "earning and burning" - ie. collecting points or cashing in points. Either counts as "activity," that will serve to keep your points alive. For those of us more or less stranded at home during the pandemic,...

Posted on Monday, December 20, 2021