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14 articlesBy Jason LeeUpdated May 19, 2025
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Firsty eSim: Too Good to Be True or the Real Deal for Travelers?

Firsty offers free global data in 160+ countries via eSIM—here’s what you need to know about Firsty Free, Comfort+, and First Class plans before your next trip.

JasonMay 19, 2025 4 min
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3 Best Travel Prepaid Cards in Canada (2025)

In this post, we’ll explore the top three best travel prepaid cards available in Canada: the Wealthsimple Mastercard, EQ Bank Mastercard, and Wise Visa Card. Discover which card offers the best exchange rates, lowest fees, and most convenient features for your travel needs.

JasonJanuary 2, 2025 6 min
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Aeroplan 101: Debunking Myths and Maximizing Your Points

You’ve spent months, maybe even years, diligently collecting Aeroplan Points, and the moment has finally arrived to redeem them. But where do you start? The Aeroplan loyalty program can seem confusing, especially for beginners. If you’ve ever wondered how to get the most value from your points or wo

JasonAugust 19, 2024 6 min
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The Ultimate Zakynthos Travel Guide

During my trip to Greece in 2022, I had the absolute pleasure of exploring one of the the most beautiful Islands, Zakynthos. While most tourists flock to Santorini or Mykonos, Zakynthos caught my attention thanks to the Korean drama “Descendants of the Sun.” (Who knew binge-watching could lead to su

JasonJune 2, 2024 10 min
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How to Score Hotel Room Upgrades Every Time (Free Template Included)

Click here to jump to the templates “Hey Jason, how are you staying in a hotel suite room so often?” This is the question I get asked the most from my friends. “what do you mean? just book the suite and pay up?” I joke. But truth be told, I couldn’t possibly afford all those […]

JasonMay 13, 2024 5 min
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How to ACTUALLY Claim Flight Delay Insurance from your Credit Card

I have previously written a post about how to claim compensation from the airline in the case of flight delays. However, this might not work like a charm if you are: In these situations, having a credit card with travel insurance can be a lifesaver. In this post, we’ll delve into the process of clai

JasonApril 23, 2024 5 min
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5 Best Travel Credit Cards Canada (2024 Revealed)

Looking for the best credit card to subsidize your upcoming travel costs? You’re in the right place. Because I’m about to reveal not just one… but 5 of the best credit cards that can help you travel more for less. I’m also going to go over the main pros and cons of each credit card, helping you find

JasonApril 15, 2024 11 min
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