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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’s eSIM gives you free, ad-supported data in 170+ countries. How it held up in my test, and why I keep it on my phone as a backup.

JasonMay 19, 2025 4 min
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3 Best Travel Prepaid Cards in Canada (2026)

The best travel prepaid cards in Canada for 2026: Wealthsimple's Visa Platinum Prepaid, the EQ Bank Card and the Wise card compared on FX fees, ATM fees, interest and loading, plus why KOHO and Neo miss the cut.

JasonJanuary 2, 2025 7 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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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 12, 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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