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Plan a Safe Family Getaway with CAA Travel Insurance

You and your family are enjoying a nice beach vacation. Your son catches a high fever and needs to be hospitalized for one day until he’s stabilized. After your hospital stay, your ...

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5 Bucket List Road Trips in Canada to Try Before Summer Is Over

With warm summery weather still shining down upon us it’s not to late to pack up the car with your friends or family, grab a picnic basket full of goodies, your camera, GPS, and of ...

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A Guide to New Years Eve in Ontario

It’s almost time to say goodbye to 2017 and ring in a brand new year! Ontario is packed full of exciting ways to celebrate the start of 2018 whether you want to attend a family fri ...

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Celebrate Our Coolest Season at These Local Winter Festivals

What better way to embrace all that the Great White North has to offer this winter than with a frosty festival in Ontario? Winter festivals make a great road trip adventure for th ...

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Ontario Rejuvenation Destinations

The new year is the perfect time to commit to healthy new habits and resolutions that will positively affect your life throughout 2018 and beyond. Whether you goal is to get in sha ...

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Top 5 Thanksgiving Long Weekend Road Trips to Take in Southern Ontario

Autumn is beautiful in Ontario. The days are still pleasant and warm. The evenings are cool and romantic and can be enjoyed in just your favourite sweater or a light coat. October ...

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Romantic Ontario Staycations

You don’t need to leave Ontario for a romantic weekend away with your significant other. Small town Ontario is the perfect staycation destination with romantic cottages and luxurio ...

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Ten Fun Things to Do Solo Over the Holidays

If you are solo over the holidays there are enough enjoyable activities in Ontario to keep you busy every single day. Whether you take a short road trip outside the city to rejuven ...

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The Five Best ATV Trails in Ontario

There are plenty of thrilling options for all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trail riding in Ontario. Whether you have your own ATV and are an experienced rider or want to rent one for the ...

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Unique Winter Getaways in Ontario

Winter wonderland escapes can be lots of fun, especially when driving to a unique destination. Ontario is packed full of resorts and activities to enjoy with family and friends thi ...

Happy couple sitting on Alaskan mountain side in winter.

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Helping you follow through on New Year’s resolutions.

Did you make a list of New Year’s resolutions? CAA can help you save (and stay motivated) so you meet your 2020 goals.

Savings

Savvy CAA Members Book Their Winter Escapes Early

Find out what many CAA Members have known for years – it pays to book your all-inclusive vacation nice and early. The benefits are big savings, the best selection and more av ...

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Ways to Maximize Your CAA Membership

At CAA, we believe in making bad days good. And good days better. And that’s what we do for our Members every day. As a CAA member our services go beyond Roadside Assistance. ...

Travel

3 Ways That Canadas ePassport is the Most Secure Ever

Thinking of travelling soon? Better make sure that passport is valid! A Canadian passport is required to travel outside of Canada to any country. Luckily, the new Canadian ePasspor ...

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5 Tips for Planning the Perfect European Vacation

Today’s guest post comes to us from Globetrotting Mama. An avid traveller, Heather Greenwood Davis says Europe has plenty to offer kids at any age. Check out her great tips a ...

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Another Universal First

Universal Orlando has entertained you in so many ways and now they will do it again with their new water theme park – Universal’s Volcano Bay – now open. So pack your b ...

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Autumn in New York How to Experience the Essential NYC in Just a Few Days

If you only have a few days to spend in New York City, you might not be able to see everything the Big Apple has to offer, but you can definitely get into a New York State of mind ...

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Book an Appointment with an Instore Travel Consultant Using CAAs Online Tool

You’ve cleared your schedule and booked the time off, but that’s as close as you’ve come to planning your next vacation. Figuring out the details of a trip can be daunting, and who ...

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CAA Member Deals on France Italy and Scandinavia

Insight Vacations has been creating magical moments for travellers for almost 40 years. Guests are taken on memorable journeys that are personal, stylish and seamless. Each journey ...

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Cayman Islands Wishing You Were Here

If you were here in the Cayman Islands and wanted to sound like a local, you would say Hail up! It’s the equivalent of saying ‘Hi’ or ‘Hello’, only it’s in Jamaican patois, the ot ...

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Come Cruise With Me Come Cruise With Me

Sue Waywell, Chair of the CAA Board of Directors will be our esteemed guest on the 2017 CAA Member Platinum Cruise. Join Sue and the other fabulous CAA Members for another fantasti ...

Beautiful mountain landscape in the Bavarian Alps, Germany.

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Cool worldwide winter hot spots.

For those looking for beautiful landscapes, natural wonders, and unique experiences, all signs point north. Check out these cool spots.

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Cruising with CAAs Cindy Hillaby Part 3

In Part 3 of the “Cruising with CAA’s Cindy Hillaby” series, Cindy talks bicycles, food and her cruise ship. Catch up on the rest of the series here! What a fabulous visit to Amst ...

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Cruising with CAAs Cindy Hillaby Part 4

In Part 4 of the “Cruising with CAA’s Cindy Hillaby” series, Cindy talks bicycles, food and her cruise ship. Catch up on the rest of the series here! We started our Monday leaving ...

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Cruisin On Up the Rhne

I’ve always loved France; I don’t know why, but I have always felt a great comfort and connection in every part of the country I’ve visited – maybe somewhere in my heritage there i ...

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Cycling Across Canada Ending The Journey In British Columbia

Mark Weinstein has finally arrived in British Columbia, finishing an unforgettable journey cycling across Canada. He used the free CAA Ontario Bike Assist app, where you can get ac ...

Rear view of woman seated on white suspended bed, as she looks out over sun-drenched jungle.

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Dreaming of the most colourful destinations in the world?

We may not be able to travel right now, but we can still dream in full colour! Come explore the vibrant colours of Ayers Rock, Provence, Holland, Ireland, Maui and more.

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Eight Moneysaving Travel Hacks for Your Next Vacation

Most of us save up for months in order to pay for our vacations. We’re happy to do it, because travelling allows us to experience new destinations and cultures first hand and ...

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Escape to Europe for Your Next Vacation

This year, Trafalgar will mark 71 years of carefully-crafted trips, all designed to enable their guests to live the good life. Throughout those seven decades, they’ve connected the ...

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Everything You Need to Know about Beautiful Cuba

Hello from the land of classic cars, rum, beaches and of course cigars. You may have guessed that I’m in Cuba and if you did, you are correct. It’s day 4 and I’m ...

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Extraordinary is How Youll Describe Our Vacations

There are journeys that are unmatched, destinations that are unrivalled and places that leave their mark in an indelible way. These are some of the memorable elements that have bee ...

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Five Fun Facts About Barbados You Probably Didnt Know About

When you think about going on a trip to the Caribbean, the first destinations that come to everyone’s mind are Jamaica, Dominican Republic and Cuba. But what about Barbados? Nestle ...

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Five Mustdo Activities in Cabo San Lucas

Cabo San Lucas, commonly called Cabo, is located at the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula in sunny Mexico. Magic happens where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean ...

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Four culinary cruises perfect for foodie travellers.

Savour new flavours on your next culinary adventure. Here are four cruise lines offering gourmet travel experiences for all our foodies.

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Get Paid to Travel Ten Jobs That Let You Work and See the World at the Same Time

Some people just love to travel. Two or three weeks of vacation every year isn’t enough exploring to satisfy their restless spirit. If you’re one of those people who do ...

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Get The Most Out Of Your Cruise with Excursions

For first time cruisers, sometimes just the thrill of being on a big ship with all its amenities and the open sea is often enough to make their vacation feel like a total success. ...

Hiker enjoy the view at landscape on mountain peak

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Going solo: five great spots for travelling alone (part 1).

Sometimes, you just need to wander. You've caught the travel bug and the only remedy is to hit the road and explore a new destination. The trouble is that you don't always have som ...

young woman backpacker hiking at seaside mountain cliff

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Going solo: five great spots for travelling alone (part 2).

As a travel writer, I've spent long periods of time travelling on my own. One of the challenges can be loneliness. If you don’t have a real dialogue with someone for days at a time ...

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Good Morning Vietnam Lets Take a Cruise

Cambodia and Vietnam are destinations that are not typically on everyone’s list, but they should be. I recently discovered how amazing this region is and travelling with AMAWaterwa ...

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Heres What Travelling to Myanmar Is All About

Today’s post comes to us from Dorothy and Fred Moss, two travel-loving CAA Members. We’d like to extend a big thanks to the Moss’ for taking the time to submit th ...

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History OldWorld Charm Await You In Romantic Italy

We’ve all dreamed of it at some point. The rolling Tuscan hills, the gorgeous Roman architecture – there’s simply nothing like the beauty of Italy. One of the best ways to experien ...

A cannon firing at historic Fortress Louisbourg in Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia.

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How to pack a little history into your Canadian vacation.

Discover Canada’s top historical sites while exploring natural wonders, bustling cities and pastoral countrysides, and learn fascinating bits of history.

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Iceland an Extraordinary Exploration

If you have not ventured to Iceland yet, then it’s time you put it on your ‘To see’ list. Sherry Brown, from the CAA Travel team was recently there on an Extraordinary Explorations ...

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If Its Not On Your Bucket List It Should Be

The day had finally arrived – we were about to depart on a 7 day cruise to Alaska. I don’t know who was more excited – my husband or me. Someone who certainly wasn’t was Rocky, ou ...

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Jamaica: Something for everyone.

Jamaica is surrounded by white sandy beaches, secret coves, magnificent mountains and natural wonders. Explore these endless beaches and more.

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Jamaica Wishing You Were Here

Growing up listening to Bob Marley brought me closer to Jamaica, however, up until now, I had never visited. While reggae music is part of the culture, there is so much more that m ...

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Let the Carnival Begin Trinidad and Tobago

Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago has a way of heightening your senses and satisfying your hunger for fun! Every year, thousands of tourists flock to this Caribbean paradise to parta ...

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March Break Hot Spots For Families

March Break in Ontario is right around the corner (March 12-16) and while there is plenty to do in this diverse province to keep kids busy all week, sometimes it’s nice to travel a ...

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Members Save on New CAA Member Choice Vacations

CAA Member Choice Vacations – a leader in guided travel – offers tours to all seven continents. On these vacations, you’ll be treated like a VIP from start to finish and enjoy ext ...

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Mexico Wishing You Were Here

Hello from Mexico. I truly wish you were here as there is so much I would like to share with you. I have toured extensively and have had the pleasure of viewing some amazing sites ...

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North to Alaska A Cruise To Remember

Join Patricia Marques as she begins her unforgettable trip to Alaska aboard the Regatta of Oceania Cruises. If you’re thinking of a cruise for yourself and your family, there’s nev ...

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North to Alaska Ketchikan

Join Patricia Marques as she continues to describe her unforgettable trip to Alaska aboard the Regatta of Oceania Cruises. If you’re thinking of a cruise for yourself and your fami ...

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North to Alaska Sitka

Join Patricia Marques as she continues to describe her unforgettable trip to Alaska aboard the Regatta of Oceania Cruises. If you’re thinking of a cruise for yourself and your fami ...

Elevated view of sunrise over rocky shoreline of Bruce Peninsula National Park.

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Out-of-the-ordinary ways to discover Ontario.

Explore a different side of Ontario. Canoe into the wilderness; learn about arts, culture, nature and history; immerse yourself in Indigenous culture...our ideas help you plan.

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Panama Wishing You Were Here

My fingers are itching to write this blog as I have so much I want to share with you. My time here in Panama has been brilliant. I have literally been rushed off my feet (my own do ...

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Remote Caribbean island destinations that you've probably never heard of.

Everyone knows there are beautiful beaches and all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, The Dominican Republic and Cuba. But how about coming back from your next trip with a more unique st ...

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See How Far Your 500 Travel Budget Will Take You

Wondering how far your travel budget can take you? It depends on what your tastes are. Some destinations – even within the same region – can be much more expensive than others. So, ...

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See the Trip That Left One Husband Speechless on his Birthday

Today’s trip review comes from Lucienne Pouliot Snellings. Lucienne wanted to do something special for her husband Don’s 70th birthday, so she met with a CAA Travel Con ...

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Set Sail Knowing This is the Beginning of Many Adventures

If you live by the ocean anywhere in the world, then you probably would have seen the magnificent cruise liners docked at the local port. Hard to miss as they stand tall as a skysc ...

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Seven Not To Miss Myrtle Beach Attractions

If you are in denial that summer is practically over don’t fret, the sun is still shining brightly in Myrtle Beach and will continue to do so because they get an average of 215 sun ...

Two cyclists on the Via Claudia Augusta cycle path in South Tyrol, Italy.

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Stay active and set sail for adventure with these exciting cruises.

Capture the sights and sounds of the places you visit. Satisfy the adventurer in you and set your course for an unforgettable experience on one of these cruises.

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Ten Breathtaking Photos of the Bahamas You Have to See

Clear skies. White sand beaches. Crystal blue waters. And palm trees blowing in the wind. These are the beautiful sights we all love to see while on vacation in the Caribbean. Have ...

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The 10 Greatest Train Rides in the World

There is something romantic about travelling by train. Journeying along those steel rails across high bridges, around snow capped mountain peaks, and through deep tunnels can be a ...

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The Best Destinations in the World for Island Hopping

Why visit one spot when you can see many different landscapes and cultures in a single trip? The team over at Travel + Leisure magazine recently made headlines by naming Palawan Is ...

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The Five Hottest Travel Destinations for 2018

Are you planning where you’d like to travel this year? Here is our look ahead at some of the destinations that should make your shortlist of places to see. When the eyes of t ...

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The Grass is Greener on the Other Side

This offer has now expired. Norway, Denmark and Sweden, it may be the land of the Vikings, but it’s certainly the land of plenty. From the sprawling beauty and rich history, ...

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The Inside Scoop on a Royal Caribbean Cruise

Flipping through the CAA Vacations brochure looking for travel ideas, I had seen the CAA Member-exclusive benefits offered on many interesting cruise and tour itineraries. But it w ...

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The Most Spectacular Train Trip in the World

As I arrived at the station I was greeted by the friendly staff of the Rocky mountaineer. After some initial greetings I helped myself to a beverage and quickly got to know my fel ...

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The Natural Beauty of the Bahamas

It should come as no surprise that the Bahamas encompass the most beautiful islands in the world – all 700 of them actually. That’s right, there are 700 glorious islands and over 2 ...

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Theres Never Been A Better Time To Book A Beach Vacation

Whether your ideal getaway is relaxing on the beach with a book or playing a few games of tennis at that exclusive club, and whether you crave fine dining or a plentiful-but-casual ...

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The Rocky Mountaineer Offers an Incredible Version of Western Canada

Today’s post comes to us from Evelyn Hannon, CEO of Journeywoman, the largest online travel resource for women. Her free tip newsletter currently circulates to over 70,000 wo ...

Woman lounging in a pool overlooking Otemanu Mountain in Bora Bora

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The ultimate bucket list – 10 must visit places in the world.

Our world has an abundance of destinations that are full of beauty and wonder, breathtaking landscapes, and historic mysteries. There are more amazing places to see around the glob ...

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This winter take a long getaway to Portugal.

A lot of people have no idea that Portugal’s southern region is blessed with a sunny Mediterranean climate all year round. Even in winter, full days of rain are rare, with tempera ...

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Three Beachfront Resorts to Visit In Riviera Maya

There’s something about the spectacular sandy beaches in the Riviera Maya, Mexico that keep people flocking back year after year. Whether you choose to walk along the shore in the ...

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Top 5 Family Allinclusive Resorts

March break is about a month away. Have you planned a getaway for you and the family? If not, no worries it’s not too late. At CAA, we have the inside scoop on amazing vacation pac ...

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Top 5 Reasons Why Iceland is the Coolest Vacation Hot Spot

When people think of a trip to Europe, the first places that come to mind are The Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy or the timeless ruins in Greece or Buckingham Palace in England. Bu ...

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Top 8 Most Unique Hotels

Travelling the world is something we all dream of doing one day. Some of us are lucky enough to visit a few countries and stay at some awesome hotels. We aren’t just thinking ...

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Top Places to Snorkel in the Caribbean

The Caribbean is a wonderful place to snorkel. The warm waters surrounding the islands are packed with colourful and lively marine life and impressive coral reefs – it’s a world ju ...

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Top travel trends to watch for in 2020.

Thinking about globetrotting in the New Year? We’ve put together a list to help you discover the next big thing in travel for 2020.

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Travel Trends to Watch in 2018

What will travel look like in the very near future? We’ve taken a look at the emerging trends in how more of us are planning our destinations and where we’re most likel ...

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Where to Stay in the Dominican Republic Puerto Plata or Punta Cana

The Dominican Republic, the second largest Caribbean country, is known for it’s rich culture, unique golfing, stunning resorts, and dazzling natural beauty including lush tropics a ...

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Where Will Your Next Adventure Take You

This offer has now expired. Insight Vacations has a wonderful 10-day package that ticks off all the boxes and we are sure that you’ll be thrilled with what they have to offer you. ...