A trip to Walt Disney World in Florida (or Disneyland in California) is getting more expensive all the time. With the recent announcement of Genie, Genie+ and Lightning Lane, budget considerations have really taken centre stage. Even some Disney diehards are now saying they’ve finally been priced out. In this post I’ll share a few ideas on how to choose a Canadian points strategy to keep a Disney trip within reach without sacrificing too much on the experience. [Read more…]
Matching Rewards Credit Cards to Travel Plans (6 Examples for Canadian Points and Miles Collectors)
If you’re thinking about applying for a new travel rewards credit card, it’s wise to choose one that suits your particular travel plans. At the moment, there are a wide variety of better than usual sign-up offers so it can be a challenge to narrow it down and make a decision. In this post are a few examples of cards and trips that might go well together. [Read more…]
Should You Apply for the Scotiabank Gold Amex? (New Bonus Offer Until August 31, 2021)
If you are looking for a fairly straightforward travel rewards credit card, I’d say the Scotiabank Gold Amex is a good bet. An improved sign-up offer has recently been released and travel prospects are looking better every day. Although this blog is not a credit card review site, I have personal experience with this card so I’ll just share my perspective as a budget traveller and points enthusiast. [Read more…]