Year: 2015

3 Travel Tips to Always Travel With the Proper Documents

Airlines provide consumers with general information on travel documentation, such as when a valid passport is required. However, they usually do not provide specific information based on the consumer’s individual circumstances. Consumers are generally responsible for finding out what travel documents they need. Use these travel tips to make sure you are never caught traveling with…

Motor Coach Tour Views Of The Rocky Mountains

Travel Tips on a Different Way to Travel & See It all

Have you traveled to amazing destinations by air, sea, and land, but are looking for a different travel experience? Motor coach tours are an excellent and different way to travel. You can select your itinerary in advance, and best of all, you don’t have to do the research or the driving.  In addition, you can…

How do Hotel Star Ratings Work?

Are you looking into booking your spring vacation but want to avoid any possible pitfalls?  One of the biggest misconceptions that occur while booking a vacation is the interpretation of star ratings. It is not uncommon for people to book a 4-star all-inclusive resort and be disappointed once they arrive. Your 4-star resort could possibly…

Oops I Made an Online Booking Error, What Do I Do?

When you purchase travel services, whether in person or online you are subject to the Terms and Conditions of the travel services purchased.  If you review your confirmation details and realize there is an error immediately after making the booking or before the departure date, there is still a chance to correct the error and…

Student March Break Travel Protection Tips

Does your son or daughter want to go on a March Break trip with their friends from school? Are you struggling to make an informed decision to allow them to go? TICO can help, don’t book before you look! Here are a few things you can look into in order to ensure you are making…

Travel Tips: How To Make Your Family March Break Vacation 5 Star

White sand beaches, turquoise blue water and a smile on your family’s face is what everyone is hoping for this March Break. Family vacations can create some of the best memories, so avoid possible pitfalls this March Break by making an informed decision when booking your trip. Be Sure to Manage Your Expectations Many Ontarians…

5 Travel Tips to Avoid Disappointment when Booking Online

Booked the wrong dates, location, time, or airline? We’ve all been there! For your travel protection consider some of these tips when booking and purchasing travel services online. Know What Kind Of Flight You Are Booking There are three common terms used in the travel industry: Direct flight  Non-stop flight Connecting flight Many consumers believe…

Travel Tips to Receive Compensation for Damaged Luggage

Many travelers have stood at the luggage carousal after enjoying a wonderful vacation finding themselves looking at their luggage coming down the carousel severely damaged and partially opened with some of their contents hanging out. Things like this can happen from time to time when you are traveling. If this has happened or happens to you  follow The…

Do I Need Travel Insurance When Travelling Within Canada?

Most Canadians are aware of the importance of purchasing travel protection such as cancellation and medical insurance when travelling outside the country. However many Canadians do not even consider purchasing medical insurance when travelling within Canada. The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) does not sell travel insurance, but we do recommend that travellers consider…