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Make The Canadian Dollar Go Further When Traveling

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Currently, the America dollar is much higher than the Canadian dollar, and a lot of destinations are offering Canadians prices at par, meaning one Canadian dollar equals one American dollar. Of course, there are several ways you can make the Canadian dollar go further when traveling.

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Accommodations

There are several ways to save money on hotels. Find a few hotels in the area you are looking at traveling to and call the hotel’s direct line. It’s a repeated tip on Tourist Meets Traveler because it is a solid way to save money and ensure you get a room that isn’t located by the dumpster that will come with a 4 am courtesy wakeup call from the garbage truck. When speaking to the staff, make sure you didn’t call into the generic help line and you are actually speaking with someone who wields the power to make you offers. Inquire about discounts or promotions and see if there are any incentives for your Canadian dollar.

Another way to save money on accommodations is to skip fancy hotels and corporate ran digs for a home rental or swap. Airbnb is great example that will allow to enjoy more space, a more focused experience, and save tons of money.

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Food

If you stayed at a hotel or home with a kitchen, you are in luck. A great way to save money and eat well, is to cook. You can still get a great and even unique experience by shopping local markets and making meals at your accommodations. You’ll get to experience the food culture and save money. Go to a local market – not a supermarket chain – and ask the vendors to help you pick out foods and don’t be afraid to inquire about how to cook them.

If you want to go out to one of those fancy, expensive restaurants, go. Just hit the lunch instead of dinner and you’ll instantly save more money. Plates and prices increase from the lunch service to dinner.

Location

Different areas of the world offer different price breaks for Canadian travelers. Asia is a great option that is packed with nightlife and street food you can’t find anywhere else. Don’t rule out Eastern Europe by skipping expensive London for Budapest, Croatia, or Prague. Definitely scout out Bulgaria for some amazing history and affordable vacations. Greece, Lisbon, and Berlin are other equally beautiful and affordable options.