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New Discounts in Western Canada

Posted by Backpacker Buzz on April 12th, 2010 to

We're always looking for new ways to get our members a good deal. Here are just a few new discounts on offer in Vancouver and Edmonton. Read more »

RTW: The Logistics

Posted by Heather on October 28th, 2009 to

A year and a half ago, I decided that I needed to go travel, and I needed to go for a long time. I spent eight-and-a-half months on the road and have been back in Canada for a few weeks. After the obligatory questions of "How was your trip?" and "What was your favourite place?" a lot of people want to know just how I pulled a stunt like this off.

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RTW: Big City Confessions

Posted by Heather on May 1st, 2009 to
What is it about travelling to big cities that makes me want to go home, buy a car and a condo, a $60 haircut and an entirely new wardrobe?
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RTW: More Bang for Your Baht

Posted by Heather on April 26th, 2009 to
Why is the internal gauge of good value so closely tied to the currency in your wallet? Thailand is a relatively inexpensive country to visit. Relative to say, Sweden, or even Australia. Accommodation can easily be covered for a few dollars a night, food, again, a few dollars a day. Depending on your bargaining skills, souvenirs can be a steal. 
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RTW: Citizens Bank Does the Unthinkable

Posted by Heather on March 10th, 2009 to

It's much easier to spend money than to save it while you're travelling but the new Citizens Bank of Canada seems to have pulled off the unthinkable - doing away with the international withdrawal fee. 

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Iceland's Silver Lining

Posted by Backpacker Buzz on November 19th, 2008 to

The world's financial woes have unfortunately hit the isolated island nation of Iceland a little harder than most. Fortunately, a silver lining emerged as Iceland's currency, the krona, dropped and the once too-expensive destination is now much more backpacker-friendly. Read more »