Canada « A Working Woman's Tips On Vacations

March 5, 2008

Do Your Research First For Your Vancouver Vacation

Filed under: Canada — Tags: Canada, compare prices, hotel accommodation, Travel Deals, travel packages, trip to Vancouver — Kim @ 3:19 pm

There is a lot to organize when you are thinking of planning a trip to Vancouver, BC, Canada. Before you plan your Vancouver vacation, do your research first.

You will need to know where you are going and how to get there before you head off to Vancouver.

Check out travel deals, hotel accommodations, compare prices and find out how much it costs to drive to Vancouver before signing up any first travel packages that come to you with your ink pens.

Also check out photos of the popular neighhborhood of Kitsilano, beautiful views of Vancouver, and some Vancouver hotel photos so that you become oriented with Vancouver!

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February 8, 2008

Know What To Expect When Driving Across The Border Into Canada

Filed under: Canada — Tags: border crossing, border officer, Canada, Canada Border Services, car registration, photo ID, trip to Canada, US border — Kim @ 10:43 am

Everyone wants their border crossing to go smoothly. The best way to make sure this happens is to know what to expect and be prepared. Here are the top tips for people crossing the US border into Canada.

1. Know What ID is Necessary. US visitors arriving to Canada by land need proof of citizenship and photo ID – not necessarily a passport – but these requirements are set to change under the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI).

If you’re planning a trip to Canada, you should note that passport requirements are different for visitors driving across the border and those arriving by plane. Therefore, flying into Buffalo International Airport and driving into Canada may be a good option for some.

2. Have ID Ready to Present to Border Officer. Passengers should pass their passports and other ID to the driver before reaching the border services booth. Don’t start searching for it once you’ve already pulled up to the booth. (more…)

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