Government of Canada Official Source of Travel Information and Advice. 

The Government of Canada Travel Advice and Advisories help you to make informed decisions and travel safely while you are outside Canada. Check this site for your destination often, because safety and security conditions may change. 

This site will also inform you on passport requirements, laws and culture, required Visas and Travel Authorizations, recommended vaccinations and more.

While you’re on the site, sign up to be sent advisories while in destination. 

• Government of Canada Travel Advisories and more https://travel.gc.ca/

Ready to travel? 

Learn more about advisories for travel, including regulations for destinations, visas, and safety and health guidelines. 

• Find the latest travel requirements for your trip https://apply.joinsherpa.com/travel-restrictions?affiliateId=sherpa&language=en-US

The Rules of Travel to Europe are Changing. 

Starting in 2025, some 1.4 billion people from over 60 visa-exempt countries will be required to have a travel authorization to enter most European countries.

• ETIAS Visa Waiver Authorization information and application https://travel-europe.europa.eu/etias/who-should-apply_en#ETIAS-countries

Also starting in 2025, the requirements for entering the U.K. are changing. 

• If you’re travelling on or after 8 January 2025, you may need to apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA). Check this link to see if it applies to you https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa/y

Note that these are just two examples of new entry requirements. There are many others globally, so check back often with the two resources at the top of this page.

Protect Your Travel Plans with Manulife Insurance. 

Manulife Travel Insurance gives you the coverage you need when dealing with unexpected situations. Options include Medical coverage, Cancel for Any Reason (CFAR), Cancellation, Interruption plans and more.

• Travel Insurance Options https://www.expediacruises.ca/en-CA/JeffreyBrookfield/Insurance

Jeff's Cruise Tips

Here are some of my top cruise tips based on my personal travel experience.

• If you want to stay connected to the internet while outside of your cellphone coverage, consider an e-sim. If your phone is e-sim compatible and unlocked, an e-sim can be a very convenient and inexpensive way to stay connected with e-mail, browsing the internet and making phone calls through WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, FaceTime and more. Get CAD $4.50 off your first eSIM purchase with Airalo. Use code JEFFRE6886 when you sign up or at checkout here. https://ref.airalo.com/5o6Y
• Ensure that your passport is free from damage or watermarks which could render it invalid at a border crossing. Always keep your passport in a Ziplock or similar watertight bag.
• Always fly in at least one day early for your cruise. Two days is preferable.
• If you book your flights with the cruise line, many cruise lines will get your to the next port of call, if they don't get you to the airport on time to catch your flight.
• Take photographs of the crew members who you believe have done an extraordinary job. That way, it's easy to retrieve their names if you want to recognize them on the post-cruise survey. Crew will be more than pleased to let you take the photo.
• Hand sanitizer alone is not effective when entering the buffet or other dining areas. Norovirus generally responds to washing with warm water and soap.
• Check back often and review the first two resources at the top of this section. Entry requirements are constantly evolving and you don't want to find out at the last minute that you need a travel visa or authorization or special vaccinations.
• Travel Insurance (medical, cancellation and interruption) is very important. Trying to save some money by not purchasing comprehensive insurance is not a wise decision.
• I don't normally recommend that you take your passport ashore, unless required by the Country you're visiting. My recommendation is to leave it in the safe in your stateroom and take a photocopy and scan on your smartphone. If you lose your passport while onshore in a port of call, it may be very challenging to return home. To ensure that you remember to empty the safe on debarkation, place one of the shoes that you will be wearing home in the safe.