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Save Money on Your Next U.S. Car Rental: Use E-ZPass

April 27, 2025 CP 2

Overview Don’t Get Gouged by Your Car Rental Company When driving a rental car on toll roads, you’ll always end up covering the cost one […]

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Is CAA membership worth it? Evaluating the benefits and costs in 2025

March 15, 2025 LP 0

CAA membership offers roadside assistance, travel services, and insurance discounts. Many drivers find value in the peace of mind and potential savings it provides. For […]

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Via Rail Discount Code: Save on Your Next Journey Across Canada

March 2, 2025 LP 0

Finding a way to save on travel expenses can significantly enhance any trip. Using a Via Rail discount code allows travellers to enjoy reduced fares […]

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The Tesla Model 3 in Canada: Top Pre-Purchase FAQs [and a Tesla referral link for free charging credit]

May 13, 2023 LP 2

Are you considering buying a Tesla Model 3 in Canada? Despite Mr. Thrifty’s admonishments against car ownership, sometimes a private vehicle is desirable for the […]

Tesla Model 3 in Canadian Winter: Surviving Overnight

January 7, 2023 LP 0

Since Teslas are designed by soft Californians, many potential Canadian customers have uncertainties about how the Tesla Model 3 might perform in severe Canadian winter […]

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Amex Cobalt Card: How to Maximize Your Value

August 27, 2022 LP 0

Mr. Thrifty is departing today from his blanket advice to opt for no-fee credit cards in order to highlight the benefits of the American Express […]

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[Updated] Canada’s Border Restrictions During COVID-19

April 2, 2022 LP 3

Mr. Thrifty has first-hand experience navigating Canada’s border restrictions during COVID-19 and wants to provide you with a primer on the most recent changes. Read […]

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The Best Speakerphone for Home Office Use: Jabra Speak 510

January 23, 2022 LP 1

Mr. Thrifty has been so pleased with his Jabra Speak 510 home office speakerphone that he feels compelled to share it with his readers. If […]

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AirHelp Review: AirHelp Keeps on Delivering

June 20, 2021 LP 0

In this latest AirHelp review, Mr. Thrifty is elated to report an even more impressive AirHelp success story! Why is this the most impressive? Well, […]

Mr. Thrifty’s Favourite Summer Travel Gear

June 12, 2021 LP 6

Summer is upon us and Mr. Thrifty wants to share with you his vast globetrotting experience. Travelling in the summer presents some benefits and some […]

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How to Save Money When Exchanging Currency

June 4, 2021 CP 13

With travel starting up again, understanding how to save money when exchanging currency is a a valuable tool in the saver’s toolkit. The Basics: How […]

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Pokefi: The Secret to Saving on Mobile Data Charges in Canada and Abroad

May 2, 2021 LP 0

Mr. Thrifty wants to let you in on one of his top-secret travel tips: Pokefi. Pokefi is a pocket-sized mobile data device that offers you […]

[Update] Where to Get a COVID-19 Vaccine in Canada

April 17, 2021 CP 0

With COVID-19 infections spreading at an alarming rate and Canadian governments taking unprecedented actions to stop the spread, vaccination is Canada’s best bet to get […]

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AirHelp Case Study: Levelling the Playing Field for Powerless Consumers

April 3, 2021 LP 4

A landmark ruling by the European Court of Justice in March 2021 confirmed that airline strikes aren’t an extraordinary circumstance and that all passengers affected deserve financial […]

[Update] Where to Get a COVID-19 PCR Test for Travel: UK

March 7, 2021 CP 0

As we outlined in our primer on Canada’s new COVID-19 border restrictions, most people who travel to Canada will need to show the results of […]

[Update] Where to Get a COVID-19 PCR Test for Travel: U.S.

March 6, 2021 CP 2

As we outlined in our primer on Canada’s new COVID-19 border restrictions, most people who travel to Canada will need to show the results of […]

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Travel Health Insurance for Canadians

August 30, 2020 LP 2

As the global travel scene reopens we’d like to highlight the importance of travel health insurance for Canadians. Trust Mr. Thrifty: the only thing worse […]

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How to save on car rentals at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel-Aviv, Israel (TLV)

January 18, 2020 LP 3

Mr. Thrifty was recently in Israel and needed to rent a car for a few days to see more of this fascinating country. A lot […]

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Compensation for Flight Delays in Canada: Know Your Rights

December 15, 2019 LP 5

Read on to check if you’re entitled to compensation for flight delays in Canada. The Canadian government unveiled new rules in May 2019 to help […]

Buffalo Travel Tips: Mr. Thrifty’s Guide to Enjoying Buffalo Like a Local

November 14, 2019 CP 0

As our Twitter followers know, Mr. Thrifty recently spent a weekend in Buffalo (attending a Bills-Eagles game!).  Unlike many visitors, Mr. Thrifty explored the “Queen […]

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