{"id":7698,"date":"2021-05-03T17:00:50","date_gmt":"2021-05-03T17:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/tips-and-tricks-for-navigating-travel-in-2021\/"},"modified":"2021-05-03T17:00:50","modified_gmt":"2021-05-03T17:00:50","slug":"tips-and-tricks-for-navigating-travel-in-2021","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/stories\/tips-and-tricks-for-navigating-travel-in-2021\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips and tricks for navigating travel in 2021"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Though a lot has changed in the last year one thing remains the same: Expedia&#8217;s commitment to you.<\/p>\n<p>We know your first trip back will be special\u2014in fact, our latest research findings suggest 83% of Canadians now value vacations more than ever before\u2014and we want to be there to help make the planning process as simple as it gets. Here are seven tips from our experts to help you navigate your next trip with confidence.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Know before you go<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Check restrictions including testing requirements, stay-at-home orders, and quarantine requirements for both local and national destinations before you go. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/lp\/b\/travel-advisor\">Expedia\u2019s COVID-19 Trip Advisor<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/travelblog\/travel-smart-checklist-how-to-plan-a-trip-in-2021\/\">Travel Smart Checklist<\/a> are great resources to check when planning your trip.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Sleep soundly<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Review safety measures on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/\">Expedia.ca<\/a> by using the &#8220;Enhanced cleaning&#8221; filter to narrow search results including improved cleaning, contactless check-in, social distancing, and more. Check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/lp\/b\/coronavirus-travel?rfrr=editorial.undefined.click&amp;tpid=4&amp;eapid=0\">Expedia COVID-19 Travel Guide<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Stay flexible<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Choose flexibility by filtering for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/lp\/b\/free-cancellation\">&#8220;free cancellation&#8221;<\/a> or &#8220;reserve now, pay later&#8221; and making sure to select a refundable room type. This way, if your plans change so can your trip.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>4. Connect on the go<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Download the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/app\">Expedia app<\/a> and keep all your booking details in your pocket with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/app\">all-in-one travel companion<\/a>. (By the way, you could even find some mobile-exclusive deals there too!)<\/p>\n<h3><strong>5. Be covered<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Review any insurance coverage and be aware of what\u2019s covered in your travel insurance, so you\u2019re prepared.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>6. Plan accordingly<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Confirm attractions are open before heading out to visit. Make sure the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/Activities\">activities you want to do<\/a> are open and plan for any restrictions, and have a Plan B ready just in case.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>7. Don\u2019t forget your mask<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Pack personal protective equipment. 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