(Waypoints Global, December 2018) – Active, adventurous in the winter without fear of wiping out is a goal most Canadians have. Even walking briskly on sidewalks without grips, ice underneath the snow can be treacherous. Olang winter boots have changed all that. Boots with a pivoting grip are designed to increase traction on ice and…

(Waypoints Global, November 2018) — We all have luggage tags that include the necessary contact information. Mine also has a Canadian flag on it. However, Calpak Power has released a new luggage tag that attaches to your carry-on and charges your phone en route.

(Waypoints Global, November 2018) — As an avid reader, I used to carry one novel, worried that I would zip through it and have nothing to read; like many of my generation, I was reluctant to join the e-reader bandwagon.

(Waypoints Global, November 2018) — If you’re traveling through multiple time zones in a short period, it can be a little tricky to keep track of the time. When I was going through the Northwest Passage, we zigged and zagged through different time zones, back and forth; even my iPhone couldn’t keep up.

(Waypoints Global, November 2018) — I admit I often buy a few too many items when I travel and panic because I don’t have the luggage space, usually opting for carry-on only. This fold-up tote bag to toss into my suitcase or use as well as my carry-on is the answer.

(Waypoints Global, November 2018) — Air Canada now has an application for excess baggage. Not a reason to add in a few extra pairs of shoes, the application process is for humanitarian purposes, including the transportation of live rescue cats and dogs.

(Waypoints Global, October 2018) – Using public transportation opens up the real personality of the place you’re visiting, and Citymapper is the premiere app to help you navigate that sometimes overwhelming world. Complete with transit maps for buses, trams, and subway systems, Citymapper provides real-time departure times and disruption alerts as well as bike routing…

(Waypoints Global, October 2018) – I’m not a knapsack person, however as a frequent adventure travellers, it’s a necessary item to carry. I have had an AmeriBag knapsack for approximately seven years and cannot find a fault with it.

(Waypoints Global, October 2018) – Columbia’s Thermarator™ Fleece Glove are soft and super warm, quick-wicking and feature a thermal reflective lining to amp up the heat keeping powers of the 180-gram fleece.

(Waypoints Global, October 2018) – Staying warm and fashionable in the winter can be a little difficult at times. Luckily, there are so many amazing winter accessories that pair fashion with function for our cool climate, whether at home or when travelling.