Canadians, how have rising costs affected your travel plans?
World events have certainly shifted the way Canadians travel, with rising costs impacting vacation budgets.
Conflict between Iran and the U.S. has had very real consequences for many Canadians with upcoming travel plans. Jet fuel shortages have prompted airlines to add temporary fuel surcharges.
However, even for those skipping international trips and choosing to stay home, domestic vacations and road trips can quickly add up as inflation continues to drive up the cost of dining out while gas prices keep rising.
For some, that could mean scaling back on an upcoming vacation or simply postponing that long-awaited bucket list trip.
In December, CIBC released a report that states that 79 per cent of Canadians who took part in a survey say that travel has become less affordable over the last five years, with cost concerns shaping vacation plans.
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And it’s not just the increasing cost of flights, hotels, and food that’s eating away at travel budgets — Canadian tourists also have to deal with rising travel taxes abroad, immigration fees, higher passport processing costs, and other added charges.
The government has also made an effort to make domestic travel more affordable for Canadians by bringing back the Canada Strong Pass, which kicks in from June 19 to Sept. 7. Now in its third season, the pass gives visitors access to free admission at participating museums and galleries, discounted stays, and discounted tickets on Via Rail.
So, what are your travel plans this summer? Are you still planning that dream vacation despite higher costs and simply finding ways to cut back, or is the solution to stay home and save money instead?
We want to hear from you. Email us at trending@dailyhive.com to share your travel plans and budget-saving tips.