Canada is a vast country -- in fact, it is the world's second-largest nation. This section can save you money, time, and headaches as you plan your visit.

Online Traveler's Toolbox

Veteran travelers visit these sites to make their trips easier. Following is a selection of handy online tools to bookmark and use.

  • Airplane Food (www.airlinemeals.net)
  • Airplane Seating (www.seatguru.com)
  • Foreign Languages for Travelers (www.travlang.com)
  • Maps (www.mapquest.com or http://maps.google.com)
  • MasterCard ATM Locator (www.mastercard.com)
  • Time and Date (www.timeanddate.com)
  • Travel Warnings (http://travel.state.gov, www.fco.gov.uk/travel, www.voyage.gc.ca, or www.smartraveller.gov.au)
  • Universal Currency Converter (www.xe.com/ucc)
  • Visa ATM Locator (www.visa.com)
  • Weather (www.intellicast.com or www.theweathernetwork.com)

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.