Frequently Asked Questions
Locations - St. John's, Canada, Harlow, U.K., France
1. Do I need a passport?
Yes, you need to have a valid passport to travel outside Canada. Ensure that your passport expires long after (some countries recommend at least 6 months) you return to Canada. Check the Canadian passport website for more information: http://www.pptc.gc.ca/
2. Do I need a visa?
No, a visa is not required for Canadian tourists in the UK or France for a stay up to three months.
3. What is the currency in the UK?
The currency in the UK is pounds. One pound is equivalent to approximately two Canadian dollars.
4. Where are the Canadian embassies/ consulates abroad?
Visit the country reports on Foreign Affairs Canada website at www.voyage.gc.ca
5. Can I purchase trip insurance?
Flight cancellation insurance (St. John's return) is provided with the cost of your ticket. You should talk to your travel agent and credit card carrier for other forms of insurance coverage that may be available to you.
6. Do I need to purchase travel health insurance?
You are only partially covered by the Newfoundland and Labrador provincial medical coverage. Talk with your current insurance company to ensure you have proper insurance abroad. People from outside Newfoundland and Labrador should check their provincial medical coverage to see what is included.
7. Should I visit with my doctor before I go?
It is always a good idea to visit with your doctor before you travel to ensure that you are in good health. Inform them about where you are going and how long you will be away, and make sure you have enough of any prescription you may be taking with you for your time abroad.
8. Do I need to go to the bank before I travel?
It is always a good idea to visit with your bank before you leave. They can provide you with currency for traveling, and discuss options for accessing your funds while abroad. In many countries in Europe, it is easier for Canadians to access money through a chequing account instead of a savings account. You should ask your bank for more information.
9. Travel Points?
We recommend that you not use points to travel on this course. You may end up with a different flight schedule, that may result in significant extra ground transportation charges being incurred.
10. Credit Cards
If you plan to use your credit card overseas, contact your bank and credit card company prior to traveling. Both are becoming increasingly more vigilant about "unusual" transactions.
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