The Boarding Call:
Travel Tips, Guides & Inspiration
Discover a world of extraordinary travel with The Boarding Call, the official travel blog from Now Boarding Travel. Explore expert travel tips, inspiring destination guides, luxury hotel recommendations, and insider advice from our experienced travel advisors. Whether you're planning a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, a relaxing escape, or your next unforgettable journey, we're here to help you travel smarter and experience more.
How Air Canada’s New Direct Flights Are Redrawing the 2027 European Summer Map
Air Canada’s new 2027 Europe routes add fresh nonstop options for summer travel. Here’s how they transform Canadian trip planning, including pacing and destination choices.
Year-Round Air Canada Flights to Manchester & Copenhagen: A New Era for Canadian Europe Planning
Air Canada’s upcoming year-round service from Toronto to Manchester and Copenhagen could completely change how Canadians plan Europe trips. Here’s what makes this news so significant—and how to design a smarter itinerary.
How to Plan a Fall Escape to Seville with Air Canada’s New Montréal Nonstop
With Air Canada’s new direct flight from Montréal to Seville launching in fall 2027, Canadians can finally experience Andalusia’s charm without layovers. Here’s how to craft your perfect autumn itinerary.
The New Golden Age of Ocean Travel: Luxury Cruising Grows Up
Luxury cruising is shifting from formal spectacle toward more space, better-designed itineraries, and greater freedom ashore. Here’s how to tell which changes will actually improve your vacation.
Six Extraordinary Islands Worth Planning a Lifetime Around
An unforgettable island vacation might mean a Polynesian lagoon, a granite-framed beach, or a shoreline shared with sea lions. These six escapes deliver very different kinds of wonder.
When Is the Best Time to Book Business Class Flights? A Travel Advisor’s Guide
There’s no magic Tuesday for booking business class. The right timing depends on your destination, travel dates, and how much flexibility you have—here’s how to make the decision.
Beyond the Usual Favourites: Five Luxury Honeymoon Destinations for 2027
A honeymoon doesn’t have to follow the familiar island-resort script. From Oman’s mountain terraces to Príncipe’s rainforest beaches, these five destinations offer a more personal kind of luxury.
The Rise of the Private Journey: Travel That Fits Your Life
The appeal of a private journey isn’t simply having a car and guide to yourself. It’s having a trip that reflects your interests, protects your time, and leaves room to change your mind.
The Next Great Mediterranean Escape: Beyond Italy and Greece
The Mediterranean holiday you love doesn’t have to come with an Amalfi Coast address or a Cycladic postcode. From Montenegro’s stone waterfronts to Turkey’s Datça Peninsula, these four alternatives reward a more curious approach to the coast.
Luxury Travel on a Smarter Budget: Where to Splurge and Where to Save
A memorable luxury trip doesn’t require the most expensive choice at every turn. Here’s how to spend on the details that change your experience—and skip the upgrades that don’t.
From Game Drives to Barefoot Days: Planning an African Safari and Beach Vacation
Early-morning game drives and slow afternoons beside the Indian Ocean belong on the same trip. Here’s how to pair them without losing your vacation to complicated transfers.
The Best Time to Visit Japan: A Month-by-Month Guide for Every Type of Traveller
Cherry blossoms are only one reason to time a trip to Japan. From Hokkaido powder to Kyoto’s autumn gardens, here’s how to choose the right month for your interests, budget and tolerance for crowds.
Why Multigenerational Travel Is Changing the Way Families Vacation
When grandparents, parents, and children travel together, the best vacation isn’t the one with the fullest itinerary. It’s the one that makes room for different needs—and gives everyone something worth sharing.
The Best Places to Visit in Spring 2027: 12 Destinations at Their Most Beautiful
From Kyoto’s blossom-lined canals to the green valleys of Bhutan, these 12 destinations reward a well-timed spring trip. Here’s when to go, where to base yourself, and what to plan ahead.
The World’s Most Extraordinary Hotel Suites Worth Travelling For
An underwater bedroom in the Maldives. A private pool facing Utah’s sandstone country. These six extraordinary stays make the room a compelling reason for the journey.
Beyond Amalfi: 7 European Escapes for Summer 2027
Trade the famous coastal road for Greek village squares, Croatian swimming coves, or an Italian seaside town farther south. These seven destinations deliver a memorable European summer without trying to copy Positano.
The Biggest Luxury Travel Trends for 2027: Less Rush, More Meaning
Luxury travel in 2027 is looking less like a checklist and more like a well-considered use of time. These are the shifts worth watching—and how to translate them into a better trip.
The Ultimate 2027 Bucket List: 25 Extraordinary Journeys Worth Planning Now
The most memorable trips rarely come together at the last minute. These 25 extraordinary journeys for 2027 are worth reserving early, dreaming over properly, and tailoring with care.