Our neighbours to the south are so close that once upon a time, a short flight or drive across the border to do some shopping, touring and exploring was easy and inexpensive. However, with the Canadian Dollar far less than the US Dollar, these visits are becoming few and far between. That is, unless you know Marc Smith, travel exert and founder of 30 Day Adventures, who in the last two years has spent 83 days traveling in the US.

To celebrate our neighbours to the south for World Tourism Day, Marc has put together his top five tips for getting the most out of your Canadian Dollar when the US Dollar is soaring high. This means, you can still book your next travel to the States with the current exchange rate and not come back with a shocking bill or an empty wallet.

Take advantage of fluctuating exchange rates and purchase US Dollar every month to average losses.

Marc's tips to save and stretch your money while in the US:

1. Purchase US money every month.
2. Cash is king.
3. Open a US bank account.
4. Choose between bank vs. foreign exchange company.
5. Yearly traveler? Join Canadian Snowbird Currency Exchange.

Read more about each tip on Marc's blog post- Get The Most Out Of Your Canadian Dollar When In The US.

Follow all five tips or pick and choose which ones will work best for you to be able to say, "be back soon, Canada and hello U-S-A!"