Ian,

Not as heavy as I thought.
We're flying into Vancouver, staying a few days then driving up to Jasper,
Banff etc and flying out of Calgary.
We've booked our flights, now doing the rest of the planning. Any
recommendations?

Steve
wrote in message
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We're holidaying in Canada later this year (25th wedding aniversary
treat).
I may end up with excess baggage with
that much glass!

Ian Anderson
www.customopticalsystems.com


Brian answered your first question.
A 6" full thickness mirror weighs ~1kg
If you plan to buy a Canadian optical set in Canada there are some
things you need to know first:
It takes a long time to make a good optical set. I would recommend
ordering at least 3 months in advance.
Sales tax varies from province to province. It will add at least 7% to
the price.
Unless your vacation plan takes you to the city where your optician
live don't plan to pick up your optics in person. Have them shipped
to your hotel.

Ian Anderson

Ps. Where are you planning to see?