Helen Hatzis, is the Chief Exploration Office and Co-Founder of Trip Jaunt.
Helen is a recipient of the Governor-General Award, has been honoured as one of Canada's Nicest People! A true xenophile at heart, she finds joy in traveling and delights in sharing her experiences through Trip Jaunt (formerly Weekend Jaunt), an online travel community and hub she established in 2010. Her aspiration is to inspire others to explore the world as she does!
Helen is an esteemed advisory member of the North American Travel Journalists Association.
JetBlue is reallocating capacity across its network to support stronger operations at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The airline has identified several underperforming routes for discontinuation while accelerating growth at its emerging Florida base. This measured adjustment aligns with broader efforts to improve efficiency and profitability. Strategic Focus on Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale has emerged as
Lisbon’s newest luxury property opened its doors in March inside a restored former bank building in the heart of the Baixa district. The debut marks the Andaz brand’s first venture in Portugal and brings together thoughtful design, local artistry, and everyday Portuguese hospitality. Guests arrive to a setting that feels both rooted in the neighborhood’s
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport welcomes a new Chase Sapphire Lounge that opens today, July 16, 2026. The 18,000-square-foot facility occupies a split-level space above the concourse near gate D25 and introduces the first dedicated whiskey lounge in the entire Sapphire network. Travelers now have access to guided tastings of Texas whiskeys, locally inspired cocktails,
The National Hurricane Center continues to monitor an area of low pressure that could influence weather patterns across Florida in the coming days. Travelers with plans in the region are watching developments closely as the system evolves. This situation offers a timely reminder of the value of flexible itineraries and reliable information sources during summer
Travelers today often feel the pull of a short escape from routine, yet rising cash fares can make even a brief trip seem out of reach. Points and miles offer a practical path forward, turning accumulated rewards into real experiences without straining household budgets. This strategy rewards thoughtful planning and a willingness to adapt, allowing
Travelers planning journeys across the Pacific now have a fresh chance to secure lie-flat seats on one of Asia’s newer carriers. Starlux Airlines has released a broad block of business-class award space on flights between Taiwan and five U.S. gateways, available through Alaska Airlines’ Atmos Rewards program. The window covers dates from July 2026 into
Christopher Nolan’s forthcoming film has drawn fresh attention to an epic that has shaped storytelling for centuries. With renewed interest in the tale of Odysseus and his long journey home, many travelers are turning toward the Mediterranean landscapes that gave the narrative its setting. These places offer more than scenic backdrops; they invite quiet reflection
Many frequent flyers and hotel guests maintain separate accounts across airline and lodging programs, each with distinct earning rates and redemption rules. A new partnership between Aeroplan and World of Hyatt now allows members to move points between the two currencies more readily. The arrangement also opens additional paths to earn both types of points
New Zealand’s food culture often reveals itself in small, everyday pleasures rather than grand declarations. Among them, Pineapple Lumps stand out as a confection that many visitors first encounter in a corner dairy or airport shop and later find themselves tucking into their luggage. The chewy, chocolate-coated pineapple-flavored centers evoke a particular kind of local
Experienced travelers understand that smooth journeys often rest on quiet preparation rather than luck alone. When a phone fails or an unexpected request for identification arises, having certain papers close at hand can restore calm and forward motion. These practices draw from years of real trips across borders and time zones, where small habits have
Moab, Utah, anchors a landscape of towering sandstone formations that have long drawn visitors seeking quiet trails and expansive views. Canyonlands Field Airport has operated without consistent major airline service for nearly three years. That changes on October 6 when Delta Air Lines and United Airlines resume scheduled flights, each operated by regional partner SkyWest.
Kyoto holds a distinctive approach to receiving visitors that extends well beyond standard service. The concept of omotenashi centers on anticipating a guest’s needs through careful observation and preparation, often before any request is made. This practice draws from centuries of refinement in the city’s cultural traditions and shapes how travelers encounter its temples, gardens,
