Helen Hatzis Profile Overview

Helen Hatzis

Helen Hatzis

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.
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Glacier Keeps Bear After Fatal Attack Review

Glacier National Park has decided against killing or relocating the bear involved in a fatal encounter with a hiker earlier this year. The choice follows a formal review of the May 2026 incident that claimed the life of 33-year-old Anthony Pollio. Park officials weighed the circumstances carefully before reaching their conclusion. The Review and Its

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This New Smart Ring Claims to Track Your Blood Pressure Anywhere—No Cuff Needed

For frequent travelers, maintaining consistent health routines often means adapting to changing conditions such as cabin pressure, time zone shifts, and extended periods away from familiar medical resources. A new entrant in the wearable technology space now positions itself as a direct competitor by promising blood pressure tracking through a smart ring that requires no

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Why Buildings Worldwide Skip Certain Floors

In major cities across the United States and beyond, many high-rise buildings and hotels quietly omit certain floor numbers from their elevators and directories. This architectural choice reflects deep-rooted cultural beliefs about numbers and fortune that continue to shape how structures are designed and experienced today. Travelers who pay attention to these details often gain

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Hurricane Fausto Strengthens Toward Hawaii

Hurricane Fausto reached Category 2 strength on Saturday, marking a notable increase in intensity as it moves across the Pacific. Forecasters now expect the system to draw closer to Hawaii by late in the coming week. Travelers with plans in the islands have a narrow window to review arrangements and stay informed through official channels.

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NYC Museum Visitors: Current Legionnaires' Guidance

New York City – Summer brings steady streams of travelers to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and other institutions along Museum Mile. Recent testing has identified Legionella bacteria in cooling towers at several buildings in the area, prompting remediation efforts by city officials and the sites themselves. The situation remains contained, with health authorities reporting

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12 Found Alive After Speedboat Sinks in Tomini Bay

PALU, Indonesia – Rescue teams located 11 European tourists and one Indonesian crew member on Saturday after their speedboat broke apart and sank in rough seas off Tomini Bay. The vessel had departed a dive resort in Tojo Unauna regency the previous morning and never reached its intended destination in neighboring Gorontalo province. Search efforts

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Should You Buy a Royal Caribbean Drink Package?

Cruisers planning a Royal Caribbean voyage often weigh the appeal of prepaid beverage plans against the flexibility of paying as they go. These packages aim to simplify decisions around drinks throughout the sailing, from morning coffee to evening cocktails. The choice hinges on personal habits, itinerary details, and how much value each traveler places on

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Air India Adds Daily 787-9 Service to Toronto

Air India will operate a daily nonstop between Delhi and Toronto beginning August 1, 2026. The carrier is assigning its newest Boeing 787-9 aircraft to the route and introducing premium economy for the first time on this corridor. The change gives travelers a consistent schedule and an additional cabin option on one of the longer