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.
When preparing for a journey, the focus often falls on selecting the right clothing and essentials, yet the placement of certain items within luggage carries its own set of considerations shaped by aviation standards. Regulations from bodies such as the FAA and IATA, along with individual airline policies, distinguish between what travels safely in the
In Cambridge, Massachusetts, a six-bedroom residence long tied to one of America’s most influential culinary figures has come onto the market. The property, where Julia Child once filmed segments of her groundbreaking television series, carries a listing price of $6.4 million. Its story offers food-minded travelers a tangible link to the woman who helped shape
Atlanta – The High Museum of Art marks its centennial this year, offering travelers a timely reason to explore one of the South’s most dynamic cultural institutions. Founded in 1926, the museum has grown alongside the city, evolving from a modest collection into a place that actively invites visitors to see themselves and others in
Toronto Pearson International Airport has welcomed Air India’s latest Boeing 787-9 on its busy Toronto to Delhi schedule. The aircraft now operates most flights on this long-haul route, marking a noticeable update for travelers between Canada and India. A firsthand walkthrough of all three cabins provided a clear sense of the changes now in service.
Costa Maya sits at the southern edge of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, a purpose-built cruise facility that serves as an entry point to quieter stretches of coastline and deeper cultural layers. Ships tie up directly at the pier, placing passengers within reach of both contained port amenities and excursions that extend into the surrounding region. The
Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines have combined their loyalty efforts under a single program called Atmos Rewards, giving members broader access to a global network while preserving the features many travelers already value. The joint program launched in 2025 and continues to evolve, with meaningful changes to how points and elite status can be earned
Texas grape growers faced a sequence of weather extremes in 2026 that tested every stage of the growing season. A late-March freeze, followed by heavy spring rains and then prolonged summer drought, reduced overall yields across the state. Yet the grapes that survived are producing wines of notable concentration and balance, according to experts who
SpaceX launched its Super Heavy-Starship rocket on the 14th test flight Monday, sending the upper stage into orbit for the first time and marking a significant milestone for both the company and NASA. The event represents steady progress in developing a vehicle capable of supporting ambitious goals beyond low Earth orbit. For those who follow
In the quiet corners of an ordinary Japanese antique shop, a piece of early cinema history that had been missing for more than a century came to light. The rediscovery of this 1919 slapstick silent comedy offers a gentle reminder of how travel and curiosity can intersect with unexpected cultural preservation. Travelers who wander through
Dana Point, California – As powerful waves driven by a strengthening El Niño batter the shoreline this season, local leaders and residents along stretches of the California coast are installing rock barriers and other measures to shield homes and vital rail lines. These steps reflect a deep commitment to safeguarding communities that have long drawn
Forecasters have confirmed the formation of Tropical Storm Rachel off Mexico’s southwest coast. The development occurs during the ongoing Pacific hurricane season and carries direct relevance for anyone with upcoming travel along that stretch of shoreline. Updates from monitoring agencies continue to shape how coastal communities and visitors approach the coming days. Current Status and
Frequent travelers know that elite status transforms ordinary trips into smoother experiences, with benefits such as priority boarding, complimentary upgrades and lounge access. Traditional paths to these perks often demand heavy flight or hotel spending, yet certain credit cards now provide direct routes through everyday purchases or automatic enrollment. This approach lets travelers focus on