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.
2017 is the era of digital nomads and adventurous expats. Millenials can make a living by hopping from one country to another, relying on the wifi connection and the number of Instagram followers they have. But even with these new gen jobs, living expenses still add up. Finding a place that’s affordable, but also aesthetically-pleasing […]
Happy anniversary, Trip Jaunt! This month, Trip Jaunt celebrates its one year anniversary since becoming a full-fledged travel website, catering to people from all over the world. Trip Jaunt’s journey began when Helen Hatzis, co-founder of Trip Jaunt, decided to turn her travel blog ‘Weekend Jaunt’, that she shared with family and friends, into something bigger. Hatzis, […]
Finding accommodations is a huge part of trip-planning. Where you stay can alter your whole vacation. Which is why planning your trip around where you will be spending a portion of each day is as important as planning the trip itself. In the summer of 2014, my family and I had the opportunity to visit […]
It’s impossible not to have heard about the newest addition to Disney World that’s in the works. Disney plans on launching a series of new Star Wars themed lands, set to open in 2019. The latest announcement by the mega conglomerate is the Star Wars themed hotel/resort. “Chewie, we’re home.” – Han Solo The announcement […]
Children are the future, and it’s amazing what they have already been able to accomplish all over the world. These five incredibly inspiring young kids have been able to make a huge impact on many lives through their caring hearts and ambitious goals. Philippines Ken Amante, 9 The Happy Animals Club is a non-profit, no-kill […]
So you think you love beer. Do you like it enough to bathe in a giant tub of it? People are traveling from all over the world to go to the northern tip of Iceland and experience the Bjórböðin beer spa. The Beer Spa Experience The beer spa was opened by the local brewery, Kadi […]
Fountains are beautiful creations of art, technology, and design. Truly magical fountains require a great deal of planning and ingenuity. It’s these factors that bring in tourists from all over the globe appreciating fountains structures. We have rounded up the top ten places to view the world’s most stunning displays of moving water. 1. Metalmorphosis Mirror Fountain Located in […]
The splendor and ease of traveling via train are often overlooked. Picture yourself, a sprawling window in front of you with ever-changing scenic views. A waiter comes to offer you a glass of coffee or tea. Should you choose to opt for a private cabin, take an afternoon nap on your personal bed behind you. […]
In one of the world’s most densely populated metropolises with over 13.5 million people, where does a bewildered traveler begin? Tokyo offers world-class shopping, cuisine, nightlife, arts, and is extraordinarily rich in culture! From start to finish, a trip to Tokyo will whisk you away into a vibrant sensory explosion of color and light! 1. Cherry […]
You’ve probably heard of Hong Kong’s largest and most dominant Islands, Hong Kong and Kowloon, but what about the other 261? Take a journey out of the hustle and bustle of the city’s urbanscape and into the lush mountain ranges to find some of South East Asia’s most picturesque hiking trails. 1. Lantau There are […]
South of Vatican City, the medieval neighborhood of Trastevere is blooming with Italian culture and fun. The winding cobblestone roads and the beautiful, green ivy wrapping the buildings make every walk outside your door a lovely one. 1. Close To Sightseeing First of all, many of the great reasons there are to come to […]
Mankind’s exploration and migration have been the backbone of the globalized world we live in today. After eating ice cream out of the box and doing my daily 10 minutes of meme scrolling, traveling is definitely up there on my list of favorite things. Each and every one of us is composed of tales and experiences […]