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.
Lake Powell continues to draw visitors with its dramatic red-rock canyons and vast blue waters set within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Recent decisions by federal managers to extend emergency releases from upstream reservoirs reflect ongoing efforts to stabilize levels in this iconic Colorado River reservoir. Travelers planning trips to the area will notice visible
Dana Point Harbor has long drawn visitors for its calm waters and easy coastal pace. One of its most familiar landmarks, Wind & Sea Restaurant, served its final meals on September 15, 2026, after more than five decades in the same waterfront spot. The closure marks the end of a steady presence that shaped countless
Qantas continues to operate its Airbus A380 fleet on long Pacific routes, where the aircraft’s distinctive features still create a memorable journey for travelers crossing between Australia and North America. The double-decker jet, now more than a decade into service on these corridors, offers a business-class cabin that balances comfort with thoughtful touches drawn from
As the leaves begin to turn and travelers map out autumn journeys through the Midwest, a timely note from fuel analysts offers a practical reminder for those behind the wheel. The head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy issued a warning on Tuesday for drivers in four states where conditions could push pump prices higher in
Travelers planning autumn escapes to New England often pack layers for crisp air and changing leaves. Yet this season may bring an extra stretch of mild days that extend opportunities for outdoor enjoyment across the region. The possibility of what meteorologists sometimes call a second summer stems from seasonal patterns that keep coastal waters and
Travelers passing through Seoul’s Incheon International Airport will soon have a new premium option designed specifically for Star Alliance passengers. The alliance has reached an agreement with airport authorities to open its own branded lounge in Terminal 1, ensuring continuity as Asiana Airlines prepares to leave the group later this year. The development reflects Incheon’s
Catalina Island sits just 22 miles off the Southern California coast, a place where travelers often trade mainland routines for clear waters and quiet coves reachable only by boat. In late July, one visitor’s return trip from the island took an unexpected turn when she slipped from a jet ski into the open water of
Travel often brings a welcome sense of freedom, yet certain practical considerations remain worth carrying along. One such detail involves carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless gas that can appear in enclosed spaces from everyday appliances. Many accommodations operate without uniform requirements for detection equipment, leaving travelers to consider their own precautions. Understanding the Gaps
San Francisco – For nearly three decades, the Rincon Center location of Yank Sing stood as a steady presence along the Embarcadero, where families gathered around tables filled with steamed dumplings and the gentle clatter of carts moving through the dining room. The restaurant’s final service at that flagship site will take place on September
New York travelers preparing international itineraries through John F. Kennedy International Airport will encounter the new Terminal One on a revised schedule. The facility is now expected to begin welcoming passengers during the first quarter of 2027 after additional time for final construction and operational testing. This measured approach supports the goal of delivering a
San Juan del Sur sits along Nicaragua’s Pacific coast, its crescent-shaped bay curving gently between headlands and offering a natural harbor that has long drawn travelers seeking a slower rhythm. The town’s reputation rests on its surf culture, unhurried beach life, and the daily spectacle of color that spreads across the water at dusk. Visitors
American Airlines is preparing to place its premium Flagship Suites on a much larger share of its long-haul flights. The carrier is refreshing older aircraft and introducing new ones equipped with the sliding-door business-class product that first appeared last year. Travelers who once needed to hunt for specific planes will soon find the suites available
