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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American Express Updates Centurion Lounge Policies for a More Considered Travel Journey

American Express has introduced updated guidelines governing entry to its Centurion Lounges at airports around the world. The adjustments center on same-flight requirements and parameters tied to five-hour layovers. These measures reflect an effort to shape access in ways that align with the rhythms of modern itineraries. Travelers, particularly those whose journeys involve connections through

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Delta's CEO Explains Why Cheaper Jet Fuel Won't Mean Lower Airfares

Delta Air Lines reported its second-quarter results this week with a clear message for travelers: the recent drop in jet fuel prices will not translate into lower ticket costs. Strong passenger demand continues to support higher fares across the network, and the airline sees those levels as sustainable for the near term. The announcement comes

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World Cup Final Ticket Prices Decline Sharply Ahead of July 19

As the World Cup final draws near, a notable shift has occurred in the secondary market for tickets to the July 19 match at MetLife Stadium. Prices have fallen by nearly 30 percent over the past week, altering the financial picture for fans who have been tracking availability. This change arrives at a moment when

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Hilton's First LXR Resort Opens in Waikiki

Waikiki draws visitors with its celebrated shoreline and the layered energy of Honolulu beyond. Travelers seeking more than a standard hotel room now have a new option in the form of Ka La’i Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts. The property marks Hilton’s first LXR-branded resort in Hawaii after a substantial renovation of the former

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Self-Transfer Fares Unlock Routes While Protecting Miles

Many travelers assume that stitching together flights from unrelated airlines means giving up the points and status they have worked hard to earn. In practice, a specific category of itineraries now makes those combinations visible in one search while routing the actual purchase back to each carrier. The result is access to routes that no

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Tall Ships Return to Boston Harbor for Sail Boston 2026

Boston Harbor has long served as a gateway for vessels from distant shores, and this summer the waterway once again hosts a gathering of historic tall ships as part of Sail Boston 2026. The event draws together full-rigged sailing ships that represent centuries of maritime tradition, creating a living connection between past and present along

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Delta SkyMiles Bonuses Reach Record Highs

Delta Air Lines and American Express have aligned on a set of limited-time welcome offers across their cobranded cards. These promotions run through July 15 and represent the strongest mileage incentives the issuers have extended in recent cycles. For travelers who already fly Delta or plan to do so, the timing creates a narrow window

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The Road Over Open Water to Key West

Key West rests at the southern tip of a slender chain of islands where U.S. Highway 1 finally meets the sea. The approach from Miami follows the Overseas Highway, a route that carries drivers across dozens of bridges with water visible on both sides for long stretches. What begins as a mainland departure gradually becomes

Sunset view from Edgewater Beach Hotel in Naples, with palm trees, pool loungers, beach, and the Gulf of Mexico.
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On Florida’s Paradise Coast, the High Life Meets Wildlife

Florida’s Paradise Coast has a line that stayed with me: this is where the high life meets the wildlife. After spending time in Naples and Marco Island, I understand why. This part of Southwest Florida has the polished pieces travellers expect: beachfront hotels, beautiful restaurants, designer boutiques, soft white sand, and Gulf views that make

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Grandson Makes Grandfather's World Cup Dream Come True

Jacob Allmendinger, 21, chose to invest his life savings in a journey that mattered more than any other expense. He spent roughly $13,300 to bring his 80-year-old grandfather along to follow England’s matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The decision reflects a quiet determination to create one shared experience that could span decades of

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Standout Hotels Opening Across the Globe in 2026

Travelers planning ahead will find several distinctive properties preparing to welcome guests this year. Each one draws on its surroundings in thoughtful ways, whether through architecture that honors local heritage or settings that invite deeper connection with nature and culture. These openings arrive at a moment when many seek experiences that feel both fresh and