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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Hilton Amex Bonuses Reach Record Levels

Travelers weighing new credit cards for hotel stays now have several Hilton Honors American Express options to consider. The current welcome offers stand out for their size and the practical value they can deliver toward future nights at Hilton properties worldwide. These promotions run through January 13, 2027, giving interested applicants a defined window to

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Fort Bragg Refines Highway 1 Views

Fort Bragg sits along a striking stretch of California’s Highway 1, where the Pacific meets rugged headlands and the town’s coastal character draws travelers year after year. A recent sidewalk upgrade project, valued at nearly $10 million, aimed to improve pedestrian access and meet accessibility standards across much of the city. The work replaced an

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Frontier Airlines Debuts South America Service

Frontier Airlines has announced its first flights to South America, with three new nonstop routes from Orlando International Airport to cities in Colombia. The Denver-based carrier will begin service in December, marking a notable expansion for the budget airline into a new continent. These routes fill gaps left by the earlier cessation of operations by

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The Quiet Loyalty Program Turning NYC Restaurant Meals Into Real Rewards

New York City – Independent restaurants and cafes form a vital part of the city’s daily rhythm, offering travelers and residents alike a direct way to experience its neighborhoods through food. Blackbird, a loyalty program and payment app built specifically for these establishments, provides a measured way to earn rewards on routine dining without requiring

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Candlestick Park Site Opens Path to New Waterfront Neighborhood

San Francisco’s southeast waterfront is entering a new chapter. The former Candlestick Park, once home to the 49ers and Giants, is now the focus of a long-planned redevelopment that broke ground this week. The project aims to turn 270 acres of shoreline into a mixed-use community with thousands of homes and extensive open space. A

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A Hidden Rookery Near Chicago Gains Lasting Protection

Antioch Township, Illinois – A modest land purchase by the Lake County Forest Preserve District is securing additional safeguards for a heron and egret rookery in the area. The acquisition underscores how targeted conservation efforts can sustain vital nesting sites even in suburban settings close to a major metropolitan center. Travelers drawn to quiet wildlife

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American Airlines and Hyatt Loyalty Partnership Winds Down

American AAdvantage and World of Hyatt members face the end of their enhanced partnership after years of cross-program benefits. The programs announced on September 9 that they have mutually decided not to continue the arrangement, though core earning and redemption options remain available through defined periods. Travelers who have linked their accounts or plan to

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United Airlines' Elevated Polaris Business Class Brings Suite-Style Refinements to Long-Haul Routes

United Airlines has introduced its Elevated Polaris business class on select Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, marking a thoughtful evolution in the carrier’s approach to premium long-haul travel. The new configuration features 64 suite-style seats arranged in a 1-2-1 layout, with enhanced privacy elements and elevated service touches that reflect careful attention to passenger comfort on extended

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Marriott Bonvoy Fall Promotion Adds Up to 4,500 Bonus Points on Resort Stays

Travelers mapping out autumn escapes to resort destinations now have a straightforward way to stretch their loyalty rewards further. Marriott Bonvoy has introduced a global promotion that rewards paid stays of two nights or longer with bonus points, with an extra layer available at participating resorts. The offer runs from September 22 through November 22,