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.
Chicago continues to draw visitors eager to explore its evolving cultural landscape. The Obama Presidential Center Museum stands among the city’s newest landmarks, and fresh ticket batches are expanding access for those planning ahead. This release covers specific windows in late 2026 and early 2027, giving travelers clearer options for scheduling a meaningful stop during
Late August often brings heightened attention to the Atlantic basin, where seasonal patterns can influence everything from flight schedules to beachside itineraries along the Gulf and Southeast coasts. With the National Hurricane Center actively watching several disturbances, one system in particular is edging closer to tropical depression status. Travelers with upcoming plans in these regions
Spain stands ready for a fleeting moment of daytime darkness as the moon passes directly between Earth and the sun. The total solar eclipse arrives on Wednesday, offering some of the clearest views available anywhere in mainland Europe. Millions across northern and central regions will witness the alignment, while authorities balance the excitement with careful
Passengers flying with Lufthansa Group airlines will soon gain reliable high-speed internet at cruising altitude without paying extra fees. The group has started installing Starlink-powered systems that deliver connectivity fast enough for streaming, cloud work, and browsing. This change affects travelers across its network and marks a shift toward treating onboard internet as a standard
Slovenia delivers a rare balance for travelers who want both intensity and ease in one compact trip. A morning spent rappelling beside a 50-meter waterfall can give way to an afternoon floating in a cold alpine river, with the Julian Alps rising nearby. The country’s small scale makes it possible to move between these experiences
Seasoned travelers often return from trips remarking on how deeply they rested in hotel rooms, even when the surroundings were unfamiliar. The contrast with restless nights at home can feel striking after weeks or months on the road. The reasons trace to specific environmental and psychological factors that hotels manage deliberately, and many of those
Just outside Los Angeles, a working avocado farm has become home to one of the state’s highest-rated camping spots. The site occupies 100 acres of varied terrain that includes massive granite boulders alongside mature oaks, palms, and pines. At $22 per night, it offers travelers a straightforward way to step away from urban routines without
Sydney – A short video shared online recently captured a gentle moment inside one of the city’s lively dining spots. A woman approached an Australian white ibis that had settled comfortably on a table near a window, its long beak and distinctive plumage on full display amid the usual restaurant bustle. The interaction unfolded with
Las Vegas continues to draw travelers seeking distinctive experiences, and the Sphere stands out as one of its most distinctive venues. Recent shifts in ticket availability have made attendance at upcoming shows more attainable for a wider range of visitors. This development arrives as many plan fall and winter getaways, offering a practical window to
I arrived in Jamestown, New York, on a quiet summer afternoon, the kind of small-city arrival that immediately signals a slower pace and genuine local pride. The National Comedy Center stood ready with its collection of artifacts and interactive exhibits, all centered on the life and legacy of Lucille Ball. The annual festival built around
Porter Airlines has reached a notable milestone this year, marking two decades of connecting travelers across Canada and beyond. To honor the occasion, the airline has introduced a collection of blind-box keepsakes that invite passengers and enthusiasts to engage with its story in a playful way. Among the items lies a particularly uncommon prize: a
Summer road trips often bring higher fuel costs, especially when national averages hover above four dollars per gallon. OnePay, a financial technology company with connections to Walmart, has introduced a targeted promotion that returns at least one dollar per gallon on qualifying gas purchases. The offer runs on Wednesdays through September 15 and stacks with
