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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Princess Cruises Returns to Greenland in 2028

Princess Cruises has placed Greenland back on its 2028 schedule with a Fire & Ice sailing aboard the Caribbean Princess. The decision follows an ice disruption that kept the line from reaching Nanortalik during its planned 2024 voyage. Travelers who have long hoped to explore this remote corner of the North Atlantic now have a

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Mobile: Where America’s Mardi Gras Began

Mobile, Alabama sits on the edge of the Gulf, a city whose layered past reaches back centuries before many travelers first hear its name. The community claims the oldest organized Mardi Gras celebration in the United States, a tradition that began in 1703 and continues with mystic societies, parades, and elaborate floats each year. A

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What Moving to Maui Taught One Family

Maui welcomed Paloma, her partner, their children, and their pets after they left the mainland behind. The relocation across the Pacific brought the expected logistics of ocean freight and inspections, yet it also introduced a deeper shift in daily rhythm and priorities. Their experience highlights the practical steps and quiet adjustments that come with settling

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Hyatt Milestone Rewards Grow With Every 10 Nights

Frequent travelers often discover that loyalty programs hold quiet advantages beyond the obvious points and elite status. World of Hyatt stands out with its Milestone Rewards, a system that grants additional benefits after every 10 nights stayed at participating properties. This approach turns routine bookings into a steady path toward meaningful extras that enhance the

Sunset reflecting across Victoria’s Inner Harbour beside red flower beds and marina boats.
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I Finally Visited Victoria, BC — What Took Me So Long?

In my twenties, I lived in Vancouver while attending Vancouver Film School. Victoria was right there — just across the water — and somehow, I never went. At the time, Vancouver had a very different energy, and so did I. I was young, immersed in school and, like most twenty-somethings, probably assumed there would always

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O'Hare International Airport Prepares Its First New Concourse in Two Years for American and United Travelers

Chicago O’Hare International Airport stands at the center of countless journeys, where the daily rhythm of arrivals and departures shapes connections across the country and beyond. A major redevelopment is bringing tangible improvements that will soon reshape how passengers move through the facility, beginning with the opening of a new concourse dedicated to serving both

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Dolly Parton's Tennessee: Smoky Mountain Destinations That Honor Her Legacy

Tennessee’s eastern hills have long drawn visitors seeking the quiet strength of the Appalachians, and few figures embody that landscape more fully than Dolly Parton. Her life and work remain woven into the fabric of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and the surrounding Great Smoky Mountains, offering travelers a tangible way to connect with the region she

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New York’s Late-Night IMAX Draws Film Pilgrims

New York City – In the quiet hours before dawn, when most of the city rests, a steady stream of film enthusiasts arrives at one particular theater on the Upper West Side. They come prepared with adjusted sleep schedules and a clear sense of purpose, drawn by the chance to see a major release on

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Kenya Sets New Minimum Health Insurance Levels for Short-Term Visitors

Travelers heading to Kenya for stays shorter than a year will soon need to meet specific health insurance thresholds before arrival. The updated rules stem from the Social Health Insurance Act of 2023 and aim to ensure visitors carry adequate protection during medical emergencies. Implementation details continue to take shape, with enforcement expected to tie

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College Football Reaches London

London – American college football is crossing the Atlantic once more. After successful games in Dublin, the sport is set to debut in the British capital with Arizona State facing Kansas at Wembley Stadium on September 19. The move opens new possibilities for fans who combine game days with European travel. ([1]) Dublin Sets the

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Antarctica Cruises Deliver Unparalleled Mental Restoration

Antarctica remains one of the few places on Earth where travelers can experience complete separation from digital networks, vast ice landscapes, and a quality of silence rarely found elsewhere. For those seeking wellness through genuine disconnection rather than scheduled treatments, the continent offers conditions that traditional resorts struggle to replicate. The combination of limited connectivity,

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Rosario Islands: Colombia’s Reef-Rich Archipelago for Quiet Discovery

The Rosario Islands form a compact archipelago just off Colombia’s Caribbean coast, where clear waters shelter extensive coral formations and secluded coves. Travelers typically reach the area by boat, stepping into shallow bays that open onto vibrant underwater gardens. One such landing point is La Playita on Isla Grande, a sheltered snorkeling spot framed by