My name is Owity; I travel for food and culture and to experience surreal landscapes around the globe. From towering limestones in southern Thailand to the concrete jungles of New York City, I enjoy it all!
Currently, I am slowly traveling full-time. I spend two to six weeks in each destination and experience exciting weekend day trips. At times throughout the year, I return home to Canada for a month or two to catch up with family and friends.
Throughout my travel blog, you’ll find many in-depth guides for places I’ve been to that include everything you need to know about a destination: the best things to do, when you should visit, restaurant and hotel recommendations, tips, and so much more!
You’ll also find guides on avoiding scams in some destinations. When I was young, I remember times when my family and I were scammed when traveling; it happens! Because of this, I enjoy sharing with others what to look out for along their travels to avoid scams!
Travel Advisor
While most people enjoy traveling, many don’t share the same enthusiasm for planning a trip. For me, half the fun lies in sitting at my computer, diving into meticulous research about the places I plan to visit. The whole process of trip planning and learning about new destinations are true passions of mine.
Often, I find myself spending my downtime watching documentaries about various locations, only to get swept up in an hour of in-depth research on a destination I don’t have immediate plans to visit—yet I can’t help but think, “One day, soon.”
You could say I’m a natural planner! That’s why, for over a year now, I’ve helped many clients plan their trips with our services. As a travel planner, I thrive on assisting clients to craft their perfect trips. It often feels like I’m embarking on the journey with them!
I thoroughly enjoy the entire process, from our video consultation calls where we discuss their travel plans and share excitement about their trip to creating personalized itineraries with the best activities, restaurants, and experiences tailored just for them. The most rewarding part is hearing how much my clients enjoyed the trips I meticulously planned for them!
Personal Travels
Since I was a kid, I’ve loved to travel. I remember when my mother would tell me we were going to a new destination, my next question was, when? And I would start counting the days!
There’s nothing more exciting to me than visiting somewhere new and unfamiliar, and I’ve been that way since I was young. Having visited many places as a child, including Egypt, the Netherlands, England, Italy, Dubai, and more, my craving for travel hasn’t stopped since!
Wander unfamiliar streets, appreciate the landscape of a new destination, dine at local restaurants, try new foods, and smile and say hello to locals in their native language (I’m Canadian; we’re known for being friendly, haha).
Inspiration for Travel Hiatus
I started Travel Hiatus to share my travels with others, but more importantly, to persuade others to book that vacation or take a step back in life, take a Hiatus, and go Travel.
The definition of Hiatus is: “A break or interruption in the continuity of a work, series, action, etc..” — Basically, it means an extended break in one’s life from a cycle of something.
Taking a break is essential in life, and if you can travel while doing so, it gives your mind a sense of ease that you won’t find at home.
The constant, continuous routine life many of us live from Mon to Fri makes us forget how essential it is to relax, reset, or, you know .. take a Hiatus!
So whether you’re considering taking a vacation or possibly planning to travel for a month or a few abroad as you figure out what you want out of life, I hope my guides, experiences, and inspiration assist you along the way!
Foodie
I am food-obsessed, to say the very least. As soon as I know I’m visiting a new destination, I instantly go on Google Maps and start looking at the best food spots for that destination. Then, I mark them so I can visit them there.
From street food to fine dining and everything in between. I love to try food in all settings. But my favourite food moments worldwide have always been at local restaurants where you’ll spot an old lady cooking your meal!
I also enjoy visiting legendary restaurants worldwide, which have been around for 50+ years and have withstood the test of time. Such establishments fascinate me!
My favorite foodie places are Tokyo, Bangkok, Seoul, and New York City.
Culture
Experiencing new cultures and admiring how others live their lives around the world is a significant reason why I travel, and I prioritize visiting non-touristy areas, cultural centers, and museums.
Broadening my perspective, understanding the diversity of a new place, and encouraging myself to be open-minded allow me to better understand the locals’ culture, atmosphere, and way of life.
My idol is Anthony Bourdain. His tenacity and appreciation for culture and food are world-recognized. I greatly admire how he humbly embraced new cultures worldwide, exploring many different settings, and I aspire to do the same as I make my way around the globe!