Profession(s)

Writer, Photographer

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Biography

Travel writer since 1991. Veteran sustainable and responsible travel expert. One-time travel editor to Executive Woman magazine. Originator of Award-winning and groundbreaking, 'Take the Kids' guidebook series. I appeared on both BBC News 24 and BBC Radio as a family travel specialist. A selection of my photography appears on movie sets and on permanent exhibition in the USA. Splits residency between London, NY State, Los Angeles and Quebec. In-depth knowledge of lesser trodden destinations esp across North America, including Canada.
@haltrusz
http://www.helentruszkowski.com

Recent & Upcoming Trips

South Africa (December 2026), Catskills NY (June 2026), Montreal, Ottowa, Toronto (March 2026),

Destination Expertise

United Kingdom (UK), North America, Caribbean, Southern Africa, Canada, United States of America (USA)

Specialisms

Couples Travel, Dog-Friendly Travel, Ecotourism, Ethical or Responsible Travel, Family Travel, Hotel Reviews, Luxury Travel, Over 50s, Photography, Safaris, Sustainable Travel

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