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Small group trips for solo travellers + custom trip planning Intimate + authentic experiences, off-the-beaten-path.

Pretty sites and delicious meals aside, embarking abroad gives us opportunities to think on our feet, find our way in the world without wifi, trust the guidance of others, use our bodies to conquer natural landscapes, and take risks. Ultimately, it is the times that we allow ourselves to nurture wild ambitions do we walk away feeling a little more sure of ourselves, a little more confident (badass

, really). Origin Travels was started to empower women to boldly explore the wild, beautiful world in the company of a group of self-identifying, young women + skilled guide. Our itineraries strive to connect you to your roots, and structured to give you a taste of your surroundings with options to customize your adventure to your interests and budget with epic add-ons, like morning yoga classes, or surf-lessons.

04/24/2026

Ontario summers outside? Hallelujah 🫶🏻

Morning coffee by the water? Hallelujah
Jumping into a glassy, refreshing lake? Hallelujah
Hiking trails to unbelievable views? Hallelujah
Sunsets that quiet your brain? Hallelujah
Late-night campfire conversations about everything and nothing? Hallelujah

Explore more Ontario this year - hiking + camping in the underrated Lake Superior area or paddle and Pilates with a Fall colours backdrop - pick your vibe and join a new group of friends playing outside! Dm me for all trip details🌱

04/19/2026

I love a big city but this just wasn’t it for me 🤷‍♀️ I just felt like it wasn’t very memorable, gave big biz travel vibes and there wasn’t really much to do. I’d skip it to spend more time in other parts of Thailand, hbu?

04/15/2026

My first group trip was when I was 18, fresh out of high school.

I went to New York City with a huge group on a huge bus and it felt like we were being shuttled from stop to stop, ticking off the “things tourists want to see in NYC” list box by box.

After that, I never really saw group trips as something for me.

Over the years, I’d hear stories from coworkers and acquaintances about their experiences, and it reinforced that feeling. The way they described it, everything felt rushed and disconnected. Where the day looked like driving to the next stop, a quick afternoon activity, a late night of partying and then waking up to do it all over again. Ending the trip having breezed through all these places, not even remembering what was where.

Some of them talked about feeling out of place too, being the only solo traveler in a group of couples, or feeling like everyone had already found their clique and it was hard to break in.

Then I went to India with Origin Travels, and it completely changed my perspective.

It had the ease of vacation mixed with adventure. Everything was taken care of, in a way that created more space instead of less. I wasn’t thinking about logistics or what came next, I could actually be present fully in the moment.

Some of my favorite memories from group trips aren’t the big landmarks. They’re the small moments and the people I shared them with. The singalong in the car, the silly moments at dinner. The poolside board games that got competitive, the happy hour conversations about dating and skincare routines. The miss you already group chat messages that come through days after the trip.

I used to think group travel wasn’t for me, but I just hadn’t experienced the right kind of it yet. It’s hard to put into words the magic that happens on OT trips, a place where everyone can show up as authentically themselves. Be curious and explore the world through movement and cultural immersion. Cont’d in comments

04/12/2026

This might be a hot take but I’d skip Santorini 👀 yes the views are pretty and you want that sunset shot and good food BUT you can get all of those experiences on other islands in Greece that are way less crowded

Are you skipping Santorini?

Looking to explore around your 9-5 through movement and cultural immersion? Follow for active adventures, trip ideas and travel tips to help you live a wildly memorable life + dm for custom trip planning

04/10/2026

If you like food (ie. feta cheese + seafood), beaches, parties, boats, breathtaking views and a dash of history, this Greece trip is for you🇬🇷

🌺 Fly into Athens and spend a couple of days here. Most people leave immediately and I think that’s a huge mistake.
Things to do:
- Get custom sandals made
- Happy hour on a rooftop with a view of the Acropolis
- Climb Lucabettus Hill for panoramic views at sunset
- Get a frappe on the Plakka stairs

🐙Ferry to Milos - a chill island with a unique landscape (literally feels like you’re on the moon?!)
- Do a full day boat tour (someone bring a speaker and play the Mamma Mia soundtrack for elite vibes)
- Hang out and cliff jump at Sarakiniko Beach
- Go out for a seafood dinner

🪩Ferry to Ios - this is the place you go when you’re feeling young and fun and ready to lose some sleep. This is the wilder and more budget friendly alternative to Mykonos
- Spend a day at Far Out Beach Club
- Go out for a wild night (if you end at Sweet Irish Dream and it’s light outside on your walk home, you’ve done it right)
- Do a chill beach day

🏝️Ferry to Paros - this charming and relaxed island is what you need right now. It’s fairly quiet and charming with its whitewashed villages and beautiful beaches
- Explore the capital Parikia
- Rent a quad and explore the island
- Relax at the beach - there’s so many to choose from whether you’re looking for something more lively or remote. You can’t go wrong! Kolymbithres Beach is great for swimming and tanning, while Golden Beach is great if you like windsurfing

Ferry to Athens and fly home✈️

04/07/2026

It’s not an island but it’s only accessible by ferry or plane and has that slow, coastal feel with jaw-dropping scenery, seriously good food and a stretch of the BC Ale Trail with some great local breweries. Only a 40 minute ferry from Vancouver, it feels worlds away. Here’s my guide to 72 hours on the Sunshine Coast, BC:

🍃Day 1:
7:30am ferry from Horseshoe Bay, Vancouver (make sure you have a reservation with BC ferries)
Arrive at Gibson’s and immediately grab a coffee flight, cinnamon bun donut (I’d take the ferry over just for this donut) and a breakfast wrap at Beachcomber
Get onto Highway 101 and stop for a beach hang or a hike along the way (like the Triangle Lake trail)
Check into the Rockwater Secret Cove Resort and enjoy the afternoon - they have a tree-top boardwalk, areas to hang out by the water, lawn and board games and kayaks you can rent. Get dinner at the restaurant and make s’mores by the fire (they set up a s’mores station for guests every night)

🌿Day 2:
Wake up to the fresh air and ocean breeze, make yourself a coffee in the cabin and indulge in a slow morning
Go to Juno for brunch - everything is soooo good! It’s gorgeous inside, the iced latte was outstanding and we loved everything we ordered (the brunch bowl and bacon cheddar cheeseburger)
Walk around and pop into the little shops in Sechelt
Go back to the Rockwater and enjoy a sunset paddle
Go to the Shed for pizza (and live music with a hanging in the backyard feel)

🌸Day 3:
Savour your last morning at the resort. Sit with a book and cup of coffee on your deck, go down to the water, take the kayaks out for one last paddle
Do another hike or check out a beach. Smugglers Cove Provincial Park has the iconic loop with boardwalk, rocky coastline and pretty views
Grab a flight and dinner at Persephone, it’s right by the ferry terminal so it’s the perfect ending to your trip. You can sip your beer and chat with the chickens, walk around the 11 acre property and enjoy one of the patios. I looooved all the ciders they have and grabbed a pack of the strawberry sours to take home

Is the Sunshine Coast on your list?

04/05/2026

Nara deer park in Japan - would you see it or skip it?

04/02/2026

“Should I run a group trip or retreat?”💭

Retreats can be one of the most powerful ways to grow your business, build deeper connections with your community, and create unforgettable experiences… but only if they’re done right.

Join me for a FREE mini course online where we’ll talk about how to get started, get clarity on your positioning and my seven best tips to get started. Attendees will receive a workbook to help you take the next step in building your dream trip.

Register at the link in bio!

03/30/2026

Gaudí’s work is iconic, instantly recognizable, and almost defines what Barcelona looks like. But with so many sites and timed entries, should you see it all or skip it?

Antoni Gaudí’s masterpieces are everywhere in the city, from the Sagrada Família (still incomplete lol), Park Güell, Casa Batlló, La Pedrera — each one unlike anything else in the world. What I love most is how his style has become so iconic: whimsical yet architectural genius, organic yet grand. Every corner of Barcelona carries a piece of his imagination, and walking through it feels like stepping inside someone’s dreams.

We did a DIY version and booked some of the sites but it was logistically tough, you have to get timed entry and figure out how you’re getting across the city from one to the next so if I was doing it again I would do a guided tour. And then you get more information and context into what you’re actually seeing and the significance of it.

My tips:
-Do a guided tour — you get context, skip the stress of timing, and don’t have to juggle buses and tickets.
-Choose a tour that’s led by a local guide so your money stays local
-Wear comfortable shoes (it’s more walking than you think)
-Take photos and notes (I like writing things in my notes app to remember the details later because it’s a lot of info all at once)

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