Tamara Elliott is an award-winning travel writer, photographer and one of Canada’s top travel experts. She’s the founder of Globe Guide, which offers savvy tips for exploring destinations around the world while showcasing unique experiences. Tamara has explored 80+ countries, and specializes in adventure travel, wellness, glamping, wine tourism and luxury accommodations.

Her work has appeared in publications including Outside Magazine, Reader’s Digest, Lonely Planet, National Geographic (Spain) and AFAR, and she has been featured by Frommer’s, Fodor’s The Globe and Mail, National Post and MoneySense Magazine. Tamara appears in on-air travel segments on Global News, CTV and News Talk 770, and is a member of the SATW, ATTA and TMAC. She was named as one of Canada’s most accomplished millennials by Flare Magazine, and one of Canada’s top travel influencers by Readers’ Digest.

Tamara is also the founder and travel editor of The Gorge Guide, which focuses on the best experiences in the Columbia River Gorge. She is based in Calgary, Alberta.

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AWARDS

• TMAC 2023- Honourable mentions for Best Outdoor Sport or Recreation story for Snorkeling between two continents in Iceland’s Silfra Fissure and People’s Choice Photo of the Year Award
• TMAC 2022- Best Illustrated Feature- 10 incredible things to do during winter in Iceland and honourable mention for Best Spirit of Canada-10 reasons to love Calgary, Alberta
• TMAC 2021- Best Online Travel Column & Blog, honourable mention
• TMAC 2020- Best Visual Storytelling- Jaisalmer sightseeing: The ultimate guide for exploring India’s golden city
• Best Visual Storytelling honourable mention: An idyllic adventure cruise through Costa Rica and Panama
  
• TMAC 2019– Best Adventure Travel story- Belize’s ATM cave tour: Where adventure meets Mayan sacrifices
• Caribbean Travel Organization– Best Blog Posting- Belize’s ATM cave tour: Where adventure meets Mayan sacrifices
• TMAC 2016– Best Service Feature, second place- Secret tips and tricks for booking Aeroplan flight rewards
• Best Service Feature, honourable mention- The ultimate list of apres-ski spots in Alberta’s Rocky Mountains

Global News

New travel experiences across Canada- Calgary
Cost-saving tips for trips to sunny destinations- Edmonton
Travel rewards help cut costs on summer vacations amid rising prices- Calgary interview
Gift ideas for outdoor adventures- Edmonton and Calgary TV segments
Fun fall getaways in Alberta- Edmonton and Calgary TV segments
Gift ideas for the traveller in your life who can’t travel right now- Edmonton TV interview
What it’s like to travel to Mexico right now- Edmonton and Calgary TV interviews
Best hikes to see the golden larches– Calgary TV interview
Fun fall adventures in Alberta– Calgary TV interview
Best Canadian road trips– Edmonton TV interview
Safe summer travels– Calgary TV interview
Spring break savings– Calgary TV interview
Winter travel deals from YYC– Calgary TV interview
Planning a winter getaway: Chasing the sun, exploring the Rockies or enjoying Calgary
Budget-friendly long weekend destinations– Calgary TV interview
Top places in Canada to enjoy a winter getaway– Calgary TV interview
Hot jobs: Here’s how to design a freelance career that works for you
Bucket list summer travel spots– Calgary TV interview
Royal wedding spirit hits Calgary– Calgary TV interview
The importance of travel insurance– Calgary TV interview
Fun winter activitites in Alberta– Calgary TV interview
What to look for when booking a hotel room– Calgary TV interview
Exploring Canada’s hidden gems– Calgary TV interview
The best smartphone cases for travellers– Calgary TV interview
Camping advice from Globe Guide– Calgary TV interview
Explore Alberta: Small town festivals– Calgary TV interview
Explore Alberta: Small town festivals– Edmonton TV interview
Surviving the Slump: Travel Alberta without breaking the bank– Calgary TV interview

Reader’s Digest

10 Canadian Travel Influencers Who Will Inspire You to Pack Your Bags
Epic Experiences Along Alberta’s Icefields Parkway

AFAR Magazine
Romance in the Maldives
Only in the Maldives
Idyllic beaches of the Maldives
Top Attractions in the Maldives
Top Restaurants in the Maldives

Air Transat

Facebook Live hosting- Lisbon and London Vacation Series

Air Canada Vacations

Instagram Live co-hosting- Visiting Aruba

CTV News

How to use hotel reviews– Calgary TV interview

Outside Magazine

The Mexico You Don’t Know– Baja photography features

MEDIA FEATURES

Destination Canada

Find yourself in Calgary, Canada

National Post

Travelling Solo: Women travel writers on the challenges of going alone

Vancouver Sun

The 10 best travel apps to plan your next vacation

AM 770

St Maarten recovering from Hurricane Irma
What to do before heading on vacation
Winter vacations in Canada
Mountain getaways
Packing light
Different ways to go camping
Solo travel
R&R in the mountains
Calgary Stampede tips

Travel Babbo

Best Instagram accounts for travel inspiration

Expedia

10 travel experts share their must-visit destinations

Trivago’s Room 5

The Weekend Escape: Travel Alberta from Jasper to Waterton

CMH Blog

4 ways to recharge in Banff after the Calgary Stampede
Where to dine in Banff now
British Columbia’s Bugaboos: The birthplace of heli-adventures

Tourism Saskatoon

Saskatoon’s sweet sips

Times of Israel

Travel bloggers share their favourite things about Israel

A Luxury Travel Blog

10 things every luxury hotel room should have

Johnny Jet

Travel Style- Tamara Elliott

Wise Bread

15 Airport Hacks from Professional Travelers

iTrip Vacations

Best food cities selected by 11 travel experts

The Professional Hobo

A Week in the Life of Tamara in Colombia

We Said Go Travel

Travel Influencer Series: Globe Guide

15 Best Travel Blogs To Follow In 2023