Category Archives: Writing

Wandering Wagars Wins Prestigious Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Award

Wandering Wagars wins Best Travel Blog at the 2024 Lowell Thomas Travel Media Awards

Istanbul, Turkiye – November 10, 2024 Kevin Wagar, acclaimed travel writer, blogger, and photographer, has been recognized with a second-place award in the prestigious Lowell Thomas Travel Media Awards competition for his website, Wandering Wagars. Presented by the Society of American Travel Writers Foundation (SATW), the Lowell Thomas Awards are among the most esteemed honors […]

Monemvasia, Greece: Lost in a Labyrinth of Time, Olives, And Wine

Sunset over Monemvasia Greece

Adapting to the new world of independent publishing by finding my voice. With the Googlepocalypse hitting independent and small creators across the globe, I was faced with a dilemma. Continue doing things the “SEO” way or adapt, evolve, and redefine what it means for me to be a travel writer. I opted to change and […]

Kevin Wagar Takes Home Two Society of American Travel Writers Canadian Chapter Awards

Fisherman casting his net in front of Khao Phing Kan (James Bond Island) in Phuket, Thailand

Toronto, Ontario – November 27, 2024 – Travel writer and photographer Kevin Wagar has been recognized with two awards from the Canadian Chapter of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW). Wagar received the top prize for Best Travel Service Story for his article “Flying With A Baby: Tips For Your Infant’s First Time On […]

Kevin Wagar Nominated For Five Awards At The Inaugural TBEX Travel Awards

Woman in a headscarf in the Sahara Desert near Merzouga, Morocco

Rick Calvert, the CEO of TBEX (Travel Blogger Exchange) announced today that Kevin Wagar was nominated in five categories in the organizations first-ever TBEX Travel Awards to be held at the annual North American convention in San Juan Puerto Rico. Kevin will be in attendance and will have the opportunity to address the conference during […]

Visiting Kayakoy: The Fascinating Ghost Town In Turkiye

Kayakoy Ghost Village in Turkiye

The history and beauty of Kayakoy, Turkiye’s “Ghost Village” is captivating. Our tips for experiencing the secrets of Kayakoy will help uncover this hidden gem. Tourists line the boulevards and beaches of Fethiye Turkiye. Relaxation and entertainment are the name of the game of this tourist center along the shores of Turkiye’s “Turquoise Coast.” Yet just […]

Visiting The Karen Hill Tribes Near Chiang Mai: How A Family Travel Experience Opened A Dialogue On Ethical Tourism In Thailand

A woman from the long neck karen hill tribe weaves a blanket

Although my family had seen photos of the hill tribes of Thailand, nothing could really prepare us for the reality of visiting the Karen tribes near the city of Chiang Mai. Our visit wasn’t the one that we had hoped for. It wasn’t one that “lived up to our expectations.” But visiting the Karen hill […]

It’s Nice To Know You Neighbour – Discovering Mississauga – Visit Mississauga

Living in the GTA, I’ve always considered Mississauga to be “That city next door.” It’s a city that’s been thrown around as an afterthought, but not a place that we’ve ever thought to explore. You see, my family travels a lot. Since my wife and I began our explorations around the world, I’ve visited over […]

A Family Outdoor Adventure In Windsor Essex – The Windsorite

Since the birth of my kids, my family has made regular visits down to Ontario’s Southwest to explore the region’s wonders. Each time we visit, we’re introduced to new cities, towns, and attractions. Towns like Leamington, Amherstburg, and Kingsville draw us in with incredible restaurants, cafes, and museums. But the part of Ontario’s deep south […]