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About Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger
Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger (@justinpluslauren) is a Travel creator on Instagram, also filed under Blog personal and Travel Influencers. The account has 64,773 followers and 2,388 published posts. Recent posts average 1,207 likes and 36 comments, an engagement rate of 1.66%.
With 64.8K followers, Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger is a micro creator by the common 10,000 to 100,000 definition. Set against 1,352 accounts followed, the audience works out to about 48 followers per account Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger follows. Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger carries Instagram's verified badge and uses an Instagram professional account. Flinque files Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger under 3 categories, led by Travel and followed by Blog personal and Travel Influencers.
The Instagram bio for Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger runs to 15 words across 4 lines. The bio mentions @ontariohiking. The latest activity Flinque has on record for Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger dates from January 2026.
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2,388 Posts
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Use this guide to plan your own Heated Rivalry walking tour of Hamilton.
PINK TUNNEL (Shamrock Park)
Where Ilya calls Shane from Russia
CIAO BELLA
Where Shane meets his parents for lunch
PALOMA (now closed)
Just across the street from Ciao Bella, this is where Scott and Kip almost dine
RELAY COFFEE
Straw + Berry, NYC smoothie shop
Order the Hollander hot chocolate or attend meetup events for fans on select dates!
MANSION
The nightclub scene!
LE TAMBOUR TAVERN
Where Shane meets Rose
There are 2 drinks on the menu: "Tall, Dark and Hollander" and "Meet Me at the Cottage"
LIUNA STATION
Banquet scenes with Kip & Scott (filmed indoors)
FIRSTONTARIO CONCERT HALL
The MLH Awards and bathroom scene
SHERATON HAMILTON HOTEL
Several hotel scenes
DUNDURN CASTLE
Where Ilya goes for a run in Moscow
WINCHESTER ARMS
Kip's bar
You can walk between all of the locations, except you'll need to drive to Dundurn Castle and then into Dundas for the Winchester Arms.
Heated Rivalry Hamilton | Heated Rivalry Shooting Locations | Heated Rivalry Filming Locations in Hamilton
#heatedrivalry #hamiltonontario #hamont #shanehollander #ilyarozanov
Machu Picchu was one of those places that I couldn't believe I was finally seeing with my own eyes.
Here are some tips and things you might not know about visiting Machu Picchu (save this post for later!)
- You don't need to arrive at the crack of dawn. In fact, the fog might clear a little later in the day! I visited around 11am.
- You don't need to do the 4-day hike (unless you want to!). Take the Vistadome train from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes. Then, take a bus to the Machu Picchu entrance.
- You must bring your passport with you!
- Book your Machu Picchu ticket a few months in advance as only a limited number of tickets are issued per day.
- There are 10 circuits for Machu Picchu and it's a little confusing to know which one to choose. I took Circuit 2 where you can walk the upper and lower areas with the most amazing views. This is the most popular choice. Multiple circuits also means you can visit multiple times for different experiences and treks.
- You might see llamas roaming around the ruins! We saw so many!
- I visited at the beginning of November, which was a great time of year to travel there. Not busy and the weather was wonderful.
- Spend some time in Aguas Calientes after visiting Machu Picchu. Go for lunch, enjoy a coffee, shop at the markets. Even though it is touristy, it's a lovely place.
Do you have any questions about Machu Picchu for me? I'll try my best to help answer them!
#machupicchu #Peru #promperu #wonderoftheworld #aguascalientes
Hamilton has just had a glow-up. It’s the ultimate entertainment centre to gather with your friends and loved ones. It’s a fun night out, all in one place!
Did you know…Splitsville is the only bowling alley in North America where you can wear your own shoes? No more ugly bowling shoes (unless you want to…and in that case, they still have shoe rentals available!).
There are 34 lanes of 10-pin bowling, a massive video game arcade, a restaurant, a bar and a second-floor loft with the best views. You can order food and drink straight to your bowling lane.
We loved the arcade with all the classic games we know and love, plus new ones we’d never played anywhere else.
For a limited time only, use my promo code LAURENY20 to save 20% off your first visit! Visit my profile to book your Splitsville visit today! Expires 3/5/2026, see for more details.
(ad) #SplitsvillePartner #SplitsvilleFun #HamiltonOntario #HamOnt #Bowling
We had soooo much yummy food and drink, plus loved the bookstores, handmade art, vintage wares, and everything we saw along the way. ✨️
We'll start at Tsuchi Cafe on College Street and end at Sushi Momo on Queen Street West.
TSUCHI CAFE
Japanese plant based cafe with food, coffee, tea and the most delicious and beautiful desserts. (And the bathroom even has a Japanese toilet, the besssssst!)
ARTS MARKET
Shop handmade, vintage and wares by Toronto artists, we saw so many cute and wonderful finds
FLYING BOOKS
One of the best bookshops I've visited in a while! Awesome selection.
STEFANO'S DINER
Vegan cafe that we adore, we ordered the mozzarella sticks (not pictured), cappelletti, stacked foccacia sandwich and fried chicken sandwich
PENNY ARCADE
Lovely vintage shop with a retro photo booth at the front of the store
BAD ATTITUDE BREAD
Vegan bakery with freshly baked treats, I had to pick up one of their vegan tiramisus to bring home
HOPELESS ROMANTIC BOOKS
The best smutty bookstore 💕 no Shane or Ilya sightings, unfortunately
ICHA TEA
We bought matcha, banana iced coffee, and adorable little sticker sets!
SUSHI MOMO
Vegan sushi restaurant! Miso soup, mushroom tartare, soba salad, krispy rice and sushi rolls, an amazing end to our day!
Thanks & for such a fun day!
#Toronto #Vegan #WalkingTour #GirlsWalk #CoffeeandTea
I was selected as 's ambassador for their Warm Water on the Go program.
This helps rural families near Cusco, Peru by providing them with solar powered water heaters.
Having regular access to warm water means better hygiene, comfort and health, especially for those living in remote, colder climates like those in the Andes mountains of Peru.
I was honoured to take part in a ceremony at a small Andean village to present the solar water heaters.
I had the opportunity to meet the community leader and local families, seeing firsthand the impact this program has on their daily lives.
The best part? For every Peru trip booked, TripToGo donates $10 to the Warm Water on the Go program!
So, you can feel good about helping local communities when you travel there.
What are some ways that you give back when you travel?❤️
#Peru #GivingBack #Cusco #SustainableTravel #promperu
I wanted to do a little recap of my travels in 2025. I chose my favourite trip each month.
In some cases, I didn't travel much at all or stayed close to home in Ontario. Since we own a home, it's great to enjoy it. I did quite a bit of gardening this year, and I always love hiking here in Ontario, too.
This year, I did a few bucket list trips! We finally went to Japan and that was definitely a trip to remember for the rest of our lives. Justin and I loved it so much.
I finally got to visit Peru and Machu Picchu! I haven't shared too much about that trip yet, other than on my stories, but I'll be sharing so much about it.
Plus, there will be a video coming out about my time in Peru, captured and produced by the New York Times Advertising! I am beyond excited to see it and share it with you.
I wrapped up the year with a trip to the Christmas markets in Germany, Austria and Slovakia. I was dying to return for more Christmas market fun since my visit in 2023.
JANUARY: Vermont girls trip with &
FEBRUARY: 2 weeks in Japan with Justin! Best trip ever!
MARCH: Mexico City vegan tour with
APRIL: Recharging at home with some day trips in Toronto / Ontario
MAY: Enjoying spring in Ontario, worked on a fun day trip to Niagara Falls
JUNE: Saskatoon for the conference, celebrating my birthday with awesome travel bloggers!
JULY: Summer in Ontario, Canada. Took a memorable day trip to Beausoleil Island with
AUGUST: Thunder Bay, hiked the Top of the Giant, a 23km epic bucket list hike with
SEPTEMBER: Grand Rapids with Justin for ArtPrize, I always wanted to experience this epic art competition and it exceeded all my expectations
OCTOBER: A river cruise in France with
NOVEMBER: Peru with & the amazing crew!
DECEMBER: Christmas markets trip to Cologne, Aachen, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Vienna & Bratislava with
Follow for more epic adventures in 2026!
#2025travel #travelwrapped #travelcreator #travelbloggers #2025recap
Here are my top picks for spending a magical Christmas in Vaughan, Ontario:
KLEINBURG
This historic village feels even more special around the holidays.
Don't miss tasting a delicious hot chocolate from (it's sooo good!).
Go for a wintery walk on the trails around the McMichael Art Gallery. They're so peaceful and look perfect with a light dusting of snow.
MAGICAL CHRISTMAS FOREST
Did you know that Vaughan has its own illuminated forest trail? This is a family-friendly event with dazzling lights, games and activities, and photos with Santa in his cabin.
FESTIVE NIGHTS
This is a memorable nighttime experience! Experience a warm and cheery atmosphere created by the characters you'll meet by the glow of old lanterns. Learn about classic holiday traditions through live music and storytelling.
Want to see all of the magical Christmas events in Vaughan? Write "VAUGHAN" and I'll send you the guide!
#VisitYDH #YorkRegion #Vaughan #Kleinburg #OntarioCanada
Here are my top picks for Christmas and festive events for the holiday season.
NIEMI'S CHRISTMAS MARKET
It's one of the best traditional Christmas markets in Ontario. Take a stroll around the outdoor and indoor Scandinavian holiday market that features up to 60 vendors.
FESTIVE NIGHTS
It's a unique opportunity to visit the Village at Black Creek at night, wandering through streets beneath the moonlight. Visit historic buildings and enjoy classic holiday traditions, stories, live music, Christmas choirs and tasty treats.
SLABTOWN ARMOURY
Slabtown Armoury has a Christmas cocktail menu with so many delightful drinks, plus they make gingerbread cider, just for the holidays.
UNIONVILLE
This historic village is magical for the holidays! Main Street and the shops are decorated beautifully. It's the real life "Stars Hollow".
MAGICAL CHRISTMAS FOREST
It's like stepping into a winter wonderland! This is a family-friendly event with dazzling lights, a Christmas trail, games and activities, and photos with Santa in his cabin.
Want to see all of the magical Christmas events in York Region? Write "YORK REGION" and I'll send you the guide!
#VisitYDH #YorkRegion #Unionville #AuroraOntario #Newmarket
SPIRIT OF THE SEASON (Guelph)
Dates: Dec 5th-7th, 12th-14th
Admission: Free!
There's an outdoor Christmas market with wooden stalls, an indoor Christmas market, roaming entertainment, fire pits, and downtown Guelph looks SO beautiful with the storefronts and buildings all decorated and lit up!
ELORA CHRISTMAS MARKET (Elora)
Dates: November 14th - December 21st (Wed-Sun)
Admission: Free!
While the outdoor Christmas market is small, it looks so gorgeous with the wooden stalls, fire pits and lights. The whole village is decorated so beautifully, and arrive early so you can visit the local shops, too!
OTTAWA CHRISTMAS MARKET (Ottawa)
Dates: November 21st - December 31st (Fri-Sun, daily from Dec 26th-31st)
Admission: Free!
Twinkling lights, wooden booths, festive decorations, food and drink, handmade wares...what more could you want from a holiday market! It's not to be missed.
DISTILLERY WINTER VILLAGE (Toronto)
Dates: November 13th - January 4th (closed on Christmas)
Admission: Free, except Thu-Sun after 4pm and Dec 11th-31st ($15)
It's the OG Christmas market in Ontario. Toronto's Christmas Market, the Distillery Winter Village, has wooden stalls, food and drink, dazzling lights, and it's in a charming setting.
Top tip: Arrive earlier on a weekday for free admission and fewer crowds. If you want to see the lights without the crowds, go after it closes! It's free and beautiful to see. Otherwise, expect crowds and pack your patience.
What's your favourite holiday event in Ontario?
#ChristmasMarkets #DowntownGuelph #GuelphOntario #SpiritoftheSeason #EloraChristmasMarket
The Corolla Cross is the perfect everyday vehicle that gets you to every destination in style and comfort. Fun fact: My Toyota journey started in 2010, and I’ve been a fan ever since!
The two of us headed to the small town of Creemore to visit its quaint shops, restaurants, and cafes. Then, we ventured over to Hoggs Falls, a beautiful waterfall that I'm pleased to check off my bucket list.
#ToyotaCanada #CorollaCross
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Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger (@justinpluslauren) is a Travel creator on Instagram, also filed under Blog personal and Travel Influencers. Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger carries Instagram's verified badge and uses an Instagram professional account. The Instagram bio for Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger runs to 15 words across 4 lines.
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Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger has 64,773 followers on Instagram (64.8K). Set against 1,352 accounts followed, the audience works out to about 48 followers per account Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger follows. With 2,388 posts published, Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger's archive runs well past the 2,000 mark.
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Lauren Yakiwchuk - Travel Blogger's engagement rate on Instagram is 1.66%, between 1% and 3%, or 1 to 3 likes and comments per 100 followers. On a typical post that comes to about 1 like or comment for every 60 followers. An average post collects 1,207 likes and 36 comments, close to 34 likes for each comment.
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