Est. Dublin · Currently: Somewhere New

Irish girl, itchy feet,
and a fork in one hand.

I'm Lauren, I make honest, first-impressions travel and food videos from wherever the next flight is going, real prices, real reactions, and the occasional questionable meal.

Lauren Cotter travel content — Osaka 📍 Currently editing: Osaka
Travel Vlogs Food Tours City Guides Christmas Markets Brand Collabs
Lauren Cotter on the road
About

Real reactions, honest first impressions.

I've built my channel around the moments most travel content skips: what things actually cost, whether the food lives up to the hype, and what it's really like trying a new dish for the first time on camera.

From snowmobiling across Icelandic glaciers to hunting down the best gyros in Athens and surviving my first Jollibee order in the Philippines, I document trips the way I'd tell a friend about them, unfiltered, a little chaotic, always honest.

Alongside filming, I write shorter city guides and photo-spot round-ups for readers who want the highlights without the 15-minute watch.

Lauren

Portfolio

Latest field footage

A selection of recent travel and food videos — tap any card to watch on YouTube.

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📍 Bangkok, Thailand

9 Secret Spots That Saved My Bangkok Trip

Stripping away the tourist traps and traffic jams to find Bangkok's hidden gems.

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📍 Little Manila, New York City

Only Eating Filipino Food for 24 Hours

A full day exploring Little Manila in NYC, eating only Filipino food from morning to night.

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📍 Iceland

3 Days in Iceland — 2025 Prices

A full cost breakdown of a 3-day Iceland trip, from glacier snowmobiling to hunting the Northern Lights.

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📍 Athens, Greece

Best Places to Eat in Athens

A local food tour through Athens — traditional pies, moussaka, loukoumades, and the city's best gyros.

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📍 Boracay, Philippines

Is Boracay Worth the Hype?

First impressions of Boracay's beaches, nightlife, and food — an honest verdict on paradise.

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📍 Manila, Philippines

First Impressions of Manila

One jam-packed day in Manila — Rizal Park, Intramuros, Binondo's Chinatown, and Jollibee for the first time.

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📍 Manila, Philippines

Trying Jollibee for the First Time

Chickenjoy, spaghetti, and peach mango pie — an Irish first-timer's honest take on a Filipino fast-food icon.

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📍 Prague, Czech Republic

3 Days in Prague

A full Prague itinerary with real prices — where to stay, the best bars, and the top photo spots in the city.

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📍 Strasbourg, France

Strasbourg Christmas Market

Exploring the "Capital of Christmas" — market stalls, mulled wine, and Alsace's festive food scene.

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📍 Colmar, France

Colmar Christmas Markets

A fairytale wander through Colmar's holiday markets — crafts, bakeries, and Alsace's seasonal treats.

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📍 Marrakech, Morocco — Riad Baya

Marrakech Morocco Travel Guide — 4 Day Itinerary

A hosted stay and full content package for Riad Baya, covering the riad's courtyard pool, rooms, and a 4-day Marrakech itinerary with prices.

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Case Study · Brand Partnership

Riad Baya, Marrakech

A full content package for Riad Baya — long-form YouTube travel guide, an Instagram reel, and a courtyard photo series shot on location.

Instagram Reels

Short-form brand content

A selection of branded reels, tap through to watch on Instagram.

Case Study · Brand Partnership

Eagle Creek Luggage

A multi-country content series for Eagle Creek — travelling across Europe and Southeast Asia with hand luggage only, shot on location from Thai beaches to jungle gardens.

Case Study · Brand Partnership

AVANI+ Riverside Bangkok

A hosted stay for AVANI+ Riverside Bangkok, covering the rooftop infinity pool, river views, and an in-room birthday surprise, across photos and short-form video.

Collaborations

Brands I've worked with

A running passport of partnerships across hospitality, tours, and travel gear.

Taste Vodka
Krakow
Sailing
Lisbon
Rome
Vespa Tour
Mountaineers
of Iceland
AVANI
Hotels
Secret
Pillow
Tour
Scanner
Eagle
Creek
Get Your
Guide
Tourism Authority
of Thailand
Let's Work Together

Got a destination in mind?

Whether it's a hosted trip, a food tour, or a brand collaboration — I'd love to hear the details. Reach out on Instagram or drop me an email and I'll get back to you.

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Audience stats, past collaborations, and rates are available on request.