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.
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
A selection of recent travel and food videos — tap any card to watch on YouTube.
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Stripping away the tourist traps and traffic jams to find Bangkok's hidden gems.
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A full day exploring Little Manila in NYC, eating only Filipino food from morning to night.
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A full cost breakdown of a 3-day Iceland trip, from glacier snowmobiling to hunting the Northern Lights.
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08:43
A local food tour through Athens — traditional pies, moussaka, loukoumades, and the city's best gyros.
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08:57
First impressions of Boracay's beaches, nightlife, and food — an honest verdict on paradise.
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One jam-packed day in Manila — Rizal Park, Intramuros, Binondo's Chinatown, and Jollibee for the first time.
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Chickenjoy, spaghetti, and peach mango pie — an Irish first-timer's honest take on a Filipino fast-food icon.
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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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Exploring the "Capital of Christmas" — market stalls, mulled wine, and Alsace's festive food scene.
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A fairytale wander through Colmar's holiday markets — crafts, bakeries, and Alsace's seasonal treats.
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Brand Partner
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.
Watch on YouTube →A full content package for Riad Baya — long-form YouTube travel guide, an Instagram reel, and a courtyard photo series shot on location.
A selection of branded reels, tap through to watch on Instagram.
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.
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.
A running passport of partnerships across hospitality, tours, and travel gear.
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.
Audience stats, past collaborations, and rates are available on request.