I’m Cathy Donaldson, a travel and lifestyle writer with a passion for sharing stories about destinations close to home in Atlantic Canada and around the world. I have more than 30 years experience as a reporter, photographer, columnist and communications consultant.

Today, I specialize in crafting engaging narratives and providing quality photos that highlight:
✈️ Travel Adventures – 50+ travel, women’s travel and multigenerational adventure.
💡 Women’s Health – Menopause, healthy aging and wellness strategies that empower women to live their best lives.
🌿 Lifestyle Insights – Practical tips for finding balance, happiness and purpose.

Publications: Lonely Planet (2024 Atlantic Canada and Canada guidebooks), Toronto Star, Explore, JourneyWoman, The Boston Globe, CBC Radio, The Halifax Chronicle Herald, The New Brunswick Telegraph Journal, The Moncton Times and Transcript, Family Fun Canada.

Originally from Cape Breton, N.S., I’ve lived across Canada (Halifax, Montreal, Okanagan Valley) and now live in Moncton, N.B. I’ve been married to Keith for 30+ years, have two travel-loving adult daughters and a crazy cat.