Heather Greenwood Davis
Freelance Writer and On-Air Travel Expert
AFAR, Conde Nast Traveler, National Geographic, Travel + Leisure, CTV, CHCH +++

Heather Greenwood Davis is a trailblazer. She is the first (and only) Black woman to have a travel column in both of Canada's national newspapers, The Toronto Star and The Globe & Mail. For 20 years she's told travel stories that encourage parents to raise global citizens without sacrificing their own travel dreams. Her stories have always gone far beyond family travel, to embrace a "transformational travel" philosophy in luxury spaces. Culture, HIstory and Human connection are at the centre of her work. That award-winning writing appears in National Geographic (where she has been a Contributing Editor, Contributing Writer and Columnist), AFAR, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler, among many others.

Heather has appeared on, and hosted, travel segments on television shows across North America including CTV's The Social; CHCH Morning Live, Good Morning America and CBS Sunday Morning. Her work with brands on SMTs and sponsored content always reflect a genuine partnership. She is also a frequent guest on podcasts and radio programs. She hosted the award-winning podcast Tarmac Warriors, and was a guest columnist on CBC's The Last Chapter. .

Among her many awards, National Geographic's 2012 "Travelers of the Year" honour, awarded to her family after their yearlong, non-stop, family trip around the world, remains a treasured acknowledgement of her work. She has also been honoured with awards from SATW, TMAC, ASJA and the FTA, where she was named 2020's Person of the Year.

Heather lives in Toronto, Canada with her husband Ish and her sons Ethan and Cameron. Reach her on social media @ByHeatherGD on Instagram.


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    Sleep Travel Destinations | The Social


    uploaded 18 Nov 2024 3:29am

    A tour of travel hot spots that make R&R their top priority.

    Co-hosted by Melissa Grelo, Cynthia Loyst, Andrea Bain and correspondent Jess Allen, The Social brings a fresh perspective on the up-to-the-minute news, pop culture, and lifestyle …

    Get, Set, Go on a trip with older adults


    uploaded 18 Nov 2024 3:26am

    Travel wants and needs change as we age, and there's nothing wrong with that! Travel is meant for all to enjoy in their own way. Travel writer Heather Greenwood Davis recently took a trip with her mom and she shared her tips on travelling with an older …

    Get Set, Go with 3 ways to feel better after the post-Christmas blues


    uploaded 11 Oct 2023 8:27am

    The holidays are quickly coming to an end, but Heather Greenwood Davis can brighten your spirits if you're feeling those post-Christmas blues.

    She shared three ways to make you feel better, which includes traveling and saving money.

    Hot honeymoon destinations | The Social


    uploaded 11 Oct 2023 8:25am

    From Swiss skiing to your own White Lotus moment, Heather Greenwood Davis highlights the year’s hot spots for honeymoons on any budget.

    WATCH MORE debates from The Social here: https://bit.ly/2m8jyqN

    Co-hosted by Melissa Grelo, Cynthia Loyst, Lainey …

    The best day hikes in Canada | The Social


    uploaded 11 Oct 2023 8:21am

    Travel expert Heather Greenwood Davis shares some of the most beautiful hiking spots available from coast to coast to coast.

    WATCH MORE debates from The Social here: https://bit.ly/2m8jyqN

    Co-hosted by Melissa Grelo, Cynthia Loyst, Lainey Lui and …

    Four island vacations you've never heard of | The Social


    uploaded 11 Oct 2023 8:20am

    Travel expert Heather Greenwood Davis shares her top global picks for tropical island vacations without the crowds!

    WATCH MORE debates from The Social here: https://bit.ly/2m8jyqN

    Co-hosted by Melissa Grelo, Cynthia Loyst, Andrea Bain and correspondent …
    Stories
    03 Jun 2025

    Must-visit Canadian hotels on The Social CTV
    24 Apr 2025

    The Bear Necessities

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    On a multigenerational trip to Churchill, Manitoba, Heather Greenwood Davis discovers that the joy of a bucket-list Polar Bear experience is multiplied when you share it with kids
    13 Mar 2025

    Find out why Sandals St. Vincent and the Grenadines is one of the World's Greatest Places 2025
    06 Feb 2025

    Chatting with the ladies of The Social about some of the places you can get your Cowboy vacation this year
    14 Nov 2024

    The eco-resort will carry on its founder's legacy of sustainability, maintaining several initiatives such as harvesting rainwater for use by guests, and electricity powered by on-site wind turbines...
    02 Oct 2024

    Saba is a hiking gem!
    19 Sep 2024

    AmaWaterways Soulful Experiences itineraries put a Black history focus on its guided tours along the rivers of Europe, Egypt and Colombia. Heather Greenwood Davis has never felt so at ease while...
    19 Sep 2024

    A look at the brand new Sandals St. Vincent and the Grenadines
    06 Sep 2024

    A refresher on the beauty that is the Coromandel in New Zealand