Sonya Heath - Travel Consultant

Sonya Heath - Travel Consultant A look inside my FULL life in an EMPTY Nest! Toronto/ Durham based

08/10/2026

It’s always a special time when the family gets to hang out!

We live about 2.5 hours from each other, so getting the whole crew together isn’t easy. As it is, part of the family couldn’t make it from Saskatchewan, Pennsylvania, and others still were working or not able to come. The lovely thing was that we got to hang out, have life-building conversations, sharing our hearts, and these moments will be memories I never forget!

All the brothers in the family have their own families, so it’s harder it is to gather the group, but each time is so special!!

08/07/2026

It’s not like I don’t carry my own bags, but there are times when he grabs mine to be helpful or if the road is difficult, or if we’re in a hurry. I’m always happy to hand them over!

I’m here to book and plan the trip, and he’s here to help me enjoy it! ❤️

08/05/2026

I SWEAR by each one of these!!

1. unlimited data was a life saver! I never had to worry if I had run out of data and lasted for 10 days (one country) for less than 3 days on our providers roaming plan.
2. Luggage wheels are just superior. I tested out different bags and for cobblestone and carpet, they beat out every other brand! Love them!
3. Sleep A30 earbuds were a life saver so many nights with outside noise, and Calm app stories to put me to sleep, even with jet lag!!
4. Compression packing cubes. They definitely helped me pack more when my bag had to be smaller!
5. Travel Insurance! We definitely needed it this year when we missed our flight!
6. Skip the line tickets are a no-brainer when you want to be efficient on your trips!
7. Food tours are next level! You get a great meal (authentic to your country) while learning about the destination! Check out ! They’re next level!
8. shoes have been my favourites for the past 4 years of travel!
9. sidekick bag! It’s a small bag that holds so much! I brought two and they were exceptional for phone, wallet, charger, lipstick, passport, gum etc!
10. Then don’t forget your husband! He’s priceless!❤️

08/01/2026

People always do a double take when I say, "My husband is marrying someone else today." 😂
The truth is, Al is a pastor and has the privilege of officiating weddings—a role he never takes lightly. Watching him stand beside couples as they begin one of the biggest chapters of their lives is something really special.
It also brings back a wonderful memory for me. My dad was a pastor too, and he was the one who officiated our wedding over 30 years ago. Having him pronounce us husband and wife is a memory I'll always treasure.
Life has a funny way of coming full circle. ❤️
Did someone in your family officiate your wedding, or did you choose someone special to do it? I'd love to hear your story!





08/01/2026

Besties have a way of bringing up the Best in you and making life worth living! 🤣 ❤️





07/29/2026

One thing we’ve learned after years of travelling is that the perfect hotel doesn’t have to be the biggest or the fanciest—it just has to fit the destination and the way you travel.

Comment “Handsome” for the link!!

For us, we love those little details that make us feel like we’re really there… like opening the doors to a charming French balcony in Paris. 🇫🇷

When we’re booking a hotel, our priorities are pretty simple:

✨ Great value for the money.
🚆 A location close to public transit or a train station so exploring is easy.
🛏️ Comfortable beds because a good night’s sleep makes every travel day better.
🧼 Spotlessly clean rooms.
❄️ Reliable air-conditioning (especially in the summer!).
🤵‍♂️. Friendly service
⭐ Great reviews from other travellers.

Things that don’t usually influence our decision? A tiny lobby, a small elevator, or a compact room. That’s just part of travelling in many European cities—and honestly, we think it often adds to the charm and character of the experience.

What about you? When you’re choosing a hotel, what’s your non-negotiable? Is it location, breakfast, the bed, or something else? Let me know below! 👇







07/28/2026

When you want to look put together without sacrificing comfort. 🩰✨

💚 Comment "DRESS" and I'll send you the link!
Use my code CE-SONYA to save 20% off your Cozy Earth order.

We're heading to the ballet tonight, and this brushed bamboo midi dress from Cozy Earth is exactly what I was looking for. It's breathable for these hot summer evenings, has flattering side slits, pockets (always a win 🙌), and the softest bamboo fabric that keeps you cool and comfortable.

If you're looking for an easy dress you can wear from brunch to date night to the theatre, this one is definitely worth checking out.

Going to be fancy tonight with !!





07/19/2026

This is Girolibero’s Castello Barge and a perfectly quaint place to call home for the week!

Comment BARGE for a link to this itinerary!!

There is room for 21 in this 11 cabin barge. Most cabins have two single beds in an L configuration and then there are two double bed cabins (like ours).

They indoor and outdoor seating for your leisure and the lovely thing is that they port every night in town so you can go out and explore to your hearts content!

They offer full board dining every day, (one day is half board with breakfast and lunch). Lunch is always packed (we make our own from all the choices) and taken with us on our bike!

I love that the rooms are fully air-conditioned, each has at least one porthole and each has a private bathroom with shower.

Evening dinner is always a highlight, with food inspired by the local cuisine!

Is this something that interests you?

07/18/2026

Can you spot any destinations in southern France? 🇫🇷

Every 🚲 tour is a little unique depending on the guests, but it’s up to you to make it the best it can be!!

Comment “bike and sing” and I’ll send you the link 🔗 to our barge trip this week!

On the first night, one of the men started singing, “Take me home, country roads…” and it wasn’t long before everybody joined him. From that night the song would make its appearance here and there, until our guide mentioned that our road from the winery was the very last road we’d bike 🚲 together! It was an invitation to sing it along the road!

That night we sat at our last debrief and ever gave it a final go! Everyone sang 🎶 it with gusto, which is exactly what you hear!

07/11/2026

Marseille, we'll see you tomorrow. Montreal... thanks for keeping our anniversary interesting.

So we turned 🍋 into to lemonade!

It takes me a minute to pivot and to change… especially when it comes to travel that I have planned to the tee!!

There was an Air Canada flight that had a bit of a disruptive landing 🛬 and it caused a delay in Toronto of 2 hours! We had just landed and were sitting in the tarmac waiting for a gate when we heard that our flight had just finished boarding and they were taking off… my heart sank.

We planned the date of this trip all around our anniversary and thought how lovely it would be to tromp around Marseille for the day, acclimate to the time before we go biking full days!

Well, our plans didn’t go as planned and we are flying out tonight… still on time for our main trip! I’m so thankful.

Al told me this morning he was praying and felt good about our delay and that God must have had something else in store for us or was protecting us from something… I agree. Although we don’t know the reason today, I’m comfortable with his timing and ready for this next week! We’ll still be in France, but now we’re just flying out on our anniversary!

We’re so blessed!

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