ABOUT

Maple Leopard is a travel blog and source to find expert tips, itineraries and guides for travel in the USA, Canada, Mexico and Europe.   We specialize in: solo travel, girls trips, and travel with grown kids and destination style.  We work with travel & hospitality brands,  tourism boards and fashion companies: to encourage fun and unique adventures.  Maple Leopard reaches travelers all over the world.  We started blogging  in 2014 to share travel stories & tips to inspire women travelers 40+ to travel the globe in confidence. About Me: Valerie is a professional travel writer, itinerary planner , influencer and travel advisor. Over the past 10 years, her work has been published on 75+ websites, blogs and magazines. She's had the opportunity to partner with 150+ travel & hospitality brands, tourism boards and fashion companies . Valerie has traveled extensively in the US, Canada, Mexico and Europe. Favorite Destinations:  Portugal, Oahu HI, San Francisco, Southern CA , Italy, Switzerland, France, the Canadian Rockies, Vancouver BC, Vegas and the beautiful Pacific Northwest ( which I call home!) 9 Countries visited, 31 States and 6 Canadian Provinces About me: born in Medicine Hat Alberta, yes I'm a Canuck EH! raised in Vancouver B.C. lived most of my life in the Seattle-Tacoma area love animals, especially cats studied music in college believe smiles can always make someone's day  thankful for God's grace and two amazing children. Whether you’re a new follower or have been reading from the start; thanks for joining me on the journey! I would be thrilled if you join me on Twitter, Facebook,  Instagram, or Pinterest. I share additional travel hacks on these platforms too, mostly instagram. CHECK OUT my new Trip Planning Services. If you are interested having your trip planned with expert itineraries: reach out to me at Mapleleopard37@gmail.com. In subject line please reference "Trip Planning".