About Erin (Pina!)
I’m Erin Hynes, the Canadian blogger behind Pina Travels, and a member of the Travel Media Association of Canada (TMAC). On my award-winning blog, I write about how to travel in a mindful way. I also host Curious Tourism, an award-nominated podcast that explores issues related to responsible travel.
In 2022, I was featured in the Toronto Star. I shared the story of how I got into responsible travel, what led to starting my podcast, and tips for local travel experiences in Ontario. You can read the story, here!
In October 2022, I was nominated for 4 Traverse Creator Awards, and I won the award for Best Written Piece. More recently, I was featured by True North Living to help promote sustainable tourism in Canada. In October 2023, I was selected by a panel of judges as a finalist in The Influence Awards.
I’ve worked with brands and DMOs both locally in Ontario and internationally, like HipCamp, Blue Cross, Aisle, Visit Caledon, and Visit Algarve.
On my blog I write guides that cover responsible tourism topics like, how to avoid overtourism and tips for traveling sustainably. And, I write destination guides that include responsible travel tips within them! While I cover many international destinations, I focus much of my content on my adventures around my home province, Ontario.
To see my full media kit and rate card, contact me by email at erin@pinatravels.org.
Pina Travels Audience
My audience is primarily based in Canada, USA, UK, and Europe.
- 27,700 followers on Instagram
- 20,000+ followers on TikTok
- 70,000+ monthly blog readers
- 2,000+ podcast subscribers
Where Erin Has Been Featured
- Erin was selected as a finalist in the Influence Awards, 2023 for travel influencer of the year
- Erin won a Traverse Creator Award for Best Written Piece in 2022
- Erin was shortlisted for 4 Traverse Creator Awards, October 2022
- 5 Ways to Travel Responsibly – The Toronto Star
- Erin was was featured by True North Living to help promote sustainable tourism in Canada
- Making a Travel Podcast During a Pandemic – Vocal Fry Studios
- iHeartRadio podcast Everywhere featured an interview with Erin Hynes
- Erin was featured in an interview for Shoutout Colorado
- Erin was featured on The Thoughtful Travel Podcast
- Erin was featured on the Like a Local Podcast
- Erin joined a panel on Leadership in Travel, hosted by Traverse Journeys
- Erin was part of a panel on responsible travel for the Travelers Blueprint
- Erin’s podcast was featured in CBC’s Podcast Playlist – April 2022
How Can We Work Together?
I’ve been blogging since 2019, and since then have worked with several brands and businesses in tourism. Aside from blogging, I am a full-time digital marketer in the tech field. As a result I’m professional to work with and I understand what is expected of me in a partnership. Partnership opportunities can include, but are not limited to:
- Hotel, hostel, and other accommodation reviews
- Travel gear and accessory reviews
- Day or multi-day tour reviews
- Attractions and activities
- Press trips
- Sponsored posts
- Partnered content
- Professional photography
- Sponsored podcast episodes
To see my full media kit and rate card, contact me by email at erin@pinatravels.org.
Travel Content I Create
Here are just some things I can offer you if we work together:
- Social media coverage (TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest – Total reach of 29k +)
- Blog coverage (55,00 monthly readers)
- Photo and video content
- Audio content
- User generated content (UGC)
- Reviews on external websites (ex. TripAdvisor, HostelWorld)
- Podcast content
To chat with me about potential partnership opportunities or other ideas, and to see a full media kit and rate card, contact me by email at erin@pinatravels.org.
