CAROLINE MAKEPEACE - FOUNDER
Caroline Makepeace is the co-founder (with husband Craig) of two successful online publications: Y Travel Blog, one of the world’s most influential travel blogs since 2010, and This is Raleigh, a platform for anyone looking to explore the best of Wake County. It’s one of the premier sites on living in and moving to Raleigh.
Caroline has worked with the biggest brands in the world and has been featured by notable sites such as the Today Show, Conde Nast, and FOX Business, USA Today, Travel & Leisure, Forbes, National Geographic online and ABC Radio. Y Travel Blog has received a Modern Ontrapreneuer award from Ontraport for “Best Online Publisher” In addition, Y Travel Blog has been recognized by the White House… twice!
They were invited to the White House in 2014 as top global travel influencers to attend the first travel summit. And they received a green card in 2020 for their extraordinary ability in the art of travel blogging and for her contributions to the growth of tourism in the USA.
Caroline has written two ebooks, How to Create a Travel Life you Love and 12 Steps to Sacredness to help people lean into the life they really want and create epic memories. She also created a course, “6 steps to move from Blog to Business,” to help entrepreneurs make money from their love of blogging and a 6-week online program “30 days to Money Mindfulness” to help people improve their relationship with money (and create more of it!)
Caroline and Craig created an in-depth training guide on how to travel the USA for foreign teachers living in the USA, and a webinar to help Australians travel through Idaho. They are currently creating an in-depth training guide on relocating to Raleigh.
Caroline regularly speaks at conferences around the world on various topics such as global travel, family travel, social media, influencing and entrepreneurship. She has keynoted some of the world’s biggest travel conferences like TBEX and Women’s Travel Fest. She has also presented at conferences such as Problogger, New York Times Travel Show, and the Travel and Adventure Show.
Locally in Raleigh, she has presented at the Women’s Social Club, Raleigh Women in Marketing, City Club Raleigh, The Raleigh Chamber of Commerce, and keynoted at the NC Public Relations Society of America Conference.
In addition to running the blog and social brand, Caroline calls her work a personal mission to inspire and empower others to travel more and create a life they love. Her family is proof that travel can be a lifestyle!
Caroline has made travel the core focus of her life since 1997. She’s lived in 5 countries, traveled to over 60, traveled 7 years full time with her two daughters (including homeschooling them), and has been a full-time professional travel blogger since 2010 working with some of the biggest brands in the world including Lonely Planet, Airbnb, Canon, Amex, Ford, Nissan, TripAdvisor, Booking.com, Globus Tours, and Allianz Travel Insurance.
Locally in Raleigh, she has worked with big brands and small businesses such as RDU- International Airport, Nextdoor, Kane Realty, Outer Banks Tourism, Blue Water Spa, and Harris Teeter.
Caroline is also a licensed real estate agent in the state of North Carolina. She partners with a high-quality, successful broker to help people relocate and settle into their new life in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Caroline also goes by the name of Caz Makepeace- the shortened version of Caroline (it’s an Australian thing!) Caz is the flighty Libran of the Makepeace family, bringing harmony to the family through crystals, meditation, and downward dogs (and the odd glass of wine at 5pm). It’s all about the balance, right?
ALL ARTICLES WRITTEN BY Caroline Makepeace
25 Unmissable Things to Do in Shenandoah Valley, Virginia
We’ve just discovered a new mountain region to love in the Southeast USA; Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. Home of Shenandoah National Park, the famous Skyline Drive, the spectacular Luray Caverns, and cute small Virginia towns, […]
Gap Year Ideas: What To Do With A Year Out
The concept of a gap year has expanded over the years. It used to be a year between studies, either before or after university, where young people can travel and work or volunteer as a […]
9 Top Vacation Rentals Near Disneyland Anaheim For A Relaxing Stay
Ditch the expensive Disneyland resort hotels and rent an apartment or townhouse near to Disney. A vacation rental for Disneyland affordable and enjoyable
The 15 Best National Parks In The United States Ranked [From Our Experience!]
There are 63 national parks in the USA, and each are as unique and as diverse as the next. If you’re a nature lover, doing a national parks tour of the U.S. is a great […]
A Complete Guide To Visiting Horseshoe Bend AZ For The Best Views
If you’ve seen pictures advertising Arizona, or read travel books, then I’m almost certain you have a good idea of what the famous Horseshoe Bend looks like. If not, here it is… This iconic scene […]
Tips for Climbing Enchanted Rock Texas: A Spiritual Place!
As soon as we rounded the corner at the top of the hill, the massive pink granite dome of Enchanted Rock pulled into vision. Just like its name promised, I was enchanted. This 425-foot pink […]
Our Tortuga Laptop Bag Review: Is This The Best Laptop Backpack For Travel?
It’s always a struggle to find a laptop backpack that is durable enough to sustain the force of travel. When you’re traveling, you need a laptop bag that’s a bit more than your average backpack, […]
Guide To Visiting Tombstone, Arizona: the Land of Lawlessness
Welcome to Tombstone Arizona, the Land of Lawlessness. It’s a place where drinking shots at the saloon bar, followed by trips to the service room to the ladies in waiting, and watching a gun fight […]
The Most Essential London Travel Tips For First Timers
London is one of the most visited cities in the world for a reason, and the sheer amount of people can make it overwhelming for first timers. That’s why we prepared this guide on the […]
15 Fun Things to Do in Boone, NC: A Perfect Mountain Getaway
From vertigo-inducing mile-high swinging bridges to rustic log cabins, you can have as much adventure or as much relaxation as your heart desires in Boone. There are so many versatile things to do in Boone […]
16 Iconic Pubs To Visit In London (+ Our Bucket List)
Fancy a pint and not sure what the most iconic pubs in London are? Who doesn’t want the answer to this question. However, with over 3,500 pubs to choose from, it’s almost impossible for anyone […]
The Ultimate Guide To Camden Town & Camden Market (Things To Do & More)
It’s a well-known fact that if you’re a creative type, you need to visit Camden Town and Camden Market on your trip to London. Camden is world famous for its artsy and vibrant culture and […]