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

Wrightsville Beach - one of the best places to visit on a East Coast road trip

The Ultimate North Carolina To Florida Road Trip Itinerary

By Caroline Makepeace / January 29, 2024

If you ask me, the best way to explore the best of the South East Coast in the USA is on a Florida to North Carolina road trip, or in our case, North Carolina to […]

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The Best Bars For Live Music in Nashville, TN

By Caroline Makepeace / January 25, 2024

5 Must Not Miss live music experiences in Nashville TN. Check out the Grand Ole Opry, Bluebird Cafe and more for the best things to do in the Music City

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Gorilla in the Bwindi Impenetrable forest uganda

20 Awe-Inspiring Things to Do in East & Southern Africa

By Caroline Makepeace / January 24, 2024

It feels like only yesterday that Craig and I set off on the backpacking adventure of a lifetime traveling across East and Southern Africa. We spent five months independently traveling from Uganda to South Africa, […]

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man and woman at markets posing to camera

13 Exciting Things to Do In Coconut Grove Neighborhood, Miami

By Caroline Makepeace / January 21, 2024

Did you know that Coconut Grove is Miami’s oldest neighborhood? Neither did I! In fact, I didn’t know much about Coconut Grove before I visited. While most people opt to stay in Miami Beach or […]

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sweeping golden sands of Palm Beach,

Complete Guide To Visiting Palm Beach in Sydney, New South Wales

By Caroline Makepeace / January 20, 2024

One of the reasons why we love Sydney is because it’s surrounded by pristine, beautiful beaches. One of our favorite beaches is Palm Beach in Sydney. Each time I step foot off the ferry onto […]

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girl standing in front of a wall mural of wings

16 Awesome Things to Do in Nashville with Kids!

By Caroline Makepeace / January 19, 2024

Planning to visit Nashville, TN? Looking for tips on the best things to do in Nashville with kids that adults love too? Then you’re in the right place! We took our two daughters on a […]

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koala in someone's arms

Our Experience Staying at Bungalow Bay Koala Village, Magnetic Island

By Caroline Makepeace / January 18, 2024

So we’re naming the Bungalow Bay Koala Village on Magnetic Island as one of the coolest hostels in Australia. And there’s a good reason for this – it’s the only place on the island where […]

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Where To Learn About Elvis Presley In Memphis, Tennessee

By Caroline Makepeace / January 15, 2024

Visit Graceland in Memphis, including the Graceland mansion. Sun Studios, Memphis and STudio B in Tennessee will give you greater insight into Elvis Presley

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8 Fun Things To Do In Cape Hillsborough, Mackay

By Caroline Makepeace / January 14, 2024

For many people idolizing a trip to Australia, a chance to catch the sunrise on the beach with kangaroos and wallabies hopping around is the ultimate bucket list dream. This is one of the main […]

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Our Experience On A Hard Times Mount Isa Mine Tour, Queensland

By Caroline Makepeace / January 13, 2024

Mount Isa is a remote and enchanting town located in the heart of Outback Queensland. It’s most famous for its rich history of mining, which you can learn all about on a unique Hard Times […]

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woman looking at billy cooking over campfire

14 Exciting Things To Do In Longreach, Outback Queensland

By Caroline Makepeace / January 12, 2024

If you’re looking for another small town in Outback Queensland to get off the beaten path in, then you may want to cast your eyes towards Longreach. Known for its aviation history, this tiny town […]

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Guided tour along the elevated treetop boardwalk in the Mount Archer National Park

12 Unmissable Things To Do In Rockhampton, Queensland

By Caroline Makepeace / January 12, 2024

Rockhampton in Central Queensland is known for two things; caves and crocodiles. I love travel experiences that teach my girls a little about the world, and it’s even better when it also fascinates them. That’s […]

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