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
18 Incredible Things To Do In Albany, Western Australia
Albany is a well known retirement destination and beachside resort town that is in the perfect location for viewing humpback and southern right whales during the migration season (May to October). Many of the top […]
22 Top Things to do in Broome, Western Australia
Broome, and the Kimberley region in Western Australia, is a beach town that holds a special place in my heart. From balmy nights under palm trees watching spectacular sunsets to wildlife watching experiences and days […]
How the New Allyz® TravelSmart App Can Reduce Travel Anxiety
Traveling is often seen as a chance to unwind and explore new horizons, but anyone who has hit the road knows that the reality can be quite different. From the chaos of airport security to […]
Essential Tips For Visiting Japan With Kids (On A Budget!)
Japan is not the easiest country to travel to, especially with kids. Despite being one of the most technologically advanced countries in the world, English is not widely spoken, the technology can be so advanced […]
How To Bike the Franconia Notch Recreation Path, NH
Family-Friendly White Mountain Bike ride in Franconia State Park New Hampshire? Apparently the recreation path through Franconia Notch is – we weren’t so sure, but had a fun cycling adventure to share.
The 10 Top Pizza Places in Chicago You Must Try!
Chicago is known as the land of delicious deep pan pizza. Make sure you eat nothing but the best pizza in Chicago at these five places.
13 Fun Things to Do in Busselton, WA Besides Wineries
Busselton is most famous for being the gateway to the Margaret River region, a luscious area where wine, craft beer, gourmet food, beaches and surfing are part of daily life. But you should not use […]
12 Exciting Things to do in Kiama, NSW (surprising beauty!)
Kiama, NSW, is one of the most idyllic small coastal towns south of Sydney. It’s known for its iconic Kiama Blowhole, a cliffside cavern where seawater shoots into the air during rough tides, but there […]
3 Day Rome Itinerary: The Best Route for First Timers
Ah Rome, the Eternal City. I certainly feel like I will love Rome for eternity, but unfortunately, we only had three days to spend there with our daughters. I have visited Rome before and was […]
6 Hidden Gems in Florida You Need to Visit
Thinking about planning, or booking, a trip to Florida? Tired of only hearing about its most famous destinations and top attractions and craving something a little more unique and lesser known? We’ve ridden roller coasters […]
How House Sitting Can Help Pet Owners Travel without Worry (it’s the bee’s knees)
Are you a travel enthusiast but find yourself torn between exploring the world and leaving your beloved pets behind? As fellow animal lovers and relatively new pet owners, we understand the struggle. Fortunately, there’s a […]
Guide To Arches National Park: Things To Do + Tips For Visiting
When it comes to natural wonders that blow your mind, Utah is not short of them, and arguably some of the most mind-blowing sites of nature can be found in Arches National Park. Famous for […]