Christopher James Mitchell's Portfolio 

Christopher Mitchell has established a large body of work around the world since he began his freelancing career in 2012. Since then, he's been busy publishing work in magazines, on online publications, guest posting on websites, appearing on radio and selective podcasts, leading workshops and seminars, as well as being involved with video productions. Furthermore, he's had his own exhibits for his travel photography. 

He's visited over 80 countries, and nearly 1000 cities, which has led to him gathering enormous amounts of content. He's been published in Canada, the United States, South Korea, Turkey and for a number of magazines and publications with international distribution. Below, you'll find selective examples of the Christopher's involvement in travel media at large. 

Please use the contact page at the bottom to reach out to Christopher for opportunities, or simply send an email to chris@travelingmitch.com with your proposal. You can also head directly to the Work With Me page. 

This page will give you a thorough run through of my previous work, but I also have a new site totally dedicated to my portfolio if you’d like to dive deeper.

Selected Freelance Writing

1. “10 of the Best Places to have Turkish Breakfast in Istanbul” in USA Today 10 Best

2. "10 Things I've Learned from Travelling to 75 Countries" in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

3. “Chicken Soup for the Seoul” in Escapism Magazine

4. “There’s No Time Like Winter” in The Ultimate Winter Road Trip Magazine for York Durham Headwaters Tourism

5. “A Weekend in Windsor: The Ultimate Two-Nation Destination” for Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island

6. All five sections on Vietnam for the Hong Kong Tourism Board’s website

7. “Have it Your Way in Chiang Mai, Thailand” for Ensemble Magazine

8. “Explore Toronto’s Sports Scene” for See Toronto Now

9. “What is Poutine, and Why do Canadians Love it so?” in Florida Today

10. “Finding Tranquility” for York Durham Headwaters Tourism

11. “Almost Everything You Need to Know About Poutine” in USA Today 10 Best

12. “10 Cities You Need to Visit in 2019” for International Living

13. “Why Orchha is an Underrated Addition to Any India Itinerary” in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

14. “The Ultimate Guide to Studying Abroad in Norway” in Go Overseas

15. “Let Your Inner Wrangler Out: Rawhide Adventures” for York Durham Headwaters Tourism

16. "Have Wanderlust? Here's Why You Should Visit Cappadocia Once in Your Lifetime" in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

17. "Unique Wedding Ideas in Ontario" in 400 Eleven (Ontario Travel North of Toronto)

18. “Rediscovering Nature in Our Backyard” for York Durham Headwaters Tourism

19. “5 Must-Dos in Kathmandu, Nepal’s Captivating Capital” in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

20. “A True Field to Fork Experience: Durham College W. Galen Weston Centre for Food” for York Durham Headwaters Tourism

21. “How Travel Saved My Life” in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

22. "Why I Can't Wait to Get Back to the Finger Lakes" for TBEX (Travel Blogger Exchange)

23. “The Magic of Connecting Over Indian Cuisine” in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

24. "5 Tips for Starting a Blog (That Makes Money)" in Great Escape Publishing

25. “Why to Visit Battambang, Cambodia’s Most Underrated City” in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

26. “A Site of Discovery: The Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory” for York Durham Headwaters Tourism

27. "Norwegian Foods & Drinks You Must Try While Studying Abroad" in Go Overseas

28. “Escaping into the Wilderness” for York Durham Headwaters Tourism

29. "Language Learning in the Modern Age" in Transitions Abroad

30. "What It's Like Visiting the Taj Mahal (and Why It's Worth the Hype)" in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

31. "Visiting Angkor Wat? Here's Everything You Need to Know" in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

32. "5 Things to Think About when Booking a Summer Campsite" for Northeastern Ontario

33. "5 Reasons to Visit Algoma This Summer" in Algoma Country

34. "The Best Literature Study Abroad Programs" in Go Overseas

35. "The Magic of Moving Out of your Comfort Zone on a Trip to India" in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

36. "What to Do in Istanbul: From Must-Dos to Lesser Known Gems" in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

37. “Creating Memories in the Beaver River Wetlands” for York Durham Headwaters Tourism

38. "Never Underestimate the Dangers of a Road Trip Across Georgia" in Outpost Magazine

39. "Finding My Canada" for Northeastern Ontario

40. "Best Up and Coming Summer Destinations in Europe" in Days to Come by Tourradar

41. "Finding Your Voice" in the Travel Writer's Exchange

42. "How to Study Abroad as a Literature Major" in Go Overseas

43. "5 Reasons to Visit Japan’s Chubu Region" in Go Backpacking

44. "The Toyokawa Inari Shrine: A Treasure of Japan" in Go Backpacking

45. "8 Must Try Food and Drinks While Studying Abroad in Ireland" in Go Overseas

46. "Things to Do in Nagoya: Japan’s Incredible Nagoya Castle" in Go Backpacking

47. "Autumn in Japan: The Colorful Town of Asuke" in Go Backpacking

48. "Turkish Delight: Six Delicious Dishes to Try in Turkey" in The Journal by Intrepid Travel

49. "The Magic of Zanzibar" in Horizon Travel & Lifestyle

50. "The Best Food in the Chubu Region" in Go Backpacking

51. "Street Market Smarts: Kapalıçarşı (Grand Bazaar)" for Yabangee

52. "10 Podcasts to Help You Beat the Istanbul Commute" for Yabangee

53. "A Triple Crown of Classic Elegance" in Dreamscapes Magazine

54. "10 Must-Have Apps for Living in Istanbul" for Yabangee

55. "Sit Down Laughing, Stand Up Seoul" in 10 Magazine

56. "Review: Iron & Wine @ Babylon Bomonti" for Yabangee

57. "My Week in Prague" in Outpost Magazine

58. "The Away Days Return Home @ Salon IKSV" for Yabangee

59. "Turkey at the Expo Milano 2015: Food, Hospitality, Design" for Yabangee

Awards & Recognition

• Winner of the “Best Opinion Piece” at the 2019 Traverse Creator Awards in Trentino, Italy

• Nominated in part for 3 awards of excellence at the 2018 Tourism Industry of Association of Ontario Awards

• 6 time winner of the Liebster Award for Blogging, 2012-2018

• Winner of the Sunshine Blogger Award, 2018

• Winner of the Best Travel Blog by Easy Planet Travel in 2017

• Certificate of Appointment by the Korean Minister of Culture for my work on “The Korea Blog” in 2012

Radio & Podcast Appearances

“No Zero Days” on the Hustle Over Everything Podcast

Talking about tech in travel and being a travel content creator on an episode of The Catalyst by Softchoice

Talking about Istanbul on an episode of "Our City with Kirk Lapointe" on Roundhouse Radio

Chatting about my career on the “Faster than Normal” Podcast with Peter Shankman

Seminars, Workshops & Speaking Engagements

I lead seminars and workshops for leading brands, organizations, and at conferences such as brand authenticity, social media, content creation and strategy for growth in the modern age.

Being Interviewed 

1. “The Ethics of Travel Writing” in East West News Service

2. “The biggest mistakes you’re making on social media, plus three must-try apps” in Travelweek

3. “Catching up with Christopher Mitchell” in Travel Writing 2.0

4. "19 Students Shared How They Packed and Prepared for Studying Abroad" in Mighty Goods

5. "Interview with Christopher: Expat Life in Turkey" in Wellington World Travel

6. "Teaching Abroad and Tour Guiding to Fund Travel to 75 Countries" on Teaching Traveling

7. "Travel Blogger: travelingmitch" on Wise Traveler

8. “Art & Life with Christopher Mitchell” in Voyage MIA

9. “Kötu: the Turkish Cat” for Guardian’s Best Animal Rescue Foundation

Video ( and Other Interviews)  

In this video, Christopher hosts the inaugural episode of  Yabangee TV,  heading to one of Istanbul's most cozy and unique bars. 

This video exemplifies my love for the interview form, something I feel is one of my foremost strengths. Here are other examples of me interviewing: 

1. An Interview with NHL Hall of Famer Börje Salming

2. An Interview with Jochem Wijnands: The Founder and CEO of TRVL

3. An Interview with Rafe Offer: Co-Founder and CEO of Sofar Sounds

4. An Interview with Don George: Sitting Down with the Editor of National Geographic

5. An Interview with Nomadic Matt: In Depth with One of the World's Top Travel Bloggers

6. An Interview with Scott Wilson of "Departures" and "Descending"

7. An Interview with Ellis Emmett on his New Show, "Over the Horizon"

Brand Partnerships

Here's an example of a live video session I hosted with TourRadar. 

1. You can also see my involvement with Hectic Media and Travel Manitoba’s “Creator House”campaign.

Photography Exhibitions 

An exhibition showcasing photography from across 9 countries at The Mad Bean in Toronto, Canada.

Showcasing my Istanbul photography at Atölye in the Bomonti neighbourhood of Istanbul. 

My Podcast, Rick Steves Over Brunch

Rick Steves Over Brunch is a podcast where Stephanie Craig (from History Fangirl) and I break down episodes of the classic travel TV show, Rick Steve’s Europe. The show officially launched on April 30, 2018, and we drop new episodes drop every other Sunday (which, theoretically, is right around brunch time.)

Rick Steves has even come on the podcast for two separate episodes. (part 1/part 2)

Head here if you'd like to know more! or, feel free to just go head and subscribe!

Guest Posts

1. "Teaching Abroad and Tour Guiding to Fund Travel to 75 Countries" for Teaching Travelling

2. "An Island to Escape the Tourist Crowds" on One World 365

3. "Tales of Teaching and Travelling in Korea" for Global Goose

4. "Seaside Sanctuaries in County Antrim, Northern Ireland" for My Destination

Contributions 

1. “The 30 Best Places to Travel in 2019” for The Wandering RV

2. “The Top 28 Places to Visit in Europe for First Timers: Discovering the Old Continent” in Roman Roams

3. “Bucket List Destinations in Canada” in Cathy Travelling

4. “Best Greek Islands to Visit” in Life on the Mediterranean

5. “Favourite Destinations From Around the Philippines from Travel Bloggers” in Hey Miss Adventures

6. “Things to do in Tokyo at Night” in Amateur Traveler

7. “Things to do in Niagara Falls in Winter” in Two Traveling Texans

8. “Planning a Trip to Iceland” in To Some Place New

9. “Unusual holiday destinations for Christmas in the USA” in Reading The Book

10. “37 Must See Places to Travel in 2019” in Fit Two Travel

11. “What Specific Souvenir Do You Collect While Travelling” in Birgehls

12. “35 Travel Bloggers Divulge the Best Asian Cities to Visit” on Tiqy

13. “Where to Go in Greece: 27 Top Greece Vacation Destinations” in Sofia Adventures

14. “The Ultimate Guide to the Most Romantic Destinations in the World” in Love, Lust or Bust

15. "Photography Part 1: These Tips Will Make You a Better Cityscape Photographer" by Flight Compensation

16. "The Ultimate Guide To Iceland In Winter 2018" by Midgard Base Camp

17. "18 Bucket List Ideas from World- Class Travelers" by The Petite Adventurer

18. "2018 Bucket List" by Travel on the Brain

19. "Travel Bloggers Share Their Favourite Hike of 2017" by Nate Meets World

20. "55 of the Very Best Places to Visit in Spain" by Wandertooth

21. "Things to do in Canada" by The World Pursuit

22. "The Best Balkan Food you Need to Try" by Sofia Adventures

23. "30 of the Most Beautiful Cities in France" in Untold Morsels

24. "Rooms with a View" in Travel, Eat, Enjoy, Repeat

More in the Media

“10 Mega-Influencers That Are Sure to Inspire You” in Tourism Talk

Appearing in the “Ultimate Summer Road Trip” Issue in the Globe & Mail in June, 2019

Bri and I appearing in the Saturday edition of the Globe & Mail for our work with Ontario Travel, York Durham Headwaters, and Central Counties Tourism in December of 2018.

On the cover of the “Ultimate Winter Road Trip” magazine in association with Ontario Travel, York Durham Headwaters, and Central Counties Tourism in January 2019.

If you'd like to work with Christopher Mitchell, please fill out the contact form below.