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Chris Ryall

  • Columnist, Freelance
  • None, Freelance (Canadian Travel Press)
Toronto
As seen in: Issuu, The Globe and Mail, The Toronto Star, Skift, flipsnack, Travel Market Report, Travelweek, Vacay, Travel Industry Today, Ultimate Ontario and
Covers:  Travel news/trends, spa/wellness travel and trends, spa reviews, transformative travel, personality profiles, resort/hotel profiles, destinations, lifestyle & luxury travel, cruises, cultural travel.
Travel & Spa/Wellness Writer, Tourism Marketing & PR professional, Public Speaker and Certified spa addict.

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Chris Ryall’s Biography

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Discover, learn and experience. This is my life's purpose both personally and professionally. I embrace diversity in all forms. Every person and place has a story to tell.

I've traveled to more than 90 countries around the world on six continents. I cherish interactions with locals while engaging in cultural and soft adventure activities. I especially enjoy lesser-known and quirkier attractions and off-the-beaten track-type tours.

My career began in television news and evolved freelancing …

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Belize - Not Just for the Birds

Belize - Not Just for the Birds

Belize is a nature and bird lovers paradise but also a haven for spa-goers craving culture with their spa tre…

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Amazon Adventures in Peru

Amazon Adventures in Peru

Culture and adventure combine when taking an Amazon River Cruise in Peru. Article in Spring 2025 issue.

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Cruising with a Difference in French Polynesia

Cruising with a Difference in French Polynesia

Article on French Polynesia Aranui Cruise to the Marquesa Islands. Part luxury passenger cruise ship but with…

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Global Wellness Summit's Top 10 * Spa Inc. Magazine

Global Wellness Summit's Top 10 * Spa Inc. Magazine

From Manning Up to Multisensory Immersive Art,2024's wellness trends are anything but usual By Chris Ryall Ok…

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Raise a Glass to Portugal

Raise a Glass to Portugal

Portugal's wine industry has evolved and is not just about its well known port but other award-winning wines.…

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Relaxing in a New York State of Mind

Relaxing in a New York State of Mind

Article on the indigenous based spa, Skana in upstate New York. Experiencing not only the therapeutic benefit…

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Your Guide to the Best of the Mexican Caribbean

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By Chris Ryall
| Travel Life Verified
You may not know it, but beyond relaxing resort stays, the Mexican Caribbean is also home to an impressive range of unique experiences. There are over 900 kilometres of coastline, 19 archaeological sites to explore, eight national parks and plenty of opportunities for wildlife viewing, diving, snorkelling and island-hopping. It’s safe to say this vibrant area has something for everyone. Cancun: The Gateway to a Diverse Region Cancun will likely be your first introduction to the Mexican Caribbean.
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What Makes for Good Sexual Wellness?

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By Chris Ryall
| Vacayou
Last updated January 20, 2024 It’s time we break free from taboo and dive into the an open conversation about sexual wellness. We are bombarded daily about ways to achieve or restore mental and physical health. But what role does sexual wellness play in overall well-being? We asked leading sex researchers and therapists to spill all the magical effects that sexual wellness has on your health.
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A Treasure Trove of Natural Beauty, Dining and Culture in Fort Myers

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By Chris Ryall
| Travel Life Verified
Spending time in this laid-back Florida destination offers everything from stellar seafood to the chance to “stoop” for seashells. Breathe in the enticing nature and refreshing sea air that embrace Fort Myers and more than 100 barrier islands in the region’s tropical paradise. Time slows down here and the welcome mat that has greeted visitors for decades has been brushed off after last year’s hurricane.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Worked in TV newsroom in Halifax.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes -- an old Smith Corona. What I used when I started my career.

How is social media changing news?

Social media has changed news - it's instantaneous and reactive instead of checking facts first. The plus - more people can be view it.