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Thanks for joining me!

Hi, I’m Quincy! I’m a Canadian travel writer who’s been wandering around long enough to start giving directions. I do the months of planning, the motorcycle accidents, scary nights in the woods, and food poisoning so you don’t have to. I spend time getting to know the places I write about, eating where locals eat, asking loads of questions, and trying to understand these destinations beyond more than just the lens of a holidayer.

On Seeing the Elephant, I share the stories and guides that come out of that process - for travellers who want to see the world thoughtfully, not just check off another destination from their list.

Aerial view of a hilltop observation deck in Bohol, surrounded by the Chocolate Hills—a series of green, grass-covered mounds stretching into the distance under a partly cloudy sky.

Best Bohol Tourist Spots: The Complete Guide

Aerial view of a coastal village with houses along the shoreline, lush green hills behind, and clear blue ocean below a partly cloudy sky—perfect for a Philippines Weather travel guide or tips on the best time to visit the Philippines.

Best Time to Visit the Philippines: Month-by-Month Weather & Travel Guide

Six people are seated around a dining table set with various dishes and drinks, reminiscent of gatherings after exploring Manila tourist spots. One person stands speaking, while the warmly lit room is decorated with plants, bottles, and colorful decor.

Things to Do in Manila: The Complete Guide

A boat with a canopy glides along a calm, green river surrounded by lush tropical trees—an idyllic scene perfect for Philippines travel, especially for first-timers seeking peaceful landscapes under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Philippines Travel Advice: Essential Tips for First-Timers

Aerial view of Saskatoon with a river winding through, multiple bridges, downtown buildings, and tree-lined banks under a clear sky—a perfect snapshot for any Saskatoon guide or list of things to do in Saskatoon.

Things to Do in Saskatoon: The Complete Guide

Aerial view of a forested landscape near Crowsnest Pass, with two lakes, rolling hills, and a large mountain in the background under a partly cloudy sky. The area is densely wooded, and a road winds through the trees.

Things to Do in The Crowsnest Pass: The Complete Guide

Aerial view of a coastal town, featuring dense greenery and buildings near the shoreline, bordered by deep blue ocean waters dotted with small boats—showcasing Moalboal tourist spots under a partly cloudy sky.

60 Best Moalboal Tourist Spots: The Complete Guide

A person in an elaborate gold and red costume holds up a religious figure while smiling and raising one arm; a group of similarly dressed performers enhances the festive spirit at one of Cebu City tourist spots during a lively outdoor festival.

Best Things to Do in Cebu City: The Complete Guide

A person stands at the edge of a turquoise pool surrounded by lush greenery, gazing at Tumalog Falls as it cascades down a rocky cliff in bright sunlight.

Tumalog Falls

A person stands in shallow turquoise water facing the wide Pahangog Falls, surrounded by lush green vegetation and rocky cliffs. The waterfall has multiple streams cascading into the pool below.

Kawasan Falls

A person with a backpack stands on rocks near the base of Binalayan Falls, surrounded by dense green foliage and a clear turquoise pool in a tropical forest.

Binalayan Falls

Aerial view of Pahangog Falls cascading into a turquoise pool surrounded by dense green forest. Several streams flow down rocky cliffs, and a person stands on a large rock near the water.

Pahangog Falls

A person stands on rocks at the base of Pahangog Falls, a wide, multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by lush green trees, with water cascading over uneven stone ledges into a shallow pool.

Cambanog Falls

A person stands on large rocks at the base of Pahangog Falls, a multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by green foliage, with water cascading down into a shallow pool below.

Lusno Falls

Aerial view of Bantayan Island tourist spots reveals a tropical paradise with dense green forests, scattered buildings, and sandy beaches, all surrounded by turquoise ocean waters under a partly cloudy sky.

Bantayan Island Tourist Spots: The Complete Guide

The Abyss Nanaimo

The Abyss