Work with Darcie

Welcome to my portfolio! I’m Darcie, the creator of Passportunities: an Ottawa-based travel blog focused on solo adventures, hidden gems, and unique stays. My mission is to inspire people to explore the world on their own terms, even if it’s just for a weekend. This portfolio highlights some of my key collaborations and paid partnerships, showcasing the skills I bring to tourism and lifestyle brands looking to connect with an engaged, adventure-loving audience. Read on for how to work with me!

Woman standing in the middle of the road smiling at the camera with mountains in the background
A woman in a pink coat and white hat is standing looking out at the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City.
Woman in a blue dress and jean jacket standing under apple blossom trees in the Ottawa Dominion Arboretum

Collaborations & Paid Partnerships

Here are a few recent partnerships that highlight my approach and reach:

Tourism Board Collaborations: Partnered with local and international tourism boards to bring destinations to life through curated travel guides, immersive visuals, and authentic storytelling.
NCC: Winter Walking Trails
Porto Portugal: City Card Review

Unique Stays & Hospitality Brands: Collaborated with boutique hotels, Airbnb hosts, and unique stays to share memorable accommodation experiences with my followers.
Tiny Stays in Deseronto: Creative Reel
Tiny Village in Deep River: Tiny Cabin Stay

Lifestyle & Travel Products: Promoted travel gear, apparel, and lifestyle products, with a focus on practicality and quality, aligning with solo travel needs.
Intelligent Change: 5-Minute Journal
Blacks Canada: Range of photo products
Ford Canada: Summer Weekends with Ford
soNomad: Travel Insurance
Vessi Shoes: Dry Socks Club Reel

Skills & Expertise

I offer a range of services to brands in the travel and tourism space:

Content Creation: High-quality blog posts, Instagram Reels, and TikTok videos designed to inspire, inform, and engage.

Visual Storytelling: Photography and video content that captures the essence of each destination, from landscapes to local culture.
Quebec City Winter Getaway
Canadian Brands Transitions
Ontario Small Towns

Audience Engagement: Strategies to foster meaningful connections with followers through curated guides, interactive content, and honest reviews.

SEO-Optimized Blogging: Writing optimized travel guides that rank and attract readers searching for unique travel experiences.

Let’s Collaborate!

Interested in working together? I’d love to help showcase your brand to my dedicated and growing audience. Please reach out through the contact form, or email me at passportunities@gmail.com

Photo is of a pair of legs crossed with blue Vessi shoes in focus. The legs are on a rock outcropping, with a sea of fall trees in the background on a blue sunny day.
An image of Watkins Glen State Park Gorge, capturing the dramatic interplay of water and rock with cascading waterfalls and verdant foliage enveloping the winding trail.
Vennel Viewpoint in Edinburgh. A woman in a white shirt and black shorts is walking down a set of stairs, with brick buildings lining the stairs and the Edinburgh Castle in the background.
Eiffel Tower lit up at night with the Olympic rings on the side
Woman sitting in a red Adirondack chair on a front deck, looking out at a beach with tree covered hills in the background
Woman in a matching blue waffle Knix lounge set. She is laying on her stomach on a bed, with her feet crossed in the air behind her, looking out a large window on a snowy day.

Work with Me: Gifted Opportunities

I’m happy to accept gifted products and experiences. If I am happy with the product or experience, I may organically share with my followers. However, I am unable to promise deliverables for no payment as products don’t cover the cost of my time or resources that goes into styling, shooting and editing content. As a creator, it’s important I prioritize working with brands that see my value and are willing to pay for my work. If you want to guarantee a dedicated post or in feed video, I can provide my rates and discuss a budget.