<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[thealliwaytotravel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Allison Waytowich]]></description><link>https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/my-blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:25:28 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: Reality behind 'bomb the s**t out of 'em']]></title><description><![CDATA[The White House’s recent use of meme-style TikToks during the Iran war is raising concerns about how governments communicate in the age of viral content. Experts say this messaging may have serious implications for public trust and how audiences perceive war.]]></description><link>https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/post/opinion-reality-behind-bomb-the-s-t-out-of-em</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dc2dcd43e56f31776ede1b</guid><category><![CDATA[Opinion]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b7fc64_8d45fe09a9df4e4ab47edd411bf426e1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_960,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Allison Waytowich</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Humber Arboretum’s International Beaver Day walk spotlights its busiest builders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Humber Arboretum’s International Beaver Day walk gave visitors a closer look at how beavers are shaping the landscape along the Humber River.]]></description><link>https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/post/humber-arboretum-s-international-beaver-day-walk-spotlights-its-busiest-builders</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dc322c43e56f31776ee7c5</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b7fc64_88397707cd3e4c9eb960034905306037~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_960,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Allison Waytowich</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[McGill historian says democracy built to exclude Black communities]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Humber audience heard that Black self‑determination movements in North America have historically faced surveillance and disruption from state institutions, raising questions about how democratic systems operate.]]></description><link>https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/post/mcgill-historian-says-democracy-built-to-exclude-black-communities</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dc36cc43e56f31776ef111</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b7fc64_ec4c3b299e5b4616addebcca11d54678~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_960,h_655,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Allison Waytowich</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[OPINION: Somewhere in America, a little girl is hiding in an attic writing about ICE]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was a cool November evening that felt like any other in Atlanta. Lavora Celeste Vincent decided she’d head to bed early, hoping to fix her sleep schedule before her semester really kicked off. She closed her blinds and, for no reason in particular, glanced out at the row of student houses. That’s when the 18-year-old college student, who goes by Celeste, noticed across the street, the bedroom light of the unit facing hers — the one she could usually count on flicking on in the morning, and...]]></description><link>https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/post/opinion-somewhere-in-america-a-little-girl-is-hiding-in-an-attic-writing-about-ice</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dc2a7275afb0779a75c6ad</guid><category><![CDATA[Opinion]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b7fc64_1a71268947cd4416a2ef5ca2671ab72c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Allison Waytowich</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[At Fort York, people carry family names, not just poppies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fort York’s Remembrance Day ceremony brought together a historical interpreter, a Royal Canadian Army corporal and a reverend, each with family ties to war.]]></description><link>https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/post/at-fort-york-people-carry-family-names-not-just-poppies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69dc4d17603b122b363feb8c</guid><category><![CDATA[News]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b7fc64_da6322a2c72349fdbe462c929388c12b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Allison Waytowich</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Au Pair Atrocity]]></title><description><![CDATA[I swallowed the lump in my throat and clicked post on my message in the Australia Aupairs Facebook group, "18-year-old au pair urgently seeking new host family, please help!" I looked in the mirror at my face, puffy from crying and began my nightly routine. First, lock the door. I didn't need the creepy father knocking at my door to have some weird late-night conversation again. I'll pretend I'm asleep this time. Next, check the room's perimeter for bird-sized huntsman spiders. This house is...]]></description><link>https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/post/au-pair-atrocity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69820b44f1c6744fd0196093</guid><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 23 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_31140973eee84c438789ce398861599e~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Allison Waytowich</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Morocco: A Man's World]]></title><description><![CDATA[The sand felt warm between my toes walking on Agadir Beach, Morocco. The air was sticky, and beads of sweat dripped down my covered body, dressed in knee-length jean shorts and a tank top. I picked this outfit over a bikini. I had read that the Moroccan dress code for women is strict owing to the Muslim faith, but a blog called Marcomama.com advised, "If you're headed to a pool or beach, wearing a two-piece swimming suit is not a big deal at all. It is however not okay to sunbathe topless in...]]></description><link>https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/post/morocco-a-man-s-world</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696f912cd41050dd961d0428</guid><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2022 05:00:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b7fc64_d16428c76a404ab1a4af34a62c423bfa~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Allison Waytowich</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Amsterdam Boat Experience Review]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're looking for a budget excursion with a luxurious feel, Amsterdam Boat Experience  has you covered. For $40, enjoy unlimited wine and Dutch cheese on an hour-long cruise through Amsterdam's vibrant UNESCO canals. Narrated by local guides, this is a great way to embrace Amsterdam's history and soak up panoramic views of the buzzing city. The cruise begins and ends in central Amsterdam at the historic Anne Frank house, where the famous Jewish diarist hid for two years during WWII. From...]]></description><link>https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/post/amsterdam-boat-experience-review</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696f912cd41050dd961d041f</guid><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:27:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b7fc64_a5c9e413826840218e013495f1f9c3d8~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_960,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Allison Waytowich</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top 5 European Cities to Visit on a Student Budget]]></title><description><![CDATA[Europe has destinations for all tastes and interests, making it an attractive getaway for young people. Unfortunately, many European destinations will stretch your budget to the max. Through personal travel experience and research, I have compiled a list of the five most affordable European cities offering reasonable accommodation, transit, food, and tours. 1. Prague, Cheque Republic The colourful, medieval atmosphere of Prague makes it a perfect student destination. Budget travellers should...]]></description><link>https://www.allisonwaytowich.com/post/transform-your-winter-blues-into-winter-creativity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696f912cd41050dd961d0422</guid><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 19:45:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b7fc64_6637f8c937d94c57a965f5e71b90031a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_750,h_750,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Allison Waytowich</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>