Exploring Amsterdam and Beyond

Hi, I’m Lily — an Amsterdam-based creative director, writer and photographer sharing curated travel guides and photo journals that highlight authentic, cultural experiences.

Focused on intentional travel, my city guides explore local perspectives and observations through my lens of curiosity and creativity. Follow along to get inspired, see the world, and welcome new discoveries — whether exploring near or far.

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Shop My Film Photography Art Prints

Introducing my fine art photography print shop! Custom prints now available on https://lilywanderlust.darkroom.com/

Lily Heaton 10/16/24 Lily Heaton 10/16/24

Podcast Feature: The Good Place with Robin Cox

I sat down on a park bench in Amsterdam with Robin from Good Place podcast to reflect on life’s many chapters. Check out the full episode!

Lily Heaton 2/11/24 Lily Heaton 2/11/24

Hello Audubon Park Podcast + Neighborhood Guide

Explore Audubon Park, one of Orlando’s most vibrant neighborhoods and listen to my podcast interview about growing up in Orlando and living abroad in Amsterdam.

Lily Heaton 2/9/24 Lily Heaton 2/9/24

MY FIRST ART FAIR: LAUNCHING MY BOTANICAL PRINT SHOP

Take home my photography! I've launched a limited edition series of bold, botanical prints for the Galentine's Bazaar at Redlight Redlight.

Lily Heaton 2/11/21 Lily Heaton 2/11/21

Freelance Series: Creative Resources for Freelancers in Amsterdam

Discover a round-up of my favorite resources for freelance creative in Amsterdam.

Lily Heaton 1/10/21 Lily Heaton 1/10/21

Freelance Series: Tips for How to Freelance in Amsterdam

Discover inspiring and practical tips for new freelancers in Amsterdam.

Lily Heaton 12/10/20 Lily Heaton 12/10/20

Series Feature: Honey Talks Season 2

HONey Talks is a web series that aims to empower, inform, and entertain our global community through bold conversations about topics that matter to modern, multidimensional women. Watch season 2 on YouTube or listen on Spotify.

Lily Heaton 7/3/20 Lily Heaton 7/3/20

Honey Talks Series: Female Solo Travel Episode

Welcome to Honey Talks — a new web series on IG TV. In Episode 11, travel writers Lily and discuss travel, culture, and how to build a freelance creative career.

Lily Heaton 7/1/20 Lily Heaton 7/1/20

Series Feature: Honey Talks Season 1

Welcome to HONey Talks — a new web series created by and for modern, multidimensional women. We discuss travel, culture, creativity, wellness, and more. Join the conversation, Season 1 is live on IG TV!