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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Rolleiflex Challenge 12: Florida in Monochrome

In the last edition of my Rolleiflex Challenge, I captured Florida’s natural landscapes with black and white film. Reflecting on my analog journey, I captured over 500 images, deepening my connection to medium-format photography and the analog process.

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 4/10/23 Lily Heaton 4/10/23

Orlando City Guide

Discover where to eat, drink, and shop in Orlando, Florida with a local’s guide to The City Beautiful.

Lily Heaton 1/31/23 Lily Heaton 1/31/23

Orlando Day Trip: Visit Green Springs Park

Take a day trip from Orlando to visit Green Springs Park and explore the natural wildlife of Central Florida.

Lily Heaton 1/19/23 Lily Heaton 1/19/23

Florida Day Trip: Orlando Wetlands Park

Take a day trip from Orlando to visit a unique nature conservation area at Orlando Wetlands Park and discover Florida’s wildlife.

Lily Heaton 12/29/21 Lily Heaton 12/29/21

Orlando Day Trip: Black Bear Trail in Sanford

Discover Black Bear Trail in Sanford, Florida—a scenic hiking trail that’s perfect for a day trip from Orlando. Explore Central Florida’s pine flatwoods, wetlands, and wildlife, with tips on trail access, highlights, and nature photography.