Joel Balsam

Montreal, Canada

About Joel

Who’s the man behind the moustache? Joel Balsam is a guidebook writer and freelance journalist. Along with 3 Lonely Planet guidebooks (Morocco, France and Armenia), Joel’s work has appeared in National Geographic, TIME, The Guardian, BBC and more.

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Recent stories from Joel

11 of the best things to do in Montréal
8 min read • Sep 19, 2023
6 best day trips from Montréal
5 min read • Sep 19, 2023
12 things to know before you go to Montréal
6 min read • Sep 18, 2023
Montréal on a budget: 17 ways to save money on your trip
6 min read • Sep 4, 2023
8 of Morocco’s best beaches for surfing, swimming and sunbathing
5 min read • Jan 27, 2023
Make a meal of Mexico: the best foods to plan your trip around
5 min read • Nov 3, 2022
How to get around in Mexico
9 min read • Oct 6, 2022
What to eat and drink in Morocco
6 min read • Oct 6, 2022
I have been to Burning Man 3 times: here's what you need to know if it is your first time in 2022
9 min read • Aug 12, 2022
11 gorgeous Quebec City parks for picnics, bike rides and epic views
4 min read • Jul 16, 2022