A selection of my published work

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Blinter Magazine •

A weekend guide to Tromsø, the northern lights capital of the world

Frigid mountain air, old wooden ships, and herds of wild reindeer — these are all the scenes I was greeted with while in Tromsø, the northern lights capital of the world, a few winters back. Flying over the speckled sea icebergs, our little plane battled harsh Arctic winds and fleets of snow to reach this Nordic town at the top of the planet. We had already been delayed by a few days due to a severe storm, and my partner and I were prepared to drag our carryons for miles throu...
TheTravel •

Scientists Surprised By Unexpected Translation On 1,100-Year-Old Treasure That's Solved A Viking Mystery

A fresh translation of ancient runes is causing experts to rethink their view of Viking treasures. Part of the Galloway Hoard (a buried stash of 11 pounds worth of gold and silver named after the Scottish region it was found in), a 1,100-year-old arm bracelet is making waves in the world of linguists, historians, archaeologists, and anyone even remotely interested in Viking history.
Blinter Magazine •

From ‘Phenomenon Chasing’ to ‘Silent Travel,’ 2025 tourism trends are nature-centric

Based on current projections, luxury tourism trends for 2025 are largely nature-centric. Black Tomato, a travel company that tailors trips for those wanting to explore the world and feel a sense of wonder, has seen its clients increasingly opt for these sorts of vacations. In 2024, the brand’s Get Lost offering, which helps travelers explore uncharted territories, saw a 39% increase in delivery year-over-year. Now, it continues to see its diverse customer base seeking more far...
Blinter Magazine •

Take a bite out of the Pacific Northwest at these Salish Sea eateries

Sparkling tidal pools, towering pines, soaring bald eagles, and kelp forests sleeping beneath the frothing waves.  This is the Salish Sea. Home to thriving cities such as Seattle, Olympia, Victoria, and Vancouver, this northern coastal region is where nature meets urban meccas; where green cities paint a vision of what the future could look like. It’s a place where communities live closely to wildness such as orca pods and sea wolves; a place where activism is the norm...
USA Today •

Last-chance tourism: Discover 4 destinations before they disappear

As climate change rocks ecosystems worldwide, the phenomenon is also shifting travel. Some locations are becoming known as last-chance tourism destinations, as they could soon drastically transform as the planet evolves. More people want to see these gems before they're gone or changed for good, but many don’t know how to do so responsibly. It's a delicate balance between tourism and preservation.
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