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I am a Canadian writer and editor based in London, UK. I currently work as a project editor at National Geographic Traveller (UK). I have written for Canada's national newspaper, The Globe and Mail, as well as Verge Magazine, FASHION, Charleston Magazine and more.

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Why Italy's hidden Maratea is perfect for a summer escape

Imagine if the Amalfi Coast was all but unknown — that’s the charm of Maratea. Bordered by Campania to the north and Calabria to the south, the municipality occupies the only portion of the Tyrrhenian coast in the whole of Basilicata. It’s a near 20-mile stretch home to striking black-sand beaches, boat-fresh seafood and panoramic vistas overlooking the glittering Gulf of Policastro. But despite possessing all the hallmarks of the quintessential Italian seaside getaway, the Maratea area is yet t...

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Eight Books to Get you Excited for your Next Travel Adventure – Blog – FlashpackerConnect Adventure Travel

By Zoë BellMissing travel? You are not alone. In the age of social distancing, travel is out of the question for the immediate future. Cancelling a trip can be devastating, but more time at home means more time to make post-quarantine plans. If we can’t travel the world ourselves, reading about dreamy destinations and heart-pounding adventure might be the next best thing. From the Pacific Crest Trail to the Trans-Mongolian Railway to the frozen tundra of Svalbard, these books take readers to far...
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Splendor in the Glass | Charleston Magazine

Txakolina—often shortened to txakoli (rhymes with broccoli)—is native to the uniquely independent Basque region in northern Spain. With vineyards overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, salt air wafts over the vines, adding a component of ocean spray to the wine’s bright, mineral-driven taste. Frequently found as a white (made from indigenous hondarrabi zuri grapes), txakolina’s characteristic slight effervescence makes for an ideal beverage to break out as temperatures rise.
“Spritzy wines cleanse the...
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Taste of The Tropics | Charleston Magazine

A selection of sipping rums at Cane Rhum Bar, including Black Tot (center)—a Caribbean blend and last consignment of Royal Navy Rum.
Spirits devotees typically covet aged scotch or bourbon, while their tropical cousin, rum, is often associated with kitschy cocktails such as daiquiris, zombies, or mai tais. But some liquor connoisseurs believe aged rums—each bearing its own complex, intriguing flavor—merit greater praise.
While American whiskey production is highly regulated, “rum is wide open,”...
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Charleston's tearoom tradition | Charleston Magazine

St. Philip’s Church (left), the oldest Anglican parish in the state, is open for tours during tearoom season.
In a city bursting with stylish, trendy restaurants, Charleston’s church tearoom tradition is a welcome blast from the past. Each spring, places of worship across the Holy City transform into bustling cafés, churning out classic Southern staples. Local parishioners, all volunteers, cook and serve old-fashioned fare such as ham biscuits, okra soup, and chicken salad, as well as indulgent...

How to Make the Most of an Internship Abroad

While most internships come with defined start and end dates, temporary positions in one’s home country sometimes turn into full-time employment. Working abroad on a visa, however, means the start and end dates are much less flexible.
Throughout my internship in the United States, I knew that no matter how much I loved my job, I would have to return to Canada when my visa expired. Here’s how I made the most of my final days in the U.S.A.: 
I enjoyed my internship in the United States immensely...