Writing samples
I've written about my travels and adventures for some of the most highly regarded travel publications. Check out samples of my work.
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Porthole
Contributor Dive into my stories on luxurious and romantic getaways in the world's top magazine dedicated to the cruise industry. |
AARP The Magazine |
Cruise Fever |
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Contributor
I provide stories reviewing popular destinations, unique cruise vacations and top travel trends for the largest circulation magazine in the United States. |
Contributor
Offering expert tips, guides and reviews for cruise ships and destinations on one of the world's leading cruise websites. I have been on more than 50 cruises, and I feature much of what I have learned here. |
Quirky Cruise
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Cruise Addicts
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Travel Pulse |
TravelAge West |
ShermansCruise |
Contributor
I write about travel to some of the biggest and most vibrant cities in the world as well as those little hidden gems begging to be discovered. |
Contributor
Check out my tips, destination reviews and guides for the best activities, cruises and adventures around the world on this leading cruise travel website website. |
Contributing Editor
I provide ship reviews and tips and tricks to help you enjoy your cruise vacations. Save money, learn about the best cabins and try amazing food and drinks. |
World of Cruising
Exploring the Danube By Boat and Bike
You've never been so happy to be so exhausted. My journey along the Danube River with AmaWaterways and Backroads revealed what I think is the ideal way to explore the historic villages and lush countryside in Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary and the Czech Republic. I give you my view from both the bike seat and onboard a luxury river ship. I regularly provide in-depth reviews of cruise ships, destinations and and off-beat adventures at sea in this world-leading British cruise magazine. |
UnCruise Adventures Helps Travelers
Push it to the Limit in Alaska The expedition line offers an incredible way to explore the Last Frontier with an itinerary filled with challenging daily excursions and an equal mix of fine food and fantastic camaraderie with like-minded adventurers and crew. |
Cruise Critic
Cruise Line Air Packages:
Are They Right For You? Cruise lines offer a wide range of services for their passengers, so it's no surprise they can book airfare for you. 
Booking a Cruise Onboard:
How to Score Extras and Discounts A host of lines offer onboard booking perks. Take look at some of the key benefits of booking onboard. 
Cruise Voluntourism: Ways
to Give Back at Sea If you're looking to add a dose of good deeds to your next voyage, check out what these cruise lines are doing. |
The 9 Best Cruise Lines for Weddings
Cruise lines offer a variety of services to help you plan a shipboard or shoreside ceremony, which, of course, is combined with a romantic cruise honeymoon. 
Getting Sick at Sea
Because cruise ships are essentially floating cities, major lines contain infirmaries with staff available 24 hours a day to care for passengers. 
Ship Review: Navigator of the Seas
The ship emerged from drydock in February 2014 with new restaurants, a FlowRider, virtual balconies and new cabins with panoramic windows. |
Independent Traveler
Nine Easy Hikes That
Will Take Your Breath Away Getting there can be half the fun -- as long as you're not too worn out to enjoy your trip. These spectacular hikes will save you sore tootsies. |
Nine Ways to Make Travel
Less Stressful You can't avoid every situation that might cause anxiety, but you can anticipate common problems and give yourself relief from the worst hassles. |
Cruise Business Review
Navigator of the Seas Review
Royal Caribbean's "revitalization" of this Voyager-class ship delivered a broad range of enhancements and innovation, including the first-at-sea "Virtual Balconies." |
Princess Tweaks Design for Regal
About a year after sister ship Royal Princess began sailing, near-twin Regal Princess debuts -- with some minor adjustments based on feedback from cruisers. |