Author spotlight

Marissa Willman

Marissa Willman earned a bachelor's degree in journalism before downsizing her life into two suitcases for a teaching gig in South Korea. Seoul was her home base for two years of wanderlusting throughout six countries in Asia. In 2011, Marissa swapped teaching for travel writing and now calls Southern California home.
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5 places where classic Christmas stories come to life
Around the world, you’ll find classic holiday tales coming to life with tours, performances and attractions that keep the...
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Cannabis tourism: Travel to US pot spots on the rise
Move over, Amsterdam and Vancouver (sometimes known as “Vansterdam” for its notoriously loose, yet still illegal, pot culture): There’s...
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De-stress-tinations: Unwind in the World’s Busiest Cities
It’s no secret that modern-day life is filled with stress. Sometimes, you just want to get away from it all...
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Photo Tour: The Australian Outback
Rugged, remote and without bounds, the Australian Outback remains seemingly untouched to this day.
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Off-Track: Cycling Across New Zealand
Take an unforgettable biking adventure through one of the most picturesque locations in the world.
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Glamping Across New Zealand
Snag the comforts of a hotel in the thick of New Zealand’s natural beauty by glamping your way around...
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Culinary Speakeasies: Private Kitchens in Hong Kong
You don’t have to try too hard to eat well – really well – in Hong Kong. From five-star...
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Awesome 24-Hour Diners in America
When late-night hunger hits, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as the greasy comforts dished out at a decent local...
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Get Your Soda Fix on Route 66
A road trip along historic Route 66 is all about finding the nostalgic, the all-American and the downright quirky....