Living in Central Florida, I’m immersed in travel, tourism, and hospitality with theme parks, tourist attractions, hotels, and restaurants practically in my backyard. Luckily, I earned my stripes at Six Flags Theme Park & Wild Safari Animal Park in New Jersey, where I handled a variety of PR tasks, from pitching assignment editors and writing media kit components to promoting special events and writing “guest-facing” marketing collateral. I understand the “guest-first” combo of fun, entertainment, education, and safety by writing content that draws in visitors, boosts the fun factor of their visit, encourages them to spend money (and stay longer) while on the premises, and turns them into a repeat customer.
These days, I focus on writing a variety of travel content (articles, blogs, content marketing, copywriting, press releases), often focusing on Florida, Southeastern U.S., and the Caribbean. My topics include luxury, wellness, food/wine/craft beer, cruises, eco-tourism, romance, mother-daughter trips, and girlfriend getaways.
B2B & B2C Content Marketing, Copywriting
- Saba Rock (British Virgin Islands): Website copy for resort
- Hotel La Compañía (Panama): Historical Backgrounder
- Blue Haven Resort (Turks & Caicos): Website copy (coming soon!)
- AFAR: Escape to the Palm Beaches (branded content)
- Travel+Leisure: The Best Kind of Luxury Escape? The One That’s Perfect for You; Where to Eat in Orlando: The Best Bites By Neighborhood; Your Guide to the Perfect Florida Foodie Escape; Luxe Florida Keys and Key West Resorts Straight Out Of Your Wildest Vacation Dreams; How to Enjoy a Relaxing Florida Vacation With Kids (Really!) (branded content)
- Food & Wine: 10 Culinary Gems to Discover in the Florida Keys; The Ultimate Florida Keys Culinary Road Trip: Where to Find the Best Coastal Eats; Flavorful and Affordable: 11 Can’t-Miss Orlando Restaurants (branded content)
- Brides: The Dream Theme (branded content)
- Washington Post: A fresh look at Colonial Williamsburg; Exploring Hagerstown’s Scenic Byways; Indulge in Berkeley Springs Holiday Magic (branded content)
- Fort George Hotel & Spa (Belize): Home Page; Accommodations; K’IN Spa; Dining; Experiences; Events; (web copy)
- Southern Living: Find Your Own Style of Fun at Panama City Beach (branded content)
- Hilton: What To Eat In Orlando; Island Hop: Tropical Island Excursions Near Cartagena, Colombia (content marketing blog)
- Marriott Bonvoy Traveler: Albuquerque (destination guide); Delicious Food With No Queue; Emerald Seas, Sun and Sugar-White Sands: Your Guide to Florida’s Panhandle Beaches; Explore Orlando’s Neighborhoods (content marketing blog)
- IAAPA’s Funworld: How to Protect and Manage a Brand; Pumping Up Sustainability Efforts at Water Parks; Connect&GO Transforms Admissions into Experiences and Guests into Ambassadors; A New Approach to Maximizing Profitability (editorial and branded content)
- The Addison on Amelia Island (Florida): 12 Ways the Addison Puts Safety First; Why Staying at The Addison on Amelia Island Is a Safe Choice; Staying Clean and Safe at The Addison on Amelia Island; The Top 10 Ways to Celebrate Romance on Amelia Island; Why Celebrate Your Babymoon at The Addison?; 7 Ways to Enjoy Sustainable Travel on Amelia Island, Florida; A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Our Inn’s Transformation; Say Cheese! An Exclusive Culinary Adventure at The Addison; Discover the Magic of an Authentic Victorian Christmas – The Addison on Amelia; Thanksgiving at The Addison? Yes, please!; Say Hello to the Innkeepers (content marketing blog)
- Doorsteps: The Best Weekend Getaways from Orlando; Why to Act Like a Tourist in Your Own Hometown; The Best Beaches Near Orlando; Insider Tips for Visiting Orlando’s Theme Parks Like a Local; 8 Things to Do in Orlando on a Budget; Orlando Guide to Outdoor Activities in Florida; The Most Walkable Neighborhoods in the Orlando Area;15 Free Things to Do in Orlando; A Local’s Guide to Summer in Orlando; Pet-Friendly Spaces in Orlando; The Ultimate Orlando Bucket List: 46 Things You Must Do (content marketing)
- Six Flags Theme Parks: Batman Stunt Show Press Kit: Fact Sheet; Batman Stunt Show Press Kit: Media Advisory; Batman Stunt Show Press Kit: News Release; Guest Brochure; Park Brochure; Safari Press Kit: Story Ideas; Safari Press Kit: News Release; Safari Press Kit: Media Advisory; Safari Press Kit: Fun Facts; Safari Press Kit: Fact Sheet News Release; Media Advisory; Media Program Flyer; Community Relations Plan; Fact Sheet 1; Fact Sheet 2; Pitch Letter; Media Relations Plan (media materials)
Articles: B2B & B2C Publications, Print/Digital Content
- Conde Nast Traveler: Hotel Review: Conrad Orlando; Hotel Review: Four Seasons Nevis; How Walt Disney World Is Caring for Its 10,000 Animals While Parks Are Closed
- Lonely Planet: The Top 10 Things to Do in Nevis
- Hotel Management: Diversity as a Catalyst for Success
- Parade: America’s Hidden Treasures
- The Daily Beast: First Time to the Florida Keys? Here’s What You Need to Know
- USA Today Go Escape Florida & Caribbean: Brightline Train for Orlando to Boca Raton Excursions; Giddyup and Go: Experience equestrian utopia in tranquil Ocala; Miami Magic: Tourist Mecca Reopens Amid Coronavirus Concerns; Paradise On a Budget
- USA Today Go Escape Northeast: Block Party: LEGO Discovery Centers Expanding Across the Northeast; FlowerPower; Marvelous Medford
- USA Today Go Escape West: Taming the Wild West: Travel Hacks for Tackling the Region’s Distinct Geography
- USA Today Go Escape Texas & Southwest: Offbeat Pursuits
- USA Today Go Escape California & Pacific: Theme Park Protocol: Masks, Hand Sanitizer, & Social Distancing Will Be Part of the Magic
- USA Today Go Escape Winter: All Aboard! Follow These Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Next Cruise
- Hospitality Technology: Beyond the Booking: How to Maximize a Digital Concierge
- Islands: Conrad Punta de Mita Weaves Wellness into Every Aspect of the Journey; Get Back into the Parrothead Mindset in the Place that Does it Best; 5 Tropical Resorts that Deliver Year-round Creative Romance; Time to Unwind at the ‘Twin Sister’ Island Beaches of Florida’s Gulf Coast; Turn Up the Heat at Hawks Cay Resort; Amelia Island Two Ways: Luxury vs. Budget; How to Get the Most Out of Your Next Cruise; Royal Caribbean Spearheads $1 Million Dorian Disaster Relief Efforts; Royal Caribbean Transforms Private Island into Thrill-and-Chill Oasis; Inside Royal Caribbean’s $120 Million Mariner of the Seas Overhaul
- AARP: Step Outside Your Comfort Zone With These 5 Amazing Vacations; Living in the Past: Meet the People Who Are Keeping History Alive in Williamsburg; 6 Hidden Gems in Orlando, Florida; What Every Older Woman Needs to Plan to Do This Year; 7 Ways to Pick the Best Place for Your Wellness Vacation; A Few of the Best Group Tours That Cater to Women; What Happened When I Took a First-Ever Road Trip With My Sibling; Eager to Ditch the Hoopla of the Holidays? Then Get Out of Town; Pro-Level Hacks to Travel Dirt Cheap
- Prevention: 23 Best Couples Vacations That’ll Make Your Relationship Stronger Than Ever
- AAA: Exploring the Charm of New Orleans and My Stay at the Eliza Jane Hotel; An Insider’s Guide to Navigating Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas; 12 Best Fireworks Displays for 2024; What to Pack for a Cruise; 9 Underground Railroad Sites and Museums to Visit; Panama Bound!; 14 Things You Might Not Know About Disney’s Animal Kingdom; Hawks Cay Rises: The Return of a Florida Keys Favorite; Orlando’s Walt Disney World Plans to Reopen July 11; Universal Orlando Theme Parks Hope to Reopen June 5
- Southern Living: This High-Speed Florida Train Lets You Explore From Orlando To The Palm Beaches; The 8 Best Florida Water Parks To Visit For Family-Friendly Fun; 6 Florida Gardens To See Spring Flowers In Bloom Before Anywhere Else; The 10 Best Cities To Vacation In Florida; 5 Reasons To Visit Christmas, Florida; Anna Maria Island Is a Mother-Daughter Getaway with Old Florida Charm; Embrace Your Inner Child With A Stay At The Danville Florida Treehouse; The Best Free Things To Do In Orlando, According To A Local; 7 Under-The-Radar Destinations Only Floridians Know About
- Orlando Magazine: Escape To An Adults-Only Paradise In Cancun at Excellence Riviera Maya; Embark on a Lowcountry Odyssey; Explore Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach; The Beaches Go to Denver, Colorado; Affordable Luxury Awaits You in Turks & Caicos; Road Trippin’ to the Florida Keys: Celebrating 200 Years of Sunsets; What’s New at Orlando’s Theme Parks?; Hawks Cay Getaway; A Journey to Jacksonville
- Florida Farm & Family: 9 Things to Do in Naples on a Gulf Coast Getaway; Tarpon Springs Offers a Stateside Greek Getaway; Step Back in Time at These Charming Florida Country Stores; Historic Fort Pierce Showcases Old Florida Charm; Daytona Delights Visitors With Holiday Magic; Dive Into Green Cove Springs for Old Florida Charm and Rich History; Captiva Offers a Gulf Coast Slice of Paradise; Head to Jupiter for a Galactic Getaway; The Road Less Traveled; Coral Gables Offers a Unique Mediterranean Escape; Find the Festive Spirit Year-Round in Christmas, Florida
- New Jersey Monthly: Coming Home
- Yahoo Life: 5 Reasons To Visit Christmas, Florida
- Florida Travel + Life: Get Back into the Parrothead Mindset in the Place that Does it Best
- RCI Magazine & Website: Great American Road Trip; Experience Nashville Off The Beaten Path; A Weekend in Anaheim; Restaurants Here & There; 5 Books Set in Resort Destinations; The Small-Town Charm Of Shenandoah Valley; New Year’s Celebrations Around The World; What’s Your Beach Personality?; Plan Your Next Vacation Like A Pro; 4 Unique Ways To Have Fun Visiting A National Park; Set Sail To These Fun-On-The-Water Destinations; 4 Botanical Gardens In Full Bloom
- Wyndham Destinations: Meet 5 Extraordinary National Parks; Old City Roots & Routes; Celebrate & Reconnect This Spring; 2021 Travel Trends; How To Avoid Looking Like A Tourist; How to Stay Safe at Theme Parks; Accessible Fun for Everyone; Voluntourism: Doing Good on Vacation
- Club Wyndham: Gulf Coast Road Trip; Itinerary: Three Days in Newport, Rhode Island; Infuse More Romance Into Your Vacation
- Cruise Critic: Things to Do in Miami Before a Cruise
- Tribune News Service: What It Costs to Be a VIP at Disney World; Beach Bliss: Spring Is Great Time to Hit Florida’s Islands
- National Environmental Education Foundation: Squeeze in a Safe Summer Getaway Before School Starts; Make an Activity Date with Your National Parks
- Today’s Parent: 13 Ways to Save Money at Disney
- AmeriDisability: Tips for Visiting Theme Parks with Kids on the Autism Spectrum
- Good Life Family Magazine: Travel Knows No Bounds for Adults with Disabilities
- Boom: 7 Ways to Explore Your Town Like a Tourist
- Orlando Family Magazine: Time Out for Fun: 6 Great Family Day Trips Within 3 Hours of Orlando
- Good Life Family: The Coolest Place Around
- Hometown Tourist:Orlando: Holiday Traditions Beyond the Theme Park Gates; Stuck in a Fun Rut? Be a Hometown Tourist!