School
The University of Tulsa
Expertise
European destinations, Solo travel, Budget lodging
- Anna spent four months traveling cheaply throughout Europe during college.
- She writes about her travel adventures on her personal blog and offers tips in order to encourage other people to travel.
- Anna wrote an essay on the perception of women traveling solo in the media.
Experience
Anna gained an interest in travel at a young age after becoming fascinated with world maps. She began writing in elementary school and carried her passions to college, where she researched and wrote about global media and politics. After graduation, she wrote blog articles on past lifestyles and Americana trends for a local antique appraisal company. She previously wrote for Grunge and The List before joining Explore in August 2023. Anna later joined Islands to continue following her passion for travel, tourism, and the exploration of distant lands through finely crafted content.
Education
Anna has a bachelor's degree in media studies/communication and a certificate in international studies from the University of Tulsa. She also spent a semester studying at Charles University in Prague, Czechia.
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