School
Boston University, University College London
Expertise
Art history, European travel destinations, Traveling with children
- Jessica has traveled to 23 countries across three continents.
- In 2005, she relocated from the United States to Italy to pursue her passion for art history.
- Her travel photography and writing have appeared in publications such as The Guardian, Condé Nast Traveler, and Italy's XL La Repubblica magazine.
Experience
Jessica has extensive experience working in the fields of travel and culture. She spent eight years managing the Italian office of Context Travel, a high-end walking tour company, and helped the company expand into Eastern Europe and Asia. She has been a writer for over a decade, covering art, culture, and travel for publications such as My Modern Met. Her natural curiosity and love for the arts and photography have led her to publish a book on Roman street art and contribute essays to books by artists like Alice Pasquini.
Education
Jessica received her bachelor's degree in art history from Boston University and went on to earn a master's degree in Renaissance Studies from University College London.
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New York
By Jessica Stewart
Some museums are outstanding and others can be ruined by crowds and dated displays, like this popular New York City museum that is one of the world's busiest.
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California
By Jessica Stewart
With creative events happening year-round, including one of the best art fairs in the U.S., La Quinta is a charming and fun desert escape in California.
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