School
    University of Leeds
 
    Expertise
    hospitality, vacation rental, travel tech
  
         
     
            
                - Katha has written for BBC Travel, Conde Nast Traveler, VOGUE, Travel + Leisure, Cathay Pacific, Thrillist, NatGeo Traveler, and more.
 - She has also written several articles about islands and beach tourism.
 - When not traveling for work, she's traveling for leisure.
 
Experience
With over six years of media and marketing experience, Katha's work includes helping hospitality and travel-tech companies with SEO and web copywriting. She explores destinations through new and fresh perspectives, such as seeing places through the eyes of locals, discovering hidden gems, traveling in the off-season, or taking trend-conscious trips.
Education
She has a master's degree in digital media from the University of Leeds.
             
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                            New Hampshire
                By Katha Nauriyal 
             
            
            New Hampshire has no shortage of New England charm, and this small town is no exception. Check out its beautiful nature and seasonal community events.
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            Whether its celebrating the 4th of July or making one of the largest spinach salads in the world, this quirky Kansas city knows how to host a festival.
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                            Connecticut
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            This neighborhood in Bridgeport, CT is great for day shopping.
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                            South Carolina
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            If you want to find the place where you can fish bass to your heart's content and enjoy great local food, then you don't want to miss this South Carolina town.
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                            Oklahoma
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            Oklahoma City may be on the pricier side and be quite busy for many, but this quaint central neighborhood offers easy access to the city with affordable homes.
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                            Connecticut
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            For an exhilarating journey into American history, this charming town in Connecticut offers centuries-old homes, fascinating museums, and picturesque coves.
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                            Mississippi
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            This small Mississippi town is an ideal destination for anglers, outdoors enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone looking for a quiet getaway.
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                            New York
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            Stroll through waterfront parks, kayak on the Hudson River, and shop local at organic markets. This New York town is a little slice of paradise near Manhattan.
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                            Connecticut
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            A historic Connecticut town features miles of picturesque coastlines -- the state's very own "Gold Coast." It's just within an hour's drive from New York City.
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                            Festivals
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            New England is known for its colorful fall foliage, and this seaside city offers stunning views and autumnal delights galore. Here's what you can do there.
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            Lisbon's iconic Rua da Bica street is known for its picturesque stairs, vintage tram, and artsy energy, complete with eateries and buzzing nightlife spots.
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            Check out this beautiful Texas city for a weekend getaway full of fun -- no matter what season you visit!
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                            Pennsylvania
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            A sweet trail through Pennsylvania's scenic mountain region takes you on a journey tracing the origins of maple syrup at family farms and sugar camps.
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                            Florida
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            Pastel homes are a visual treat in this walkable stretch of Florida's Gulf Coast, which boasts ample biking paths for oceanside cycling adventures.
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            Get lost in the beauty of a tropical island paradise on this archipelago that offers breezy island hopping, kayaking, snorkeling, and serenity.
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                            Vermont
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            What could be better than a cozy weekend browsing books and spending quality time with your sweetheart surrounded by nature? Talk about the perfect getaway!
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            If you're looking for incredibly fresh seafood, head to Canada's Vancouver Island where this place, renowned for fishing, serves delicious eats.
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            While this lodge is a prime spot for heli-skiing, there are things to see and do year-round -- even if you aren't an outdoor enthusiast.
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                            Florida
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            Florida goes big more often than not, but this resort offers something a little more intimate. The cutest spot in the Sunshine State? This could be it.
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            Where better to gaze up at the spectacular Utah night sky than from a glass dome in a brand-spanking-new Bryce Canyon National Park resort? Where do we sign?
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