Katie Leigh Matthews

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Location
Birmingham, Alabama
School
Samford University
Expertise
Budget Travel, Nature Excursions, Family Trips
  • Katie Leigh landed her first writing gig by submitting a piece about her favorite local waterfall and has been exploring the world in her writing ever since.
  • As a mother of two, she is always looking for budget-friendly travel experiences that will instill in her children a love of nature and a curiosity about and respect for cultures.
  • Some of her most treasured travel experiences include spelunking caves in New Zealand, a safari in Kenya, and road-tripping her way through ten national parks across the U.S.

Experience

In addition to writing for Islands, Katie Leigh also helps locals explore the wonders of her home state as a contributor for a regional publication, which constantly reminds her that there is always more of the world to explore, including in your own backyard. Whether she's spotlighting rural restaurants worth the drive from the city or advising parents on what to pack for their first family trip to Disney World, Katie Leigh is passionate about sharing experiences worth exploring while providing the practical tips to make them happen. By equipping Island readers with everything they need to know before they go, she hopes they'll experience the true magic of travel found in those moments you never could have planned.

Education

Katie Leigh earned her B.A. in communications from Samford University.

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