School
VIT University, Vellore
Expertise
Immersive Travel Experiences, Local Culture, Hidden Gems
- Neha caught the travel bug in her teens on a family trip to Malaysia and has visited over 30 destinations since.
- She believes in immersive travel experiences and exploring on foot, far exceeding the recommended 10,000 steps per day on her trips.
- At Islands, she is relishing the opportunity to combine her two passions: travel and the written word.
Experience
Neha has worked as a professional writer since late 2017. Her journey began as a content writer for a digital marketing agency, where she explored different writing niches and eventually leaned towards lifestyle and travel writing. Her contributions are featured in several online publications like Bookmundi, Wedbook, and DNA Media. With a deep love for outdoors and local culture, she crafts engaging content that inspires readers to explore a destination's hidden gems besides the obvious highlights. She plans to get certified in yoga and meditation at a hilly retreat someday.
Education
Neha has a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from VIT University, Vellore, India. Although she pivoted from her educational background within a year of graduating, this degree gave her the analytical skills to help her establish a broad career as a freelance writer.
Islands content is created by a team of veteran writers and editors passionate about travel. Outside experts with deep field knowledge sometimes inform our work with additional context and perspectives by way of exclusive commentary. Our goal is to offer readers well-rounded and diverse articles that inform, entertain, and inspire.
Our editors consistently review and update articles to ensure they're providing current, relevant, and useful information. Complete information on our editorial process is available here.
-
California
By Neha Maheshwari
A perennial draw for campers and hikers, this California state park is a forested reserve along Lake Tahoe. Its beach and trails are best enjoyed in the summer.
Read More
-
Massachusetts
By Neha Maheshwari
The next time you're in Massachusetts, stop by this coastal trail near Cape Cod -- it features beautiful wetlands with lots of birds and wildlife to watch.
Read More
-
Maryland
By Neha Maheshwari
Discover Maryland’s hidden gem near the PA border. Enjoy spectacular mountain vistas, scenic trails, and peaceful nature at this must-visit state park.
Read More
-
Delaware
By Neha Maheshwari
You might enjoy Rehoboth Beach's boardwalk and small time vibes, but an hour away is true beauty Delaware has to offer.
Read More
-
North Carolina
By Neha Maheshwari
All manner of outdoor adventures are available at this underrated state park in North Carolina, with plenty of fun for all the family.
Read More
-
Skip the crowds at Utah's famous national parks and discover a quieter getaway where outdoor adventures, scenic views, and modern camping come together.
Read More
-
Maryland
By Neha Maheshwari
Maryland may not be the largest state, but it is home to a wide variety of landscapes, including this mountain state park with a popular waterfall.
Read More
-
Indiana
By Neha Maheshwari
You'll enjoy a little bit of everything at this underrated state park in Indiana, from camping in the forests to swimming in the lake and beyond.
Read More
-
Beautiful birds and sumptuous views are on offer at this underrated bird-watching destination on a picturesque Texas Gulf Coast island.
Read More
-
Michigan
By Neha Maheshwari
This delightful park in Michigan offers everything from camping to swimming at one of the state's largest beaches, all just a short drive from Detroit.
Read More
-
California
By Neha Maheshwari
Sequoia National Park is home to the largest trees in the world. Stand in awe underneath the park’s biggest giants that are accessible by trail.
Read More
-
South Dakota
By Neha Maheshwari
South Dakota is one of the country's most underrated states, and this spot near Sioux Falls might just be one of its most underrated state parks.
Read More
-
You needn't venture far from Dallas, Texas, to experience a serene state park with several campsites and a large lake that offers great fishing and paddling.
Read More
-
West Virginia
By Neha Maheshwari
Thinking of visiting the newest National Park for a serene vacation? Just two hours south, the Mountain State offers an underrated, less populated alternative.
Read More
-
Michigan
By Neha Maheshwari
Lake Erie is the place to be if you want to visit Michigan’s only state park along the lake. It’s a bird lovers dream with more than 250 documented species.
Read More
-
Illinois
By Neha Maheshwari
It's a hidden gem in Illinois' Rock River Valley with enchanting trails through rare white pine groves, a charming dinner theater lodge, and cozy cabins.
Read More
-
Michigan
By Neha Maheshwari
Michigan has a lot of lakeside parks to visit, including this state recreation area, which offers 17 different lakes across its 8,000 acre-property.
Read More
-
New York
By Neha Maheshwari
New York's largest wildlife refuge, located between Buffalo and Rochester, is definitely not as renowned as it should be, especially considering its beauty.
Read More
-
You don't have to go too far outside of the big city to get back to nature, and this stunning Texas state park on the edge of Laredo proves it.
Read More
-
Yosemite
By Neha Maheshwari
If you're looking for a short, easy hike through Yosemite while still soaking up some amazing views, you won't want to miss checking out this short trail.
Read More
-
Colorado
By Neha Maheshwari
For your next trip to Colorado, skip out on crowded Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak and visit this nearby quiet spot with quintessential views instead.
Read More
-
In the Great Smoky Mountains National park, between Knoxville and Columbia, is a scenic hiking loop you can take to see three gorgeous waterfalls.
Read More
-
Georgia
By Neha Maheshwari
History and nature collide with spectacular results at this impactful and iconic mountain escape not far from Atlanta, Georgia.
Read More
-
This scenic southern Minnesota destination offers waterfalls, bison sightings, riverside trails, and prairie landscapes less than two hours from Minneapolis.
Read More
-
Yosemite
By Neha Maheshwari
For an easy stroll through a forest of giant sequoias, embark on this short but pleasant loop that visits some of Yosemite’s tallest trees.
Read More
-
Skip crowded Big Bend this summer and instead explore the emerald waters and relaxing atmosphere of this small state park in the Lone State State.
Read More
-
Georgia
By Neha Maheshwari
Known for its roaring waterfall, this state park has plenty more up its sleeve, from river trails to campsites, making it a worthy southern escape.
Read More