Location
Humacao, Puerto Rico
School
CUNY Hunter College
Expertise
European cuisines, Shopping while abroad, Wellness tourism
- As an avid foodie, music-lover, and theater-goer, Pam is always on the lookout for the best eats and performances in any major city she visits or researches.
- She is obsessed with the world's cultures and immersing herself in new places and communities; part of this obsession includes flight tracking and learning about point optimization to get the most out of every travel dollar.
- A big part of travel for Pam is relaxation and wellness, with a focus on amenities and attentiveness at hotels, restaurants, and spas, from robe quality to cost value and how well staff anticipates guest needs.
Experience
Pam Stepansky is an established content and copywriter with experience covering dozens of various travel-related topics. From music venue features to day spas and entertainment destinations, her work has been featured in digital publications such as SFGate, Chron, and CT Insider, and in print publications including The Sun and Connecticut Magazine. As a senior copywriter for Hearst Newspapers, Pam covered the best of local commerce in seven geographical demographics and verticals ranging from the best restaurants to entertainment venues and local activities. As a travel writer for Islands, Pam loves researching and reporting on the best destinations for wellness tourism, shopping, and discovering new cuisines.
Education
Pam has a bachelor's degree in English literature from CUNY Hunter College
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