Location
Brooklyn, New York
School
University of Missouri
Expertise
Solo female travel, Dog-Friendly travel, Travel photography
- Waverly has been solo traveling since she was 19 years old and has been to nearly 30 countries.
- She has two dogs named Tati and Syrah who now travel with her whenever she can bring them.
- Her investigative journalism work has earned her two Emmy Awards and her photography has been shown in exhibits in New York and internationally.
Experience
Waverly is a travel photographer and journalist based in Brooklyn, NY. Her work has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, CNBC, HBO, The New Yorker, Martha Stewart magazine, and more. She hosts her own podcast called Version 1, and her photography can be seen in galleries in New York and Iceland.
Education
Waverly has a bachelor's in investigative reporting and multimedia journalism and a B.A. in international peace studies from the University of Missouri. She also has certificates from courses taken at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and the New York Film Academy.
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New York
By Waverly Colville
Experience a mix of old and new at this Buffalo hotspot, where you can eat, drink, kayak, attend events, and more, all in a unique industrial setting.
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Europe
By Waverly Colville
This French city may not be as famous as Paris, but it's bursting with picturesque medieval buildings, making it a "must-see," according to Rick Steves.
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Tennessee
By Waverly Colville
This Tennessee city combines small-town charm with an impressive mix of lakeside fun, delicious Southern food, local shopping, and cultural sites.
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Camping
By Waverly Colville
The only dog-focused campground in America is a North Carolina destination with seven parks for pets and many activities for dogs and humans year-round.
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Cruises
By Waverly Colville
Celebrity Cruises offers one ship that has a small-scale feeling but all the amenities and luxuries you expect from the service's larger ships in the fleet.
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