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The Experience Economy, the "Hidden in Plain Sight" Destination Worth Visiting, & the Value of Boredom, with Black Tomato
Plus, a getaway in collaboration with...Pamela Anderson?
Jan 15
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Welcome to the first edition of Departure!
Jul 19, 2024
The Road Trip Giveaway (+ a gift from me)
Apr 24, 2025
Exactly How I Budget for Travel, Where I Splurge, & Lifestyle Creep
Nov 20, 2025
This Substack Might Be a Failure
Jul 17, 2025
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How Departure is Changing in 2026
A paid opportunity for readers, an exclusive Q&A, and one major goal for the year.
Jan 8
The Dreamy Domestic City Filled With Beaches, Mountains, & Wine
I know it did for me.
Jan 1
Winter Staycations, AI Planning Mistakes, & Credit Card Perks
A sneak peek of 2026 content, our three giveaway winners, and the best books I read this year.
Dec 25, 2025
How I've Changed My Travel Planning—and How You Can, Too
A giveaway for three (3!) winners, a guide to small towns, and the crossover between books and hotels.
Dec 18, 2025
The One Tool That Helped Me Embody Quiet Travel
A personal connection to my family, two book recs, and a useful app!
Dec 10, 2025
How to Travel More Sustainably, with a Responsible Tourism Expert
Featuring an expert on responsible tourism. Plus, the latest media I've consumed.
Dec 4, 2025
Your Christmas Guide to London 🇬🇧
A note of gratitude, a dreamy waterfront bookstore, and the top nature photos of 2025
Nov 27, 2025
Exactly How I Budget for Travel, Where I Splurge, & Lifestyle Creep
Announcing our latest giveaway winner, a preview of my upcoming trip, and the best bars in New York City.
Nov 20, 2025
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