Sarah Schlichter
@TravelEditor
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Editor, writer, traveler, reader, dog lover. Currently: Personal finance writer at @NerdWallet. Previously: Deputy executive editor at @SmarterTravel.
Joined March 2009
The views and hues Macedon, captured less than an hour from Melbourne in the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges 🍁 📸 via IG/brenton_captures
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For once, a happy airplane story!
washingtonpost.com
Jeremy Salda and Pam Patterson were on their way to a Las Vegas wedding chapel when their flight was canceled.
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This essay brought back memories of past expedition cruises I've taken. Interesting to see it from the other side.
outsideonline.com
High school didn't serve up much adventure, so Devin Murphy signed up to do grunt work on expedition ships that sailed to Alaska, Iceland, Antarctica, and other far-flung places. Turned out to be a...
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Enjoyed this profile of a longtime hotel housekeeper.
afar.com
What it’s actually like to work as a hotel maid in Manhattan.
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Reading this is a fascinating, immersive experience.
This project is about the rapid ascendance of African cities into the ranks of the world's largest. But it was born, too, of a desire to slow down our journalism; to link this historic transformation with individual stories; to dispel pernicious myths.
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Beautifully written story.
washingtonpost.com
After caring for my ill son, my dying husband and my elderly mother, I’ve learned just how little we can control.
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Ambitious and poignant journalism from four far-flung places where the tourists don't come anymore https://t.co/XvuMFTc1f7
theguardian.com
From Bolivia’s Lake Titicaca to wildlife tourism in Nepal, we find out how the crisis has affected people in four travel hotspots – and whether or not they want the tourists to return
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Hotels exploring the Spirit Airlines model, experimenting with a la carte pricing. Cheaper room rate, but: Early check-in: $20 Pool use: $25 https://t.co/3NjqU1VFCt
wsj.com
Lodging companies such as MCR are experimenting with a la carte pricing for services and amenities, and cutting room rates in return.
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The hotel chains that have handled COVID-19 best:
nerdwallet.com
Dreaming of a vacation? We've got the tools and tips to help you compare and find the smartest travel credit cards and loyalty programs. Future you will thank you.
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The Best Hikes in Hawaii Through Rain Forests, Volcanoes, and Secret Beaches
travelandleisure.com
The best hikes in Hawaii through rain forests, volcanoes, and secret beaches.
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Mentally, here. What's the most beautiful #roomwithaview you've ever seen? Show us. 👇 📹: @ananewyork
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Intrepid Travel's Overtourism Antidote for Europe Focuses on Hyperlocal and Remote
skift.com
Intrepid Travel is launching a new kind of conservation-focused tour that aims to be the antidote to big crowds visiting the same places.
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As more people are getting back into travel, there are fewer vehicles available to rent. That means rental car prices are sky high. @RachelDePompa spoke with Sara Rathner at @NerdWallet about what to expect. #WatchingYourWallet
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🤓 Nerdy Tip: Getting a travel rewards credit card at least six months before your big trip helps you earn points for that dream vacation when the time is right. For more tips and to compare the latest travel rewards cards 👉 https://t.co/zK35p0CT2g
nerdwallet.com
Find the best travel credit card to maximize your rewards or enjoy luxury perks. Earn travel rewards with every purchase and bring your next big trip within reach.
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Sarah Schlichter addresses some frequently asked questions & common misconceptions about car & home insurance. Reported by @TravelEditor via @NerdWallet
https://t.co/p3WZlCEfm4
thebeaconnewspapers.com
Insurance is notoriously complicated, and few people have the time or desire to pore over their policies. But some basic knowledge can go a long way. And that’s where an insurance agent can help, by...
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The boom in remote work means a boom in population — and housing prices — in Lake Tahoe, Palm Springs and many other places you'd like to take a vacation
latimes.com
Vacation destinations have become primary homes during the COVID-19 pandemic as Lake Tahoe and Palm Springs see surges in population and housing costs.
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