School
The University of Tulsa
Expertise
European destinations, Solo travel, Budget lodging
- Anna spent four months traveling cheaply throughout Europe during college.
- She writes about her travel adventures on her personal blog and offers tips in order to encourage other people to travel.
- Anna wrote an essay on the perception of women traveling solo in the media.
Experience
Anna gained an interest in travel at a young age after becoming fascinated with world maps. She began writing in elementary school and carried her passions to college, where she researched and wrote about global media and politics. After graduation, she wrote blog articles on past lifestyles and Americana trends for a local antique appraisal company. She previously wrote for Grunge and The List before joining Explore in August 2023. Anna later joined Islands to continue following her passion for travel, tourism, and the exploration of distant lands through finely crafted content.
Education
Anna has a bachelor's degree in media studies/communication and a certificate in international studies from the University of Tulsa. She also spent a semester studying at Charles University in Prague, Czechia.
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If you're interested in learning about the history of the United States while exploring an old town, then this spot in Florida is the place to be.
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A lakefront garden in Toronto compliments the city skyline as a tribute to music. Here, you can find live music, trails and butterfly-attracting wildflowers.
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Travel Guides
By Anna Robinson
Every good road trip needs a playlist, and there's no better way to mix things up than by working in a handful of old school bangers you know by heart.
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The secret behind the popular pastrami sandwiches served by this deli in New York City (which in itself has become a pop culture icon) is in the ingredients.
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No trip to New York is complete without pizza, so it's important to know which spots are worth it. Over on Reddit, there's much debate about one famous shop.
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Las Vegas, Nevada
By Anna Robinson
This restaurant serving sushi and other Japanese dishes has been in Las Vegas since the 1960s and has been featured on TV for its fresh menu items.
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The modern attractions of Ohio may get all the attention, but the historic charm and luxury of The Golden Lamb Hotel in Lebanon deserve recognition as well.
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Tennessee
By Anna Robinson
Drive Tennessee’s music corridor from Nashville to Memphis, with stops for country, blues, and rock ’n’ roll history, museums, and iconic landmarks.
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Las Vegas, Nevada
By Anna Robinson
If you're looking for an affordable and tasty shopping experience off the Las Vegas Strip, this mall, which happens to be the oldest in the area, is for you.
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Destinations
By Anna Robinson
Experience a slice of the Southeast’s storied history, Creole cuisine, and unique attractions in a short 80-mile road trip along the Mississippi river.
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New Jersey
By Anna Robinson
This seaside resort hotel, the first in America and a popular stop for the vacation set, changed summer travel over 200 years ago and is still thriving today.
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This appropriately-named and underrated Florida city in the panhandle has trails, parks, fantastic boating, and delicious seafood, as well as a secluded feel.
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Many beaches on the Gulf share one stunning geologic phenomenon that vacationers particularly enjoy, one which makes a beach trip here truly special.
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A Mexican tourism official recently made the offensive-sounding quote that every Canadian is worth two Americans but what it means may differ from perception
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Washington
By Anna Robinson
Washington has a reputation for its beautiful trees and gorgeous lakes, but that doesn't make this incredible park any less mesmerizing to behold.
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Take a guided night walk to see mothers laying eggs at this Florida beach, considered one of the world's most densely populated sea turtle nesting grounds.
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Nebraska
By Anna Robinson
You don't have to go abroad to experience world-class wildlife thanks to this safari park in Nebraska which is considered the best in the nation.
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Explore this historic off-the-Strip Las Vegas resort, featuring Elvis ties, top-rated steakhouse and hibachi dining, plus a Barry Manilow residency.
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TSA staffing shortages during the government shutdown are putting smaller airports at risk of closure, according to Acting Deputy TSA Administrator Adam Stahl.
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