School
North Central College
Expertise
National Parks, Travel Gear, Hiking
- Jon previously lived in a campervan while traveling across North America.
- His favorite destinations include London, Charleston, Oia, Chicago, and anywhere in the Rocky Mountains.
- When he's not road-tripping or hanging out at airports, you'll find him trail running or reading.
Experience
Jon has been a professional writer since 2019, originally working as a Medical Editor. He has since written for The Wall Street Journal, Metacritic, Slickdeals, GameSpot, and other high-profile outlets. He's also written a book for Macmillan Publishers. Jon has been traveling for as long as he can remember, primarily road-tripping throughout the United States with his wife and two dogs. He enjoys "traveling slow" and fully immersing himself in the local culture instead of checking boxes off a list.
Education
Jon graduated from North Central College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. He was a member of the College Scholars program while also participating in Track and Field.
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Travel Guides
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One of the most underrated towns in the country is a Keystone State charmer that has come to be known as the Switzerland of America. What's not to like?
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Rocky Mountain National Park attracts the crowds, but this underrated state park nearby offers similar experiences in a more serene setting.
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