by Mary Charlebois | Oct 4, 2019
I wasn’t a real travel writer, I never went anywhere. Writing about home felt like a compromise, a concession made because I lacked the money to fly to Venice, explore the Balkans, or cruise Cuba. Without bylines, press trips weren’t on offer. My travel budget was $0.... by Mary Charlebois | Jun 25, 2019
Not every photo you snap has to be a winner. Some images aren’t meant to be sold at all. Instead, their job is saving time and money. Travel writers are information collectors. We illuminate our stories with photos we take of attractions, accommodations, food, and... by Mary Charlebois | Apr 23, 2019
“If they knew my age, they would reject my stories.” “I’m too old to be starting out as a travel writer.” “Will I be able to travel with my arthritis?” “No one cares what a great-grandmother has to say.” These age-discriminating thoughts and many more almost kept me... by Mary Charlebois | Apr 11, 2019
Suddenly, I was surrounded by horses. Curious horses. They were interested in my camera, tripod, and me. After they satisfied their curiosity, I got the chance for close-ups of the small herd with the Pacific Ocean in the background. It was May and a glorious spring... by Mary Charlebois | Jan 15, 2019
When the hook clicks open, and the pilot catches the updraft, the cockpit goes silent. An ethereal mood takes over as the aircraft ceases its strain against the winch rope. You are floating on air. Thermals carry you up, currents take you forward. The vista is...