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Erica Bray

Erica Bray

Erica is a Chicago-based travel journalist and mindfulness teacher. A seasoned travel industry veteran with more than 20 years of media experience, she’s worked for the likes of TIME, Travelzoo, Yahoo Travel, Frommer’s Travel, Fodor’s, Orbitz, Travelocity and AAA Insights. When she’s not penning prose or teaching yoga and meditation, you can find her sampling fine wines with her husband or planning their next travel adventure.

63 Articles
9 Must-Do U.S. Road Trips
9 Things to Know Before You Purchase Trip Insurance
What to Wear to Disney? Tips for Disney Outfits
Why You Should Visit these 5 Lesser-Known Caribbean Islands
Magical Places for Meeting Santa Claus
The Perfect Houseplant For Every Lifestyle
Travel Tips
The Benefits of Nature-Inspired Getaways
72 Hours in Chicago with Kids
Add These Domestic Cruises to Your Bucket List
Hiring a Local Photographer on Your Vacation
The Most Unusual Spa Treatments
The Top New Year's Eve Celebrations Across The U.S.
The Top Travel Destinations Of 2023
Why Immersive Travel Is The Hottest Travel Trend
These Are The Luxury Vacation Travel Trends Of 2023
Add These Film-Making Locations To Your Travel Bucket List
Foodie Find
The Top Foodie Vacation Destinations in the U.S.
What Type Of Care Might Your Aging Parents Need?
Gathering the Family
Five Places You Must Visit in Alaska
Eight Hotels That Are Also Amazing Museums
The Perks Of Splurging On Travel
The Five Places You Have To Visit In Alaska
The Must-See Attractions Of The Great Lakes
The Best Vacations For Thrill Seekers
Why You Should Rent A Cabin In Great Smoky Mountains National Park
How To Get Better Sleep
15 Reasons To Add Puerto Rico To Your 2022 Bucket List
What To Expect At A Wellness Resort
Our Favorite Family-Friendly Resorts
Top Travel Destinations For 2022
8 Towns With Crazy Christmas Cheer
10 College Towns Worth Exploring
Breweries For A Girls Getaway
The Most Haunted Hotels Across The USA
Amazing Cruise Destinations Off The Beaten Path
The Best Ways To See Fall Foliage
Where To See Whales, Dolphins Turtles, And More
What You Need To Know Before Picking A Cruise Ship Cabin
Road Trip Games That Don’t Involve Screens
What's New At Theme Parks Across The Country
How To Plan A Successful Workcation
Unexpected Kid-Friendly Road Trip Destinations
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A Guide To Traveling With A Baby
Cruising Makes A Comeback
What To Know Before Renting An RV
Travel Experiences Starring Dogs
How To Have A Good Staycation With The Kids
6 Ways To Tap The Elixir Of Life On Florida’s Paradise Coast
Why You Should Consider River Cruising This Year
How To Conduct A Closet Purge
The Most Romantic Destinations
Resorts In The U.S. Where You Can Spread Out During The Pandemic
How Your Kids Can Help Plan The Next Family Vacation
Pet Separation Anxiety
Top Destinations For Travel In 2021
Comfort Food Delivered Nationwide
Financial Tips For A More Mindful Money Life
Books And Films That Scratch Your Travel Itch
Your Guide To Route 66 Adventure
Travel The World From Your Home
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Your Guide To Chicago
Traveling Solo