Blake Snow

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Published works: Everything you need to know before visiting Christ The Redeemer

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Here’s my latest for Fodor’s: 

Published works: 25 Things to Do in Utah

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My latest for Fodor’s Travel: “Utah does two things remarkably well. Its unique climate catches the driest, fluffiest snow in the world, which is terrible for snowballs. But it’s heavenly for skiing—like gliding on clouds. Secondly, it stars some of the most fascinating rock formations and canyons on the planet–the former is out of this world, the latter legitimately rivals the Grand Canyon. More than 60% of Utah lands are public, and about 100% (give or take) of those public lands are otherworldly, photogenic, recreational paradises.” Continue reading…

Recent travel stories I’ve published for CNN, NatGeo, USA Today, LA Times, and more

For nearly 10 years, I’ve written and published hundreds of travel articles for CNN, National Geographic, USA Today, LA Times, Washington Post, Lonely Planet, Fodor’s, Expedia, Orbitz, Frommers, and Travel Weekly. For that last six years, I’ve served as the monthly travel columnist for Paste Magazine (5 million readers), which has taken me to six continents and dozens of countries. For my most recent articles, click here. For some of my favorites, consider these:

Best of 2023

  1. What I’ve learned after 10 years of travel writing
  2. 5 funny ways Europe differs from America
  3. With war next door, I hiked 50 miles into Petra on the Jordan Trail
  4. Is Fairbanks the best place in America to see the Northern Lights?
  5. 5 things to love about Celebrity Apex
  6. The most cosmopolitan cities in the world
  7. 5 things to know before road-tripping to Southern Colorado’s National Parks
  8. Why some New Yorkers never visit the Statue of Liberty
  9. Tokyo: What my family learned in the world’s largest and safest city
  10. 18 travel tips that actually work
  11. The best way to visit Paris with kids
  12. Amsterdam: Cozy canals and the “Garden of Europe”
  13. Everything you need to know about the 7 wonders of the world
  14. Safari with kids: Seeing Africa’s “big game” on a budget
  15. Ultra-long haul flights: How I survived 16 hours in the sky
  16. Wasting away again at Margaritaville’s newest Cancun all-inclusive
  17. Will travel for music: Beck and Phoenix in sunny California
  18. Is skydiving the most physiological rewarding form of travel?

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Published works: 10 reasons this might be America’s best lake

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My latest for Fodor’s: “America is home to a glut of amazing lakes. Tahoe, Crater, Flathead, and Havasu just to name a few. But in terms of sheer adventure, nothing beats Lake Powell for its houseboats, water-skiing, cliff jumping, swimming, boat-hiking, extra elbow room, and limitless exploration. Here’s what makes Lake Powell the most fun-loving body of water in the country.” Continue reading…

Recent clippings: Surviving recessions, travel restrictions, and COVID winters

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Thanks for reading and sharing the ones that interest you the most:

Utah less-traveled: Going extinct in Dinosaur National Monument

My latest for Fodor’s: With so many other national parks and recreation areas overshadowing it, northeastern Utah is easily overlooked, especially when compared to Southern Utah. But with many of the same features minus the crowds, little-known Vernal is like Moab before it became overrun with tourists. From remarkable hiking, surreal canyons, and amazing arches, to prehistoric digs, whitewater rafting, and legalized cliff jumping, there’s so much to like about this so-called “Dinosaurland.” Continue reading…

The trouble with travel in an “open” pandemic

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My latest for Fodor’s: “Shortly after coronavirus restrictions closed international borders last spring, I asked a dozen travel experts on when those borders might reopen. The immediate answer was discouraging: sometime in 2021 at the earliest. Many of those same experts accurately predicted, however, that domestic borders would reopen this summer and fall, which is exactly what happened.

“So how have travel forecasts changed over the last half-year, if at all? Are there any silver linings or is there any good news on the horizon for those hoping to travel as we did in the past? And what will it take to regain access to the places we lost this year?

“While there’s no easy answer to those questions, this is what many of those same experts say now: Everything is subject to change in this hesitant, inconsistent new world.” Continue reading…

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Published works: The rise of “travel shaming” and how to combat it

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My latest for Fodor’s about people who don’t think other people should travel in pandemic: “I think shamers are just scared, probably a little jealous, and don’t know how to handle their frustration or anger,” says travel blogger Kristin Addis. “The only way to handle it is to be OK with disagreeing. Shaming won’t fix anything. It won’t help communities that depend on tourism, and it won’t stop people from traveling either.” Continue reading…

Published works: Parks vs Monuments, coping with no travel, best quarantine trips

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Although several of my international travel stories are still on hold, a handful of domestic ones recently published that I hope you enjoy. Thanks for reading and sharing any you like:

Published works: 10 vacations to safely book this summer (Fodor’s)

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My latest for Fodor’s: Ready or not, the world is starting to reopen to both shoppers and travelers, after more than three months of quarantine. Although international borders are still largely closed, most state borders are open to domestic visitors. Granted, it will take a lot more time and research to pull off a successful interstate trip these days. But for many, the added hassle, increased risks, and fewer options are still worth it. They aren’t perfect. But until further notice, this is as good as it gets. Continue reading…

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Recently published: The Colosseum, origin of Japan, best of Belize, lasting digital detox

Excluding non-bylined commercial writing, here are my most recent media clippings:

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