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Cait Kontalis

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Cait Kontalis’s Biography

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Cait is a Chicago-based Greek-American but spends most of her year floating around the globe. She holds a B.A. in Communications and a M.A. in Nonprofit Management.

She writes for online travel publications with well over 10 million monthly readers. Her favorite destinations include visiting her homeland in Greece and the Black Hills of South Dakota.

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Where to Play, Eat, and Stay in Virginia Beach, Home of the World's Largest 'Pleasure Beach'

Where to Play, Eat, and Stay in Virginia Beach, Home of the World's Largest 'Pleasure Beach'

Virginia Beach is undergoing a shift that's setting it apart from other beachfront destinations. Here's where…

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This Coffeehouse Was Built Into Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

This Coffeehouse Was Built Into Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument

Looking for a truly unique place to enjoy your cup of Joe? Kiva Koffeehouse is built directly into the Grand …

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Things to Do in Bonaire on Your Honeymoon

Things to Do in Bonaire on Your Honeymoon

The ultimate guide to things to do in Bonaire on your honeymoon.

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5 Easy Day Trips You Can Take From Rapid City, South Dakota, My Favorite Included

5 Easy Day Trips You Can Take From Rapid City, South Dakota, My Favorite Included

Try these five easy day trips from Rapid City, South Dakota. Discover wildlife, cross-country ski trails, old…

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The Top 10 Things to Do in Curaçao

The Top 10 Things to Do in Curaçao

Curacao might be a small island country but there are many activities you can do here. Let's discuss some of …

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Looking Back at My Childhood in Illinois: How Brookfield Zoo Became an Unforgettable Experience

Looking Back at My Childhood in Illinois: How Brookfield Zoo Became an Unforgettable Experience

Brookfield Zoo shaped one Illinois native's childhood. Discover how through history, family time, and field t…

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I Took 60+ Flights in a Year Despite My Fear of Flying. Here’s What Finally Helped.

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By Cait Kontalis Verified, Emily Hochberg Verified
| TravelBulletin.com
Flying can be an anxiety-inducing experience for some travelers. | Евгений Шемякин - stock.adobe.com In the last year, I’ve been on more than 60 flights. And I’m afraid of flying. For the last 10 years, I’ve had a fear of flying. At one point in my life, it was so crippling that I cried before every flight. I knew I had to find a way to cope if I was going to continue seeing the world. Today, I’m still anxious every time the wheels of an airplane leave the ground.
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I've Been Visiting Greece Since Childhood. Monemvasia Is Where I'd Send You First.

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By Cait Kontalis Verified, Emily Hochberg Verified
| TravelBulletin.com
Lower Town in Monemvasia | Cait Kontalis As a Greek-American, I’ve spent my fair share of summers enjoying the many facets that Greece has to offer. I’ve been visiting regularly my entire life, spending time in places like Santorini or Crete, but one of my favorites is a little-known town tucked on the southeastern coast of the Peloponnese.
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5 Outdoorsy Towns in Wisconsin That Make Adventure Easy

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| Aol Verified
It's one of my firm beliefs that Wisconsin is one of the most underrated places in the country. These five outdoorsy towns in Wisconsin stand to support my point. Growing up just south of the Wisconsin border, a trip to America's Dairyland was always a treat. These outdoor destinations in Wisconsin offer unbeatable lake access, great hiking, ski trails, cycling routes, rock climbing, and more. 1.
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Why did you become a journalist?

I believe the more places we experience and the more stories we can tell, the better people we become.

What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?

Start small and build a side hustle while keeping your "day job." After you've built up some clients and a reputation – take the plunge!

When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?

Hitting the slopes or going for a run.
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