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Dana Freeman

  • Freelance Travel Writer, Freelance
  • None, FREELANCE (FODOR'S)
  • None, Freelance (Lonely Planet, Thrillist, Fodors)
Burlington
As seen in: CNN Travel, Medium, MSN, U.S. News and World Report, Lonely Planet, Thrillist, Fodor's Travel, Philadelphia Tribune, Yankee Magazine, Hamlet Hub and
Covers:  Luxury Travel, Small Cruise Ships, Airlines, Culinary Travel
Doesn't Cover: Weddings, beauty

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Dana Freeman is an accomplished travel writer based in Vermont. As a luxury travel and cruise writer, she has had the privilege of experiencing the finest in both land and sea vacations. With over a decade of experience in the luxury travel and cruise industry, her stories have appeared in CNN Travel, Invited Magazine, Fodor's, Matador Network, Country Magazine, Lonely Planet, TripSavvy, Porthole Magazine, and Thrillist. In addition, she is a guidebook editor and contributor. Finally, Dana has …

Dana Freeman’s Journalist Portfolio

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The Best Vineyard Glamping Stays

The Best Vineyard Glamping Stays

Vineyard glamping offers a sweet spot between outdoor immersion and hotel comfort, and these retreats in New …

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Small Luxury Cruises Are the Best Way to See the Mediterranean

Small Luxury Cruises Are the Best Way to See the Mediterranean

After sailing on nearly 40 cruises, mostly on small luxury ships in the Mediterranean, I've found that yacht-…

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European River Cruises: The Case for Seeing Europe by Water

European River Cruises: The Case for Seeing Europe by Water

European river cruising lets you cover multiple countries without the usual planning headaches. Here's what s…

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Pack It or Skip It: The Cruise Packing List I've Honed From Dozens of Sailings

Pack It or Skip It: The Cruise Packing List I've Honed From Dozens of Sailings

I’ve packed for more cruises than I can count, and every single time, I learn something new about what actual…

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No Decisions Required: A Week Aboard Tradewinds' New Electric Catamaran in Antigua

No Decisions Required: A Week Aboard Tradewinds' New Electric Catamaran in Antigua

For those drawn to the water or the intimacy of small-ship travel, a crewed all-inclusive sailing vacation is…

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Suite X at Fairmont Pacific Rim: Vancouver's Most Extraordinary Hotel Suite

Suite X at Fairmont Pacific Rim: Vancouver's Most Extraordinary Hotel Suite

There are hotel suites, and then there is Suite X. Located on a Gold floor of the Fairmont Pacific Rim, a …

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4 Vineyard Glamping Stays That Are Even More Charming Than a Boutique Hotel

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By Dana Freeman, Emily Hochberg Verified
| TravelBulletin.com
Vineyard glamping occupies a category all its own. It is not quite like staying in a hotel, nor is it exactly camping, but perhaps something more compelling than either on its own. You get the grounding, sensory experience of sleeping close to the land, plus the comforts you’d expect from a boutique hotel: think cozy beds, good breakfasts, and wine experiences that feel like part of the stay, not just an add-on.
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40 Cruises In, I Can Tell You Small Ships Are the Only Way to See the Mediterranean

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By Dana Freeman, Emily Hochberg Verified
| TravelBulletin.com
After sailing on nearly 40 cruises, mostly on small luxury ships in the Mediterranean, I've found that yacht-style cruising is the best (if not the only) way to experience this region. You'll see more than you would on a larger vessel, and by design, these smaller ships cocoon you in unmatched luxury. Once you try it, you'll never want to go back to a mega ship again. Indeed, true luxury can feel elusive on giant ships that are not unlike a small city at sea.
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European River Cruising Will Convert Even Hardcore Cruise Haters

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By Dana Freeman, Emily Hochberg Verified
| TravelBulletin.com
If you’ve ever tried to see several European countries in one trip, you know the plan always looks easier on paper than it feels in real life. Managing multiple air transfers or long drives can be tricky, pricey, and exhausting. A simpler strategy can be to board a river cruise instead, which often visits multiple cities or countries while only unpacking once. My first Riverside Luxury Cruises sailing on the Mozart went from Budapest through Croatia and Serbia and back.
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Have you ever used a typewriter?

Of course. I got one as a graduation gift from High School and took it to college.

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Steven King

What tools and software do you use to do your job?

iPhone, MacBook, Google Maps, Waze, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Flights, Messenger, Notes.

Awards

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Top 10 Cruise Influencers of 2019

2019 - Cruise Influencer

Travel influencers are a dime a dozen these days, but the tides have turned in favor of engagement and content, rather than followers. Porthole Cruise Magazine has dived into the depths of cruise influencers, reading their blogs, examining their posts and searching for the most authentic personalities with a passion for cruising.

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Top 10 Travel Influencers Changing How We Vacation

2018 - Cruise Influencer

Some people follow trends, others set them. When it comes to travel, we all have the potential to be great travel influencers, but only a select few separate themselves from the rest. From social media to blogs and even print, influencing how people travel and experience the world starts with a keen eye for the unique and a flair for adventure.

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The 50+ Most Amazing Travel Blogs

2019 - Travel Blog
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30 Bloggers and Travelers to Follow for Summer Vacation Advice

2018 - Travel Blog
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