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Julia Hammond

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United Kingdom
As seen in: MSN, MSN New Zealand, MSN UK, MSN Malaysia, MSN South Africa, The Independent (UK), New Zealand Herald, The Culture Trip, Fodor's Travel, Best in Australia and
Covers:  Independent travel, budget travel, train travel. Typically write about undiscovered destinations, Iceland, USA, UK and rest of Europe but open to commissions about most places.
Doesn't Cover: Cruises, all-inclusives
Travel writer. 137 countries/territories (124 UN). A million experiences. No place like home.

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Julia Hammond is an accomplished freelance travel writer based on the Essex coast in the UK.

Regular contributor for US websites such as The Discoverer and Daily Passport.

Writing credits also include articles for The Telegraph, The Independent and New Zealand Herald.

Copywriter for a number of Icelandic businesses; promotional content for Wanderlust magazine.

Visited 126 countries.

Member of the British Guild of Travel Writers since 2017.

Degree in Geography and History.

Articles

The Best Times To Book a Hotel Room

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By Julia Hammond Verified
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If you’re familiar with flight-booking hacks, you’ll know that there’s often a sweet spot for when to make your reservations. Though the best time to book varies according to season, destination, and even the type of airline, one trend remains constant: Booking flights last-minute usually means you’ll shell out more. But it’s not always the same with hotels, which also operate on dynamic pricing strategies, but with different factors at play.
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The Hidden Costs of Retiring Abroad

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By Julia Hammond Verified
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For many Americans, retiring abroad isn’t just a pipe dream. A recent Harris poll reported that 52% of Americans believe they can achieve a better quality of life by moving abroad, and some estimates put the number of retirees living outside the U.S. at more than 700,000. Those who choose to move to another country in retirement will have likely done their research, but beyond accommodations, health care, and living costs, there are some unexpected expenses that many people overlook.
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Which Airlines Offer Senior Discounts?

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By Julia Hammond Verified
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Adventurous travelers don’t stop wanting to explore simply because they’ve gotten older. If you’re among them, you may be interested to find out whether airlines offer discounts on account of your age. A few do, but there are some things to know before you book. Take a look at which major airlines offer discounted fares for seniors.
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