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Marybeth Bond

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As seen in: The New York Times, Yahoo Life, Forbes, HuffPost, National Geographic Traveler, Flipboard, Yahoo, The Courier-Mail, Escape Australia, Go World Travel Magazine and
Covers:  Women, health, consumer products, family, adventure, luxury, wildlife, conservation, cruising, exotic locations, off-beat, biking, hiking, travel.
Doesn't Cover: Gaming, alcohol.
GutsyTraveler.com I love travel. Travel Journalist. Nat. Geo. Author, writer. Rode my bike across the USA, climbed mts in the Himalayas. Guest on Oprah Winfrey

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Marybeth Bond: National Geographic writer of best selling travel books and articles. Her career has included a guest appearance on the Oprah Winfrey Show with her book Gutsy Women, and recently a New York Times profile about her career and work.

Marybeth contributes to National Geographic Travel, New York Times, ivllage.com, Escape Magazine, TravelGirl Magazine, is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of GutsyTraveler.com, and the Travel Columnist at The Ark Newspaper. Her credentials include: thre…

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Marybeth Bond, Travel Expert CBS News

Marybeth Bond, Travel Expert CBS News

Marybeth on CBS Morning News, offering her expert travel advice and sizzling tips

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The Fight to Save Africa's Rhinos

The Fight to Save Africa's Rhinos

The full-chested roars of male lions echo through the trees, pumping adrenaline into our veins as we watch fr…

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About Marybeth. National Geographic writer, author, adventurer

About Marybeth. National Geographic writer, author, adventurer

Marybeth writes for National Geographic (three travel books and articles). Her book Gusty Women has sold over…

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Advice for Women on the Road

Advice for Women on the Road

A. It was a continuation of my 1996 book "Gutsy Women" and dialogues with travelers that began during nationa…

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How to Avoid Common Travel Headaches Before You Even Leave the House

How to Avoid Common Travel Headaches Before You Even Leave the House

1. Call your credit card company to add a "Travel Alert" to your account. Make sure your cell phone is ready …

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Articles

Bhutan Travel Guide: What Makes the Land of Happiness Irresistible to Experienced Travelers

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| Go World Travel Magazine Verified
Laya woman from one of the world's highest permanent human settlements. Photo by Matt DeSilva, courtesy of MyBhutan Bhutan had occupied a place on my travel bucket list for years. As someone who has visited close to 100 countries and lived abroad for years, I’m admittedly hard to impress.
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Crossing Continents: An 11-Day Mediterranean Journey Through Spain's Andalusia, Morocco's Magic, and Portugal's Charm

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Celebrating a milestone—whether it’s an anniversary, a big birthday, or another major life event—calls for something extraordinary: a grand voyage worthy of the occasion. Our Windstar cruise from Barcelona to Lisbon delivered just that for my husband and me. From Gaudí’s whimsical architecture in Barcelona to the red-and-white arches of Córdoba’s Great Mosque, the soaring Gothic cathedral of Seville, and the vibrant souks of Marrakesh, each stop offered something unforgettable.
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Crossing Continents: An 11-Day Mediterranean Journey Through Spain’s Andalusia, Morocco’s Magic, and Portugal’s Charm

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Have you heard of dill green? Designers are calling this trending green 'nature's neutral' and it's surprisingly easy to use For many of us, butter yellow is the shade that comes to mind when we reflect on 2025 and its many trending colors. While it's hard to deny that the …
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Interview

Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?

Yes. News reporter.

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

Traveling, hIking, cooking, reading, bike riding.

What's the most common misperception about your beat?

Readers think the life of a travel journalist is always glamorous. It is very hard work to create a well-written article and edit photos.

Awards

Society of Professional Journalists Award

Best Travel Book of the Year. Gold Award.
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