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Michelle Gross’s Biography

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Michelle Gross is a travel journalist, photographer, and Japan travel expert who tells purpose-driven stories about the people and places shaping the world of travel today. Her reporting regularly explores the intersection of culture and human connection, and you can follow her adventures on Instagram or read her weekly travel newsletter, The Wishbone Way, on Substack.

Michelle Gross’s Journalist Portfolio

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Transformative 'med-cations' are the ultimate 2025 wellness trend

Transformative 'med-cations' are the ultimate 2025 wellness trend

Biohacking, bloodwork, transcranial electro-stimulation and an alkalizing daily miso soup for breakfast might…

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The Luxe New Resorts Are Shaping The Future of Wellness Travel

The Luxe New Resorts Are Shaping The Future of Wellness Travel

From Mexico to the Middle East, luxury resorts are upgrading their spas into ultra-high-tech, medical-grade f…

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On Japan's Ryukyu Islands, ancient tradition meets tropical paradise

On Japan's Ryukyu Islands, ancient tradition meets tropical paradise

The birthplace of karate also holds a deeply rooted connection to spirituality and nature. Here's how to plan…

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How to Travel Sustainably in 2025

How to Travel Sustainably in 2025

A sustainable vacation means spending your discretionary dollars in the right places and on the right things…

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The women saving Japan's vanishing cuisine

The women saving Japan's vanishing cuisine

For 450 years, the little-known Ryukyu Kingdom thrived in what is now Japan. Now, after nearly vanishing, its…

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A 'Carbon Positive' Hotel Is Opening In Seattle-Here's A Look Inside

A 'Carbon Positive' Hotel Is Opening In Seattle-Here's A Look Inside

Sustainable in Seattle, Populus offers guests a rainforest-inspired stay, zero-waste restaurant, and a tree p…

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How New Zealand’s Queenstown Is Transforming Into a Luxury Hot Spot

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George R.R. Martin 5 hours ago George R.R. Martin set a deadline for when he could be imprisoned for not finishing The Winds of Winter, and it was 6 years ago GamesRadar - Molly Edwards • 5h Many years ago, A Song of Ice and Fire author George R.R. Martin promised fans could imprison him if the sixth book in the series, The Winds of … New Zealand Defence Force 8 hours ago PM Modi’s visit takes India-New Zealand bilateral ties into new phase socialnews.xyz - Gopi • 8h New Delhi, July 30...
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Even though Queenstown’s reputation as New Zealand’s adventure capital precedes it, I still wasn’t quite prepared for how committed to the bit everyone is. Wherever you look, someone seems to be dabbling in a gravity- or near-death-defying activity. Hurtling off a suspension bridge on a swing before breakfast? Check. Voluntarily luging down a mountain at impossibly high speeds before lunch? Even 7-year-olds do it.
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The Odyssey Effect

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TODAY’S NEWSLETTER INCLUDES: 🎬 Hollywood is changing the way we travel, andThe Odyssey could be its most interesting travel story yet. 🌍 In other news: John Malkovich is the new face of Croatia tourism, a rare worldwide travel alert for Americans abroad, and Costa Rica’s new 4D sound resort.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

General Assignment Reporter for The MV Times

Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

April O'Neil

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