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Summer Rylander’s Biography

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Freelance travel journalist covering the conservation of our biodiverse planet.

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Tracking the Lion Poachers

Tracking the Lion Poachers

Forensic science comes to wildlife law enforcement.

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The unsung winter wonderland that's now cheaper to visit with northern lights and reindeer

The unsung winter wonderland that's now cheaper to visit with northern lights and reindeer

Sweden's northernmost city sits within the auroral oval, making it, and its surrounds, ideal for catching the…

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Welcome to Sweden's sunniest island, the perfect place for a solo escape

Welcome to Sweden's sunniest island, the perfect place for a solo escape

Little known among UK travellers, is it accessible via a free ferry from the mainland and is 30 minutes from …

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Scientists find enzymes in nature that could replace toxic chemicals

Scientists find enzymes in nature that could replace toxic chemicals

Some 900 miles off the coast of Portugal, nine major islands rise from the mid-Atlantic. Verdant and volcanic…

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Where to eat in Warsaw for a fresh twist on traditional Polish flavours

Where to eat in Warsaw for a fresh twist on traditional Polish flavours

Reshaping its culinary identity with a blend of heritage recipes, classic flavours and fresh techniques, the …

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Explore UNESCO-Protected Germany

Explore UNESCO-Protected Germany

With an astounding number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Germany is the perfect place to go slow and tune in…

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Skopelos Is The Greek Island Of Mamma Mia! Fame - It's Also The Country's Greenest

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I’ve never seen Mamma Mia!, but standing beside the Church of Agios Ioannis, the chapel where the wedding took place at the end of the film, I didn’t need that context to understand why visitors make the 200-step climb. The tiny chapel sits atop a rock 100 metres above the sea, overlooking pine-covered hills and the sapphire Aegean that pools around the Sporades archipelago. It’s as lovely as it is logistically improbable.
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The 5 Best Nugget Ice Makers of 2026, According to Our Tests

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By Summer Rylander Verified
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Sure, a standard countertop ice maker will give you regular ice cubes — but if you’re looking to seriously elevate your ice game, we recommend upgrading to a nugget ice maker. Sometimes called Sonic ice after the fast-food chain that famously uses it, nugget ice stands out for its small, chewable pieces and satisfying crunchy texture. Plus, the soft, compressed layers melt more slowly than traditional solid cubes.
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I’ve Used a Technivorm Moccamaster for a Decade — Here's Why It’s Still My Favorite Coffee Maker

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All colorways of the Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select Coffee Maker are 33% off for Prime Day, and one of them is brand-new. Our favorite drip coffee maker is now available in eucalyptus along with more than 20 other colors. A drip coffee maker has long been a staple in my kitchen. I brew a pot each morning, and the simple pleasures of those first few sips make the ritual one of the best parts of my day.
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Inspire Global Media Awards

2023 - Consumer Magazine Feature of the Year, Africa and Indian Ocean

Highly Commended for "Behind the scenes of a fundraising expedition in southern Africa" in Adventure.com

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Travel Media Awards

2023 - Consumer Writer of the Year

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AITO Travel Writer of the Year Awards

2023 - Travel Writer of the Year Under 1,500 Words

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