It's that time of year again when I talk about my career and what I've learned! Work came down to the wire this year with two stories running right before Christmas and two more before the New Year. Overall, I pitched or was assigned 350 stories, almost doubling from last year. This year had a … [Read more...] about Writing Goals for 2023
I Get the Hype of Medellin
Before I went to Colombia, I'd heard a lot about Medellin, perhaps more than any other city in the country. It's big with the digital nomad crowd and has developed a sort of industry to cater to them with hostels and apartments with high-speed Internet and restaurants appealing to a global palate. … [Read more...] about I Get the Hype of Medellin
Behind the Curtain: November 2022
I'm starting to wrap up my work for the year but the travels have continued! I've been on an international trip with one more to come and three domestic trips to come. Stay tuned to my Instagram (@cairinthecity) for updates! In every monthly post, I like to share the articles I’m reading, the … [Read more...] about Behind the Curtain: November 2022
Cartagena: The Miami of Colombia
I knew that when planning my trip, I wanted to get at least a quick glimpse of the Caribbean coast, as it differs so greatly from the rest of the country. And I'm so glad I did, despite the weather so hot it left me breathless and the struggle to get there. The journey to Colombia didn't exactly … [Read more...] about Cartagena: The Miami of Colombia
Where I Slept in Colombia
My two-week-long trip through Colombia was certainly memorable but started with some hiccups. My flight was delayed a number of times before being canceled and rebooked for the following day. So instead of staying at Habitel Select at the Bogota Airport, which I had arranged, I spent the night on … [Read more...] about Where I Slept in Colombia