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Let me bring some extra pizazz to your publication in the form of an article, blog or column. I’ve been writing for as long as I’ve been able to hold a pen and I’d love to help bring a voice to your ideas! I specialize in pieces relating to travel journalism, such as cultural experiences, lesser-known histories and traditions around the world. As a regular contributor to the Georgian Journal, I particularly enjoy writing about Eastern Europe and the Caucasus. In addition to the Georgian Journal, I am a staff travel writer for Big 7. When I’m not typing away furiously about food or culture, I can’t seem to shut up about what travel does for personal growth.
Any of this ring a bell? Let’s discuss and get creative. melaniedelayne@gmail.com
To see my previously published work, head to either of these magical links below.
Georgia Today
Inspiring Women: Nana Chkareuli, an Akhalgori IDP Bringing Hope to Tserovani
Mental Floss
Euguene Bullard, the World’s First Black Fighter Pilot
Popsugar
Up For a Baking Challenge? This 8-Layer Russian Honey Cake is Covered in Crunchy Cake Pieces
Big7 Travel
7 Best Texas Destinations for a Romantic Getaway
25 of the Best Christmas Destinations Around the Globe
Lufthansa to Trial Economy Class Sleeper Seats
Ioway Tribe to Create the Nation’s Largest Tribal National Park
Yet Another Charming Italian Village Selling Homes for Just €1
Brits Can Now Embark on a “Mystery Trip” to the Caribbean
Dubai is Getting an All New Luxury Resort…On Water
The 50 Most Beautiful Places in the UK
Americans Now Eligible to Apply for Iceland’s Long Stay Visa
¡Que Rico! 25 Best Places to Eat in Puerto Rico
More Than 4,500 Skeletons Discovered in Islamic Necropolis in Spain
Quarantine on Arrival in UK Will Soon Drop to Five Days
Luxury Train Linking Rockies to Red Rocks Coming Soon
Get Paid $1,000 to Binge Watch Wanderlust Inspired Movies
Airbnb is Bringing Santa to You With Virtual Experiences Around the World
¡Buon Appetito! These are the 25 Best Italian Restaurants in New York
The Dish on the Global Phenomenon of Mukbang
Washington State Heads Back Into Lockdown Amid Covid-19 Surge
Have the Thanksgiving Feast of a Lifetime at This Los Cabos Resort
25 Best Tex-Mex Restaurants in Texas
Chile to Reopen Borders Beginning in December
Hottest Caribbean Destinations for 2021
Royal Caribbean Seeking Cruise Volunteers to Test Covid Practices
US Verterans and Gold Star Families Granted Lifetime Access to National Parks
Hope for Travel in 2021? Covid-19 Vaccine May Finally Be Here
Hike Italy Coast to Coast With Calabria’s New Trail Initiative
Live Like an Actual Sultan in Istanbul’s Ciragan Palace Hotel
Everything You Need to Know When Visiting Mont Saint Michel
14-Day Quarantine No Longer Required for Entry Into New York
Walk From Manhattan to Canada on New Empire State Trail
Melbourne’s Avalon Airport Adapts to Pandemic With Touchless Security
Most Fascinating New Year Traditions Around the Globe
Olé! 7 Surprising Facts About the Portuguese Language
Germany Cancels Famous Christkindlesmarkt Amid Pandemic
Spend a $50 Weekend in One of America’s Most Culturally Rich Cities
Take a Day Trip to Space From Tokyo’s Bay’s Upcoming Spaceport City
All You Ever Wanted to Know About Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
Iconic NYC Winter Village Will Be Open After All
Winter Solstice 2020: Traditions, History & Cultural Significance
Work From the Beach With Cayman Island’s New Remote Worker Program
Italy Will Pay You to Move to This Picturesque Mountain Village
A 2020 Gift Guide for the Traveller in Your Life
7 of the Best Independent Bookstores in NYC to Visit or Order From
Air New Zealand Offering “Mystery Breaks” to Adventurous Travellers
Your Guide to a Happy Corona-Era Thanksgiving
Michelin Starred Budapest Restaurant Innovates With Ferris Wheel Dining
The Two Remaining Residents in This Italian Village Still Socially Distance
Wyndham Offering Thanksgiving Package Compete With Quarantine
Wuhan Pulls Nearly 19 Million Tourists Over Golden Week
Couple Says “I Do” With Wedding on US-Canada Border
Edinburgh’s Old Town is Going Car-Free Thanks to the Pandemic
Heathrow and Newark Airports Test Digital Health “Passport”
Pandemic Has Many Americans Ready for Van Life
NYC Landmark Roosevelt Hotel to Close After 96 Years of Business
Enjoy and Epic Stay in India’s 500 Year Old Palace Turned Hotel
Hilton Turns Newlywed Staycation Into Romantic European Honeymoon
Major Airlines Continue to Slash Ticket Prices Amid Pandemic
Study: Most Americans Won’t Be Traveling For Family This Holiday Season
Is There Hope For Tourism in 2021? This Study Says So
7 Most Incredible Natural Wonders and Phenomena Alaska Has to Offer
Tourist Returns Allegedly Cursed Artifacts to Pompeii After Fifteen Years
Japanese Tourist Receives Once in a Lifetime Tour of Machu Picchu
7 Traditional Cuban Dishes Everyone Needs to Try
Strange & Interesting Foods Eaten in Ancient Rome
¿Cómo Se Dice? 7 Spanish Words With No English Translation
A History Lover’s Guide to Moscow
A Food Lover’s Guide to Tbilisi, Georgia
7 Ancient Foods Still Consumed Today
Russian History in 7 Drinking Traditions
Hungover? Try These Bizarre Hangover Cures From Around the Globe
7 Lessons Anthony Bourdain Taught About Life, Travel and Food
How to Throw the Perfect Virtual Dinner Party
Good News Stories to Cheer You Up During This Pandemic
7 Good Things That Have Happened Despite the Coronavirus
7 of the best Jewish Delis in Brooklyn
7 Traditional Ukrainian Dishes to Try in Kyiv
7 Best Russian Foods to Try in Moscow
The Blonde Abroad
Recipes Around the World: Georgian Chicken in Garlic Sauce
Recipes Around the World: Adjarian Khachapuri
Georgian Journal
Georgia: A Haven for Vegetarian Foodies
Five Things About Kartuli That’ll Make You Say Vaime!
The Travel
Ten Restaurants You Must Visit in Edinburgh (and Their Most Popular Dish)
Who Says European Food Has to be Bland? These Dishes Prove Otherwise.