Beth Blair

Current

Travel expert, writer, co-founder, publisher at The Vacation Gals
Senior Partner at Traveling Mamas
Writer at USATourist.com

Travel Writer at Freelance

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Past

Freelance Writer at Oro Valley Marana Magazine
Flight Attendant at Southwest Airlines
Ticket/Gate Agent at Frontier Airlines

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Leisure, Travel & Tourism

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Beth Blair’s Summary

Beth Blair is a freelance writer specializing in lifestyle, bridal, culinary, spirits and travel, which runs the gamut from aviation topics to exotic destinations. Her articles have been featured in Aviation Security International Magazine, AirTran Airways GO Magazine, Hybrid Mom, Draft Magazine, Arizona Bride Magazine, Oro Valley/Marana Magazine, Tucson Bridal Magazine, Christian Science Monitor, Central Penn Parent, Long Island Mothers Journal, BabyZone.com and various other magazines and newspapers. She has also contributed to numerous anthologies, including the Chicken Soup for the Soul series.

Beth has a strong online presence. She is an AdventureUS.com "Outsiders" correspondent and has written for Away.com, iExplore.com, and Fodors.com. She pens the monthly USATourist News Magazine and content pages for USATourist.com (translated into five languages).

She is co-founder of TravelingMamas.com and the recently launched TheVacationGals.com, where she blogs about her travels and offers valuable insight and expert advice on hitting the road (and skies). Her blog posts have been featured on major news websites including Travel Meredith, Fox and NBC affiliates, Reuters, Chicago Sun Times, and others. Traveling Mamas is on the Nielsen Power Moms list of the 50 most influential bloggers. She is a regular contributor to Homewood Suites blog: SuiteTrip.com.

A former flight attendant, Beth enjoys sharing her insider’s perspective and knowledge on all aspects of travel. She is frequently quoted in the media as a travel expert, most recently FoxNews.com travel, Woman's Day, RealSimple.com and has appeared as a guest on ABC-15 Sonoran Living Live in Phoenix, Arizona.

Beth has been selected as first place winner in the 2010 Writer’s Market “Freelance Success Stories” Contest and is a member of SATW (Society of America's Travel Writers), Toastmasters and Aviation for Women.

Beth Blair’s Specialties:

travel writing, aviation, airlines, in-flight, bridal, weddings, destinations, tips, food, spirits, parenting, budget travel, travel safety, family travel, girlfriend getaways, luxury travel, USA travel, romantic getaways, Midwest, Minnesota, Twin Cities, southwest, Arizona, Tucson, USA travel

Beth Blair’s Experience

Travel expert, writer, co-founder, publisher

The Vacation Gals

(Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry)

September 2009 — Present (3 months)

Travel blog offering expert travel advice and reviews of destinations and travel gear.
Senior Partner

Traveling Mamas

(Writing and Editing industry)

January 2008 — Present (1 year 11 months)

TravelingMamas.com™ is a partnership between four traveling writing professionals. These four mamas are the authorities when it comes to mamas planning a family vacation, a romantic trip, or a girlfriend getaway. They offer unbiased advice on all things travel.

Visit the website for travel planning or to purchase Traveling Mamas apparel. Future products include books and travel gear.
Writer

USATourist.com

(Leisure, Travel & Tourism industry)

February 2005 — Present (4 years 10 months)
Travel Writer

Freelance

(Writing and Editing industry)

2002 — Present (7 years )

Freelance: Aviation Security International Magazine, State Farm Insurance: Good Neighbor Magazine, Draft Magazine, AirTran Airways GO Magazine, Arizona Bride Magazine, Tucson Bridal Magazine, Oro Valley / Marana Magazine, Desert Leaf, Christian Science Monitor, Arizona Star, Central Penn Parent, Long Island Mothers Journal, GRAND Magazine, the Chicken Soup series and BabyZone.com. USATourist News Magazine/USATourist.com