Jared Woods
Expertise
Obscure Attractions, Religious Culture, Solo Travel On A Budget
- As a permanent world traveler, Jared has visited over 50 countries across six continents and counting!
- He has authored six books, with many more stewing in the pot.
- Also a passionate scriptwriter, Jared has written cartoons with over 140 million views on the YouTube channel Pencilmation.
Experience
A devoted writer since he could hold a pen, Jared finally took the plunge in 2017 to chase the dream of being a full-time author. In 2018, this fantasy solidified into a functional reality, and Jared realized he was only bound by wifi, not location. He has lived as a digital nomad from then onward, composing books and articles as he crosses the globe. His primary topics of interest include travel, religious culture, self-improvement, the arts, and fiction.
Education
Jared has a certified digital design diploma, covering desktop publishing, web development, and video editing.
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Stories By Jared Woods
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From Renaissance masterpieces to curbside cult favorites, these are the most spectacular paintings around Europe sure to beautify your traveling palette.
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If you're keen on exploring the coffee culture and city life of Seattle, here are some notorious tourist traps you might want to avoid on your next trip.
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Italy is a beautiful country to explore, but it's not without seedy locations. These are the areas you'll want to be alert in when traveling throughout Italy.
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Among the most popular destinations in the world, Barcelona has much to offer tourists. If you're planning to go there, here are the things you shouldn't do.
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From how to approach attractions to interacting with locals, our guide on things tourists should never do when visiting Paris will help you navigate the city.
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Heading to South America in January? These are the destinations to visit, from mysterious monasteries to stunning mountains, glaciers and much more.
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If you want to spot celebrities in Los Angeles, well, you came to right place, and these establishments and locales are typically pretty star-studded.
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If you're a fan of both American history and inviting watering holes to drink a pint or two, then pull up a stool at some of the oldest bars in America.
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While there are plenty of awesome destination to enjoy a Caribbean beach vacation, there are also dangerous and crowded shorelines you may want to avoid.