Jen Mallia
Location
Edmonton, AB, Canada
School
University Of Alberta
Expertise
Travel Tips, Family Travel, Hotels
- Jen is a member of the Society of American Travel Writers and the Travel Media Association of Canada.
- Through her travels, she has stayed at not one but two hotels with a robot concierge and has eaten cheese fondue in the Swiss Alps with a World Champion skier.
- She has also done yoga with goats, on a paddleboard, in a snowbank, and in the desert (but not all at the same time).
Experience
Jen Mallia is a Canadian writer who has worked in travel media for nearly twenty years. Her writing has appeared in The Guardian, InStyle, Fodor's, Hotel Addict, and many more. She is a former editor for CAA Magazines and Family Fun Canada.
Education
Jen graduated with honors from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Arts in English.
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Stories By Jen Mallia
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If you can't treat yourself when on the European trip of a lifetime, when can you? Rick Steves says these experiences are worth spending a little extra on.
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Cruising altitude might seem like the perfect time to get a little shut-eye, but these common shortcuts to the Land of Nod sometimes do more harm than good.
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Nobody wants to be subjected to a little extra attention by the TSA, nobody. Follow these simple tips to make it through airport security without any drama.
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Hitting the slopes as a family can create lasting memories. To help ensure smooth sledding, here are a few tips for packing and preparing for a family ski trip.
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From small ships and river cruises to floating megaships that are like resorts, there is a cruise to suit almost every taste, budget, and even your kids.
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Stars are typically found in the sky, and if you're traveling, these are the 12 airports where you're most likely to spot a celebrity taking off or coming down.
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If you're someone who likes a good bargain hunt while traveling, there are a few things about duty-free shopping at airports that you should probably know.
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With all-inclusive dining packages, waterparks, next-level kid's programming, and more, these are the best cruise lines to sail if planning a family vacation.
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If you're looking to build strength for an incredible season of snowboarding or recover from a long day on the slopes, consider adding yoga to your routine.