Mira Temkin
Location
Deerfield, Illinois
School
Michigan State University
Expertise
Skip-gen & Multi-gen Travel, Cruise Expert, Mexico & Caribbean Aficionado
- Mira is one of the judges for the Newsweek Readers' Choice awards for the Best of the Best. She is continually on the lookout for worthy destinations to nominate.
- She boasts a wealth of travel writing experience for top-tier publications such as Orbitz, Travelocity, SheBuysTravel (formerly Traveling Mom), and the "Family Travel with Colleen Kelly" blog.
- Mira specializes in writing about multi-gen/skip-gen travel and advises families on how to navigate this growing trend with tried-and-true recommendations.
Experience
Mira has been a professional travel writer for over 25 years, weaving her keen observations and eye for detail into engaging stories. She understands the unique opportunities that leisure travelers seek and writes about those off-the-beaten-path experiences. Her travels have taken her across the globe to Churchill, Manitoba, where she watched polar bears frolic in their natural environment in Canada; to Mount Nebo in Jordan, where she overlooked the Promised Land; and to Paris, where she climbed down the Eiffel Tower. Mira is a member of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), the prestigious international association for travel professionals. She is currently a freelance writer for Static Media's Islands and has also written for Explore.
Education
Mira earned her B.A. in advertising from Michigan State University, in East Lansing, Michigan.
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Stories By Mira Temkin
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In the mood for spending time in nature while also visiting a historical site? Why not take a trip to this underrated Texas park and do both at once.
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Explore caves, birding trails, and other natural wonders at one of the most popular swimming spots in Florida. Find it all at this underrated state park.
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Want to spend some time exploring the shores of Lake Michigan? It turns out there's a beach park in Wisconsin that you'll love checking out.
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If you don't want to fight the crowds at Waikiki Beach in Oahu, try this underrated beach park that is nearby with just as much gorgeous sand and clear water.
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Hit the slopes, reel in brown trout, or pay of visit to a mining ghost-town in this stunning mountain town dubbed the "Antarctica of California."
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A lakeside town in Wisconsin dubbed "Island City" has much to offer those who love water activities and expanding their food experience horizons.
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Looking for the ultimate mountain getaway with fishing and hiking? This northwestern Montana town has everything for the perfect outdoor vacation.
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Would you like to experience a taste of RV living in a family friendly-environment while not forsaking big city amenities? Head to Phoenix, Arizona.
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The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is famously beautiful, and this spacious nearby camping area is the perfect place to stay and experience the place.
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This beautiful park may not be as notable as Rocky Mountain National Park, but it happens to be the best place in the state to see wild moose roaming free.
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Conveniently located in downtown New York City, this luxurious hotel that's inside of a working ferry terminal is an ideal place to explore the Big Apple.
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Looking to experience some top quality camping and fishing in a scenic location? Why not venture to this state park on the Missouri River.
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You may not usually associate RV living with spending time in the water, but that's very much the case at this particular resort in the Lone Star State.
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Treat yourself to a desert getaway at one of the best RV resorts in Arizona - Eagle View RV Park in Fort McDowell. Here's what visitors should know.
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If you're looking for the relaxation and tranquility of a Japanese onsen, you don't have to fly to Japan to get it. Just go to this spa in North Carolina.
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Looking for a trip offering historical flair and landmarks, while also boasting a vibrant artistic side? Visit this Hudson Valley town in New York.
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Montana famously boasts breathtaking mountain regions, but its most underrated mountain town offers truly spectacular access to the Rockies.
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Looking to camp out in an RV, but also want to experience the best of the Bluegrass State? Here's where you should probably head to in Kentucky.
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This beautiful train experience takes you across Northern Spain while enjoying the lap of luxury. Heres where you'll go and what you'll do on the trip.
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Looking for a taste of lakeside paradise full of amazing blue water views? Head to this campsite in Olympic National Park for a relaxing time.
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This pristine island nation boasts one of the most amazing sunsets a traveler is likely to see anywhere, always a great end to a weekend at the beach.
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It may not quite be as exclusive as The Continental from "John Wick," but this stylish New York City hotel blends private club and trendy nightlife.
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If you’re looking for an underrated, family-friendly activity with spectacular views, this is the only state park in Florida offering cave tours to the public.
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Looking to go on a fun, relaxing vacation that also involves high-level ice fishing opportunities? Time to head to the great white north: Canada.