Richard Chachowski
School
The College Of New Jersey
Expertise
U.S. & International Travel, Budget Traveling, Historical Travel Destinations
- Ever since he first stepped foot on a plane, Richard has enjoyed everything related to travel.
- Along with his adventurous family, he's visited every state along the East Coast, from Northern Maine to the tip of the Florida Keys, not to mention most states in the Southwestern U.S.
- More recently, he has traveled extensively outside of the U.S. to many different places, including Mexico, Costa Rica, the Bahamas, Haiti, Puerto Rico, and more.
Experience
Through Wealth of Geeks and Explore, Richard has been wading into the world of travel, an endlessly exciting topic for him personally and one of his foremost interests as a writer. An avid reader and amateur history buff, he loves combining his love for the outdoors with his passion for reading, enthusiastically researching all the places he's set to visit beforehand. Richard's career in journalism began as a freelance medical writer for PhysicianSense and MDLinx. From there, he ventured into sports writing for Sportskeeda and has more prominently worked as an entertainment writer for Screen Rant, Wealth of Geeks, and Looper.
Education
While attending The College of New Jersey, Richard received a B.A. in communication studies and a B.A. in journalism and professional writing.
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Stories By Richard Chachowski
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When you think of New York, you might not think of being financially savvy. However, there are plenty of budget-friendly things to do in the Big Apple.
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If you're ready to book that dream cruise you've been talking about but you're not sure where the best cabins are located on the ship, we've got you covered.
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From beloved Disney coasters to high-speed thrill rides at Universal Studios, these are the best and worst roller coasters you'll find in Florida.
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Washington, D.C. is known for its assortment of memorials and monuments, each of which commemorates the country's veterans and important political figures.
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From little-known monuments to tips on dining and transportation, here are some of the best things you can do and some crucial things you might want to avoid.
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From sleepy beach villages to touristy cities famous for their exciting nightlives, here is a useful guide to Jersey Shore's best boardwalk beaches.
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From secret passages to easily missed easter eggs, here are some little-known things you might have missed when visiting the Most Magical Place On Earth.
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There's more to do in Orlando than head to Walt Disney World. Check out these other, cheaper attractions around the city that will keep the family entertained.
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From free guided tours to easter eggs referencing attractions from Universal's past, here are a handful of fascinating secrets for your next Universal vacation.
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Disney World has some amazing hotels. Choosing the right one can be a little overwhelming. So we've put together a list to help you narrow your choices.
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From budget-friendly food hacks to advice on how to board as many rides as possible, here are some of the best tips for anyone heading to Disneyland soon.
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If spooky ghost stories and haunted hotels are your kinda thing when you travel, you'll want to check out this list. Enter at your own risk!
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From handy pool items to the items we recommend having for your room, here is everything we suggest packing for your next cruise vacation getaway.
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As fun as a family cruise can be, there comes a point when an adults-only cruise starts to sound more exciting. These are the cruise lines geared toward adults.
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Many of the most important places in Mexico's long history are still intact and available to tour today. This is where every history buff needs to go.
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No trip to Salem, Massachusetts is complete without a proper ghost tour. Here are our picks for the best ghost tours in the Witch City for every traveler.
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If you're planning your next family vacation, look no further than this definitive list of 12 of the best amusement parks that your whole family will enjoy.