Amanda Finn
Location
Chicago, Illinois
School
DePaul University
Ripon College
Expertise
Disney Parks, European Adventures, Travel Hacks
- So far, Amanda has been to 18 countries and 25 states.
- Her favorite places visited so far include Prague, Hong Kong, Dublin, and Sydney.
- Amanda is a firm believer that travel makes us better people and tries to learn at least a little of a language anytime she visits a non-English speaking country.
Experience
Amanda has been a professional journalist for almost a decade. In that time she's written a little about a lot in pubs or sites like Yahoo, American Theatre, Chicago Reader, Via Travelers, and more. She started with Nicki Swift in early 2022 and Explore in autumn 2022.
Education
Amanda has an MA in Writing, Rhetoric and Discourse, a certificate in Women and Gender studies and her BA in English, Theatre, and Film/Media Studies.
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Stories By Amanda Finn
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From Abraham Lincoln's Springfield to quaint cities still rooted in their immigrant heritage, you'll want to spend some time in these gems of the Midwest.
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Chicago O'Hare International Airport is the fourth busiest airport in the world. Here's everything you need to know to get through the airport with ease.
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Chicago is known as the land of theaters, hot dogs, museums, and unrelenting winters. But there's one thing that it's also known for: deep-dish pizza.
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Disneyland After Hours: Pride Nite is the park's first official Pride Month event. Here's everything you need to know if you plan to attend this Disney party.
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This Chinese dialect is the official state language and the most commonly used dialect in the country, particularly in cities like Beijing and Shanghai.
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Although Florida is not really a safe haven for the LGBTQ+ community, Disney World is consistently a place where the community can celebrate.
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Disney can be magical, but it can also be hard to navigate for planning purposes. Here's everything you need to know about booking your Disney World tickets.
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An homage to Kansas in Buenos Aires and a "King of the Hill"-inspired cafe are just two of the Americanized restaurants you can visit all over the globe.
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Whether you've been looking forward to your family trip for years or you're heading out on a solo vacation, here are our tips for preparing to visit China.
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Walt Disney World Annual Passes have changed over the past two years. Here's everything you need to know to get the most for your money at the parks.
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Whether you're looking for ancient history, delectable food, or the chance to experience a vastly different culture, these are the places to see in Beijing.
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It's important to decide what is and isn't worth it when it comes to traveling. Stay away from Chicago tourist traps and head to these unique locales instead.