Bernadette Roe
School
St. Mary's University, The University Of Victoria, SUNY Binghamton
Expertise
Travel In Italy, Backpacking, Traveling On A Budget
- Bernadette has traveled to five of the seven continents. (She's missing South America and Antarctica, but those are high on her bucket list.)
- She's an expert on Airbnb's, particularly in locations abroad, and loves sourcing the best places to stay on a dime.
- When she's not traveling, she's reading travel literature for the spirit of adventure in those texts.
Experience
Bernadette began writing in entertainment at Floor 8 and joined Nicki Swift News in February 2020, thanks to her love of celebrity news and coverage of the royal family. She's always been interested in entertainment news and reality TV, so it was an easy transition to begin writing about it. She became a feature writer for the site and joined The List, covering these topics with vigor. She was a pioneer writer for the brand Women.com, and eventually moved to Explore, where she satisfies her love for all things travel.
Education
Bernadette received a bachelor's degree in English Literature from St. Mary's University in Calgary, Alberta. She graduated from the University of Victoria in 2014 with a master's degree in English Literature. In May 2019, she graduated from SUNY Binghamton with a PhD in English and Creative Writing.
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Stories By Bernadette Roe
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Amity, the setting of "Jaws," may be fictional but the troubles with great white sharks off the coast of Cape Cod are very real, as sharks followed seals there.
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Yes, timeshare presentations usually mean freebies - and some are really worth it. However, no freebie means you are obligated to ever say yes to a timeshare.
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For those who enjoy the water, Biscayne National Park is a must-visit destination to observe shipwrecks at various stages of preservation. Learn more!
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Instant booking allows guests to book immediately, without getting the host's approval. Certain hosts like this feature on Airbnb, and others really don't.
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Santa Monica stands up against its steep competition not just because the beach itself is idyllic, but also because there's so much to do around it.
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Any trip abroad requires a little bit of planning, especially when it comes to our phones. Using a phone overseas can come with surprises. Here's what to know.
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Of all of the amazing places to visit in the Caribbean, this particular destination is enchanting and has something to offer everyone. Here's what to know.
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No one deliberately sets out to slow down the security line at the airport, but there are ways of preparing in advance to make sure that you don't get held up.
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Many travelers wonder what the etiquette is when it comes to tipping Airbnb hosts. You don't have to tip them, but there are other things you can do.
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There's no reason you can't play your favorite games on the high seas. Most cruise ships have onboard casinos, complete with slot machines and table games.
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You can only pack so much for a trip, so any adventure longer than about a week means you'll have to face a laundry dilemma. Here's how to handle it.
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With some clever planning and a willingness to explore, you can eat in New York somewhat affordably, or go ultra-swanky, depending on what you're after.