Sky Ariella
Expertise
Solo Female Travel, Unusual Adventure Activities, Digital Nomad Lifestyle
- After graduating from college, Sky spent six months traveling around six countries in Asia by herself, even though she'd never left America before in her life.
- Sky has explored abandoned destinations all over the world, including an abandoned waterpark in Vietnam, the ruins of a theme park in Bali, and the bones of a famous island mansion in Colombia.
- Accompanied by her dog named Bear, Sky lived in Mexico City for almost a year and even took her little Pomeranian on a road trip through the country to a mountain village in Oaxaca.
Experience
Sky was planning on heading to law school after exploring the world for a bit, but once she got a taste for travel, she knew she wasn't meant to spend her whole life confined by walls of classrooms and offices. That was in 2019. Ever since then, she's been developing her career as a professional writer in the travel, career, and lifestyle niches. Her articles have garnered millions of readers on sites like Zippia, Travel Lemming, FashioCast, Booking, and Explore. Sky also writes scripts for a major YouTube channel and has her own thriving blog on Medium.
Education
Sky graduated cum laude from Hunter College in 2018. She earned a bachelor's degree in Psychology with minors in Philosophy and English, all of which have been of great use throughout her writing career.
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Stories By Sky Ariella
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Looking to go on a journey to see some incredible wildlife? These are the places you can safely see animals up close and personal in their own home.
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Nothing says summer like a food festival! Here's where to go for extravagant fair food, a vegan feast, or a celebration of niche foods like pickles or garlic.
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Planning out your LGBTQ+ Pride celebrations? These are the cities you need to visit if you're looking for the ultimate Pride Month experience this June.
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With its combination of natural beauty, historic sites, exceptional food, and affordable prices, Southeast Asia is one of the best areas to explore.
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If you're planning a trip to Amsterdam with your family, we've got the lowdown. Here's our huge list of fun family-friendly things to do in this beautiful city.
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The fun in New York doesn't have to stop when the sun goes down. Visit these 13 stargazing spots to spot more than your fair share of constellations.
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A fear of traveling shouldn't stop you from seeing the world. Follow our guide for tips on how to deal with hodophobia so you can conquer your anxieties.
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There's no shortage of amazing museums to choose from in Italy. Check out our list of some of the best museums across this beautiful country.
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Getting scammed is a surefire way to ruin a vacation. Check out our tips for how to know what is and isn't a scam on rental sites like Airbnb and VRBO.
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Los Angeles is one of several major cities in the United States with hundreds of different stunning hikes of varying difficulty levels nearby.
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Exploring the world solo can be an exhilarating experience. Here, we've created a guide specific to exploring Berlin by yourself. Read on for all the details.
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If you're traveling solo, chances are you're probably dining alone. If you're a little uncomfortable with that, here's some ways to have a better experience.