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Travel Insight from Mark Chesnut

Travel Writer • Photographer • Copywriter • Travel Industry Consultant • Public Speaker • Author

Travel Writing

The winner of the 2019 NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, I write for a variety of major trade and consumer outlets. Scroll down to see my latest work. Click to subscribe to my weekly updates!

Custom Content

I work with travel industry companies and organizations to create compelling copy and content that drives business. See how I can help your business grow with compelling content. 

Public Speaking

I've spoken at events including the New York Times Travel Show, ASTA Global and the Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival.  See what I can bring to your next event. 

My Latest Articles + Travel Tips

Resources are out there for LGBTQ+ travelers looking to stay safe

BY LEANNE ITALIE, with quotes from Mark Chesnut

NEW YORK (AP) — Do LGBTQ+ tourists have a green book-like system for staying safe while traveling in these politically precarious times? They don’t have one. They have many. In recent years, there’s been an outpouring of specialized blogs, cruise and tour operators, and booking sites for accommodations. There are organizations that certify the support of transport operators, destinations and special events. And there are watchdog groups with eyes on the laws and customs of the world.“People are c...

What to Do in San Luis Potosi, Mexico

A reimagined prison, a silent procession and a gigantic collection of masks may not be the most common reasons to select a vacation destination. But in San Luis Potosi, they are just a few examples of what makes the city unique — and worth visiting.I had never explored San Luis Potosi (the capital city of the eponymous state) before my recent trip, and I didn’t know quite what to expect. After all, this city of less than 1 million people isn’t at the top of most travelers’ wish lists. But, after...

What the Cross Border Xpress Means for Mexico-Bound Travelers — and How It Works

The idea of walking across the border into Mexico to board a flight may sound strange to the average traveler. But for those who have used Cross Border Xpress (CBX) — the service that connects Southern California with Tijuana International Airport by pedestrian bridge — it can open up lots of possibilities, according to some travel experts.“I’d go through CBX over San Diego any day,” said Tania Swasbrook, cofounder of Vgari Lifestyle, a travel agency and Virtuoso member based in San Diego. “Tiju...

A Guide to Nassau and Paradise Island's Growth and New Offerings

In recent months, Nassau and Paradise Island have witnessed a surge in visitor numbers, as well as the debut of several new and refurbished hotels and attractions. So it’s no surprise that the destination’s tourism officials had plenty to talk about during this year’s International Travel Partners Conference.The conference took place June 24-28 and attracted dozens of travel advisors, wholesalers, media and other industry professionals. It featured an array of presentations, meetings and festivi...
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