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CLIENTS & PUBLISHERS

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COLLECTIVE HUB
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LONELY PLANET
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SPELL & THE GYPSY
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FRANKIE MAGAZINE
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CONTIKI HOLIDAYS
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THE HUFFINGTON POST
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THE SLOW HOTEL BALI
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STUDY GOLDCOAST
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STUDENT FLIGHTS
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SILOU LONDON ACTIVEWEAR
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INTREPID TRAVEL
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THE URBAN LIST
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LOST AT E MINOR
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VILLA FLOW BALI
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THE FASHION FESTIVAL BALI
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TRAFALGAR TOURS
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ALGARVE YOGA PORTUGAL
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CREATIVE HOLIDAYS
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CISCO & THE SUN HOMEWARES
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SHUTE VINTNERS
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HONEYCOMBERS ASIA
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INBALI.ORG
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POSTER MAGAZINE
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LETZ LIVE GAP YEARS
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VILLA JUST US BALI
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HELLO BALI MAGAZINE
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GLOBAL HOBO
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BETTER FINANCE
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KALTIMBER INDONESIA
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TOGETHER TRAVEL EUROPE
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LUXURY ESCAPES
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GIRLOSOPHY
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NEVERLAND ZINE
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ESSANO BEAUTY
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TOP SHELF MAGAZINE

CAPABILITIES

EDITORIAL WRITING  \\  COPYWRITING  \\  PHOTOGRAPHY  \\  PUBLIC RELATIONS
CONTENT MANAGEMENT  \\  MARKETING  \\  BRANDING  \\  SEO  \\  SOCIAL MEDIA  \\  VIDEOGRAPHY
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing (BBus)
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EDITORIAL INTERESTS

Human Interest Stories  +  Volunteer Travel  +  Collaborative Consumption  +  Boutique Design Hotels  +  Sustainable Accommodation  +  Vegan & Vegetarian Travel  +  Beach Breaks  +  Jungles, Mountains & Trekking  +  Animal Welfare  +  Cultural Immersion  +  Yoga & Health Retreats  +  Organic Textiles  +  Natural Plant Dyes  +  Traditional Artisan Classes  +  Permaculture
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DESTINATIONS VISITED

Australia - Belgium - Belize - Bulgaria - Cambodia - Cayman Islands - China - Costa Rica - Croatia - Cuba - El Salvador - France - Germany - Greece - Guatemala - Honduras - India - Indonesia - Italy - Jamaica - Japan - Lao People's Democratic Republic - Malaysia - Mexico - Morocco - Nepal - Netherlands - New Zealand - Nicaragua - Norway - Panama - Philippines - Portugal - Qatar - Singapore - Spain - Sri Lanka - Sweden - Taiwan - Thailand - Turkey - United Kingdom - United States - Vatican City State - Viet Nam

EDITORIAL WRITING

COLLECTIVE HUB

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The Coolest Co-working Spaces From Around the Globe
Raw flax seed pizza delivered to your hammock in Bali. Sun pouring onto your day bed in south west Morocco. And a fireplace that’s sparked in the mountains of Spain. Nope, these are not the manifestations of an idyllic round-the-world holiday. These are the scenes of co-working spaces that are sprouting up all over the world quicker than we can say digital nomad...READ FULL ARTICLE 
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Four Lessons I've Learnt Since Starting My Ethical Fashion Label
Being pregnant is a complex labyrinth of decision making and maturing. What pram will I buy? What parenting techniques will I adapt? What position will I push in? In December of 2015 I found out I was pregnant whilst lying in a hospital bed in India, thinking I was suffering an acute bout of alcohol poisoning ...READ FULL ARTICLE
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Going to Bali? Here's how to shop for good
On first glance, the rapid evolution of Indonesia’s iconic holiday island may seem a little superficial. Dig a little deeper, however, and you’ll discover plenty of noble magic taking place amidst the madness. Whether you go to Bali to shop up a storm or have 12-months worth of office work massaged out of you, you can find ways to make sure your holiday dosh goes to a good cause...READ FULL ARTICLE

LONELY PLANET

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First time Bali: where to eat, stay and play 
​Decades of tourism haven’t dampened Bali's deep-rooted spirituality and natural charms. Volcanoes rise from the sea, monkeys swing in the trees, and there are still dozens of idyllic spots to escape the crowds. And all of this paradoxical magnificence is crammed onto an island less than half the size of greater Tokyo...READ FULL ARTICLE
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Essential Bali travel tips: what to know before you go
​From navigating the crowds to being monkey-savvy, there are a few tricks to getting the best out of a trip to Bali. We’ve rounded up 15 top tips to bank for your next visit to the Island of the Gods. Expect crowds. One of the most touristed islands on earth, Bali isn’t exactly an untouched paradise...READ FULL ARTICLE
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Spa-aaah! A guide to Bali's best spas and chill-out spots 
Whether you’re looking for the royal treatment or a quick rub-down, Bali's spa options are seemingly infinite. Indulgent travellers could easily craft a full itinerary around day spas, and find themselves floating from oiled-up acupressure massage to flower petal baths and mani-pedis....READ FULL ARTICLE

INTREPID

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5 tips for solo travel in Nepal
Upon hearing the word Nepal it’s hard not to make an immediate association with hiking a mountain. So deeply bound are the two that one might be shocked to hear of anyone travelling to the country without visiting a Himalayan peak...READ FULL ARTICLE

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8 things to do in Nepal (that aren't hardcore hiking) 
On a solo trip to somewhere like Paris or San Francisco, you may only need to plonk yourself in your hostel bar a few minutes to find like-minded travellers. In Nepal, however, things may not come so easily, with many travellers on introspective spiritual jaunts...READ FULL ARTICLE 

STUDENT FLIGHTS

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How to tackle solo female travel in India like a pro
Somewhere during the past decade, travelling to India on pilgrimage became the pinnacle of solo female adventures. It might be a sign that our generation feels a little disillusioned by life and Western culture, so we go abroad seeking eye-popping moments in spiritual lands. Or it might just be the enlightened glow of Julia Roberts in Eat Pray Love that had us all inspired to the max...READ FULL ARTICLE
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Europe's prettiest lakes (that nobody seems to know about)
​In all their stillness and tranquility, the humble lakes of the world often get forgotten. They just sit there, ever so patiently, waiting for their time in the limelight. How cold it must be for them in the metaphoric shadows of so many other bodies of water that flood our Pinterest boards and dictate our travels. Gushing waterfalls, palm-fringed beaches, thermal hot springs (Iceland, we’re looking at you)...READ FULL ARTICLE
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How to prepare for a holiday in Ibiza
Ladies and Gentlemen. In preparation for take off, please ensure your seatbelt is fastened, your tray-table is stowed, and your seat is in the upright position. In preparation for your time in Ibiza, please ensure you’ve polished your shiny disco shoes, you’ve read this handy get-ready guide, and you’ve mentally prepared yourself for the best week of your life. Squeal!!!!!...READ FULL ARTICLE

THE URBAN LIST

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5 Places To Find Your Zen On & Around The Gold Coast
We may not find ourselves blazing through a financial district with briefcase in hand. Or taking daily commutes that make an apocalypse look fun. But life can still get a little chaotic here on the beautiful Lamb Roast and you may find yourself seeking space and time away from the grind. With an abundance of nature nearby and plenty of spiritual types in our vicinity, a little repose is never out of reach...READ FULL ARTICLE
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33 Signs You Were Born And Raised On The Gold Coast
There is nothing quite like the nostalgia of childhood on the Gold Coast. Balmy days of bridge jumping and lining up for the Mr Whippy van in our togs; it’s enough to make most of us look back with a sincere sense of longing. Pleasant though these memories might be, the GC’s indescribable ways may also leave a few strange quirks in your adult self. Here are just a few idiosyncrasies that prove you were raised—perhaps even born!—on the weird and wonderful Gold Coast...READ FULL ARTICLE
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5 Spots Making Delicious Vegan Burgers On The Gold Coast
News flash! Going vegan doesn’t offer immunity to the occasional craving of a sinful, sloppy burger. From catching the accidental waft of Hungry Jack’s to waking up with a dirty hangover, there are instances when the otherwise pure animal-lover wants to scoop their hands around a sugary bun, layered to stupendous heights and dripping with condiments. Luckily, there are plenty of local vegan haunts that oblige. Your cruelty-free burger dreams are about to come true...READ FULL ARTICLE

inBali.org

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Sarinbuana: An eco-lodge on the coconut shell rock
​Just outside the retreat’s restaurant, a woman from Slovakia is sprawled out on her back on a mosey bench, staring at the stars. Without shifting her whimsical gaze, she pronounces her declaration of love: “I dreamt about being here for two years before I made it. And it’s been better than I could have ever imagined.” Such is the spellbinding optimism induced by Sarinbuana Eco Lodge. Nestled in an untapped valley that tumbles of Mount Batukaru is a playground for those who relish in the overused mantras of the intrepid traveller;... READ FULL ARTICLE
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Slow Food Bali - Eating ethically, sustainably and wonderfully on the island
For anyone unaware of its meaning, spotting a Slow Food sign on a restaurant wall could be a touch unsettling. If they’ve turned up ravenous, it may even be enough to send them packing, heading back onto the street to source a “quicker” alternative. But for those who are familiar with the Slow Food movement, the sign is a welcomed assurance that they are standing in a damn good establishment; one that stands as the antithesis of the fast food epidemic and understands the labour of love required for a truly good meal.​..READ FULL ARTICLE
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What "really" happens on Yoga retreat in Ubud
You can’t really call yourself a typical middle-aged woman until you’ve considered fleeing home to do a Yoga retreat in Bali. Somewhere between hearing Elizabeth Gilbert talk of finding herself and seeing Julia Roberts cycling through rice fields, this holistic escape became a rite of passage. The relentless grind of feeding a tribe of children, the struggle to juggle a wholesome life and a career, the discovery that you’ve married a monster; modern problems are solved with ancient wisdom...READ FULL ARTICLE

THE HUFFINGTON POST

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10 Reasons Every First Date Should Involve International Travel 
One random Friday morning the crickets chirping in my Facebook inbox were interrupted by a message inviting me to skip town -- and country -- for a weekend in Japan. It was a genuine invite from a man I'd met on a total of three occasions in very social settings. Forget going home to have a bath and watch a movie. This weekend I was playing Richard Branson's mistress...READ FULL ARTICLE


TRAVEL BROCHURES

COPYWRITING, CONTIKI HOLIDAYS

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2015-2016 globally distributed Summer Brochure (EUROPE)
If you've picked up this brochure, you're already making tracks towards a journey through Europe. Choosing where to go and how to go is enough to make a lessor human run for the hills. But not you. You've spotted a little something special in Contiki and you're ready to conquer new lands...READ FULL BROCHURE

LEAD ART DIRECTOR, CONTIKI HOLIDAYS

New Zealand Brochure Photoshoot
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WEBSITE COPYWRITING

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SILOU ACTIVE, LONDON
Silou London has had an ethical heart from conception. While many other brands try to shape up old systems or develop values for the purpose of appearances, the Silou London team has been fortunate enough to craft conscious activewear from the very beginning. Made for the mindful consumer, every Silou garment is a piece to be proud of...VIEW WEBSITE
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STUDY GOLD COAST
Study Gold Coast is an initiative of the Gold Coast City Council. It aims to educate the community about the value of the sector, provide meaningful student experiences and promote the economic value of the industry in order to expand the city’s talent pool, attract more employers and add depth to the city’s social fabric...VIEW WEBSITE
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MONSOON BLOOMS
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Basics. Every item made to order using 100% Fairtrade organic cotton, and dyed by hand with medicinal plants according to the wisdom of Ayurveda. With a 7000-year history, India's ancient Ayurvedic medicine is a trusted science of the mind, body and spirit that gives much honour to the power of plants...VIEW WEBSITE
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VILLA JUST US, BALI
Finally. A luxurious Balinese villa where family comes first. In a world where being connected means a beeping phone and a dizzying inbox, Villa Just Us is a place to reconnect to what matters most – the people we love. Escape, unwind, and be nourished in the arms of luxury and the heart of Bali...VIEW WEBSITE

PUBLIC RELATIONS

THE SLOW: BOUTIQUE ARTS HOTEL. BALI, INDONESIA

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Contemporary visual artist Brooklyn Whelan launches solo exhibition at The Slow...READ PRESS RELEASE
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The Slow partners with Sydney art gallery, China Heights...READ PRESS RELEASE
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California record label unveils behind-the-scenes photo collection at The Slow...READ PRESS RELEASE

PHOTOGRAPHY

SPELL & THE GYPSY COLLECTIVE

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A photoshoot project for Spell & the Gypsy Collective, taken during one week on the road travelling to numerous social enterprises and ethical factories that produce Spell's goods. This was part of a wider initiative of the company to allow their customers an insight into their operations ...VIEW FULL GALLERY

video production

CONTIKI HOLIDAYS

Concept development, influencer liaison, post-production, and super writing
in celebration of Earth Month, Contiki travelled to the Galapagos islands with Billabong Girls Junior Pro Surfer Felicity Palmateer & television personality Jesinta Campbell, to meet their sustainability ambassador, Céline Cousteau, and learn about one of the most bio-diverse regions in the world.

LETZ LIVE

Concept development, post-production, on location art direction, super writing, and filming of Latin America

MEDIA

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PRAISE

Samantha is one of the most talented, interesting & genuine people I have had the pleasure of working with. She has an incredible ability to know exactly what needs to be written for the task at hand. Her easygoing personality emits through her work as she creates kooky and attention-grabbing pieces of writing.
- Phoebe Greenacre, Digital & Consumer Marketing Manager, Contiki Holidays 

Samantha has a wonderful easy going style; chuck her in front of any clients and you're in good hands. She also has an innate ability to grasp a brief and conjure engaging, pithy copy. We would have her back in a heartbeat. 
- Dominic Hay, CEO, Bamboo Marketing

Sam is a great team player. She understands how to get the concept wrapped up and the message succinctly expressed on a writing project. She also brings fab creative ideas to the table as she is adventurous and curious. Work with Sam!
- Anthea Paul, Director, Girlosophy

In the time that Samantha has been freelancing for The Working Holiday Club, I have been overawed by her passion for travelling and the way in which she applies it to the principles of marketing. Her unique persona is always present in her fresh and engaging copy. I have no hesitation in recommending her for any work within the realm of writing. 
- Jake Gibbs, Operations Manager, The Working Holiday Club 

PERSONAL BLOGGING

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Isla Pastor. This might be for you. (PANAMA) 
Take a minute to think about your dream island. Beyond the limits of reality and reason using only your wildest imagination. Maybe it’s covered in gourmet hot dog stands and million dollar cars.  Perhaps it boasts a white marble castle and wild roaming horses. Or maybe it’s a reflection of Isla Pastor - a bountiful, 3 kilometre wide jungle island floating off the coast of Panama in the Caribbean Sea....READ FULL ARTICLE 


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Enjoying Life's Natural Mystic (JAMAICA)
“Look!” laughs the taxi driver, pointing at a car driving at full speed with its bonnet open, the driver hanging out the window trying to catch a glimpse of the road ahead. “Only in Jamaica, man. We’re fearless here!” We are swerving through a jungle like setting headed for Zimbali Retreat – a secluded, five room oasis nestled in Western Jamaica’s Canaan Mountains, just a 90 minute joy ride from Montego Bay...READ FULL ARTICLE 


CONTACT & ENQUIRIES

If you have any enquiries, please get in touch via the contact form found HERE. I am currently based in Kerala, India, and available for all manner of work within the realm of travel writing, copywriting, social media and branding. Rates are project dependent, however a general guide can be supplied if the parameters of the work are unknown. 
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