Eileen Cotter Wright

Purposeful Nomad: Travel with Intention had us deep diving into the spirit of women in Oaxaca, who celebrated their Zaptoec and Mexican heritage through talented artisan skills. But that really simplifies all that encompasses these communities, born from true grit and passion to not just survive, but thrive in their industries and personal lives.

There’s never enough time in the day to fully appreciate Provincetown, Massachusetts. This colorful spot on just the tip of Cape Cod welcomes all walks of life to fully be themselves and celebrate simply being alive!

Your eyes dart around the plane. Your chest hurts a bit and you feel like it’s getting harder and harder to breathe. You’re not sure if it’s in your head, or if you’re in real danger. Having travel anxiety or a panic attack whilst you’re away is an awful and sinking feeling (one I know a little too well) and it’s made even worse because you’re already outside of your comfort zone when travelling. I had my first panic attack at the airport: I was on my way to Sri Lanka, and suddenly, I thought...

Times are tough for travellers. But with the world preparing to reopen in 2021, we're here to keep you dreaming and planning for your next adventure - whether that's a staycation or flying off to parts unknown. Until then, we've got the latest COVID-19 travel advice and updates to keep you up to date and ready to go.
When we’re finally ready to roll the dice for an upcoming vacation, when should we travel? And where? With summer already upon us, it can be daunting to decide where the safest p...

Small steps towards maintaining a healthy, happy workplace can reap huge rewards in everyday life. Motivate your team, or take charge of a new opportunity that benefits the work environment overall.
Happy workers mean more productivity. Making plans for a work-life balance at the office also curates a way for employees to feel appreciated. Seems like a win-win situation, doesn’t it?

My travel fortune has been abundant this past decade, reaching a couple dozen countries across the globe. Some of my most memorable journeys, from Sri Lanka to Aruba, have been the ones where I'm on my own. Traveling solo is such a thrilling way to experience new places, rise to new challenges, and get to know yourself on a deeper level. Not convinced yet? Here's my favorite benefits of traveling solo!
Freedom of Choice
Ah, sweet freedom. Ha...

Times are tough for travelers. But with the world preparing to reopen in 2021, we're here to keep you dreaming and planning for your next adventure - whether that's a staycation or flying off to parts unknown. Until then, we've got the latest COVID-19 travel advice and updates to keep you up to date and ready to go.
What makes our planet really shine are the oddball curiosities of the man-made and natural worlds. These destinations are ready to be experienced first-hand by savvy travelers sea...

Want to know if moving to Boston is right for you? We’ve come up with 12 must-know tips for anyone who might relocate to this historic city.
What’s the first thing you think about when you think of Boston? Perhaps it’s the rousing (and borderline annoying) professional sports winning streaks, or maybe the historic sites along the Freedom Trail. While Boston is home to nearly 140,000 seasonal coeds that make for a lively college city atmosphere, it’s not without culture and affluence. There ar...

Before leaving on a week-long trip to the Great Barrier Reef of Queensland, Australia, I had many strange dreams. Smiling sea turtles waved at me under the ocean while I giggled along with Nemo. Diving through clouds into turquoise waters full of shimmering neon fish.
When we finally arrived in Oz, I was told immediately not to go in the water, as it was the season for tiny jellyfish that will kill you within hours.
The inner and outer reefs are colorful playgrounds of marine life and vibrant...

More than a decade ago, I scraped together just enough gas money with my college friends to make it to Buffalo for a fun weekend in the city. Our school was a 90-minute drive away — we wanted to check out the place people swore smelled like Lucky Charms. We caught a free concert in Lafayette Square, had some wings in Allentown and headed home happy.
I knew there has to be more to Buffalo than wings and concerts of course, but I didn’t have the chance to return until now. Instead of having Buf...

Well Worth the Splurge: Adler Thermae in Tuscany, I..

Today we are talking about anxiety, which is something 19% of America’s adult population suffers from. Joining the conversation is Eileen Cotter Wright, travel writer and the creator of two successful travel blogs: Crooked Flight and Pure Wander. After spending years traveling for her career, she suddenly developed travel anxiety, leaving her to wonder at one point if she would ever travel again. Courageously, Eileen decided to face her anxiety, and she explains what that process was like, ho...

The Drone Guide: Essential for Travelers?

By Eileen Cotter-Wright

Looking to take your travel snaps to the next level? In the last few years, drones for personal use have been on the rise. Technology allows many to be affordable and portable while still offering quality imagery and easy piloting.

If you’ve thought about investing in some aerial photography and video equipment (AKA, a drone) there’ a few steps to consider. It takes time and funds to master the art of operating a drone to b...

Key West! It’s as far south as you can get on American mainland soil. People pilgrimage here in droves for the sunshine, party scene and laid-back vibe special to this string of islands. If you’ve done a bit of everything in Florida like me, why not give the keys a try on your next visit?

Hear about travel to the Algarve region of Southern Portugal as the Amateur Traveler talks to Eileen Cotter Wright from purewander.com.
Eileen says of the Algarve, “it’s one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen and I have been very fortunate to go to a lot of places. I think that there is something really special about this sleepy but also lively place down in southern Portugal.”
There are over a hundred beaches in the Algarve and that is definitely the big draw to the region. Eileen...