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I am a writer and blogger living in Groningen, the Netherlands, but I was born and raised in the US and educated at Yale. My site, Rachel’s Ruminations, is a travel blog emphasizing independent travel to historical and cultural sights/sites. Most articles focus on one place or experience at a time, offering an honest personal perspective as well as useful information. Rachel's Ruminations is my main outlet, so articles can gain readers for years to come. I use other social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest) primarily to connect readers to the site. 

I write thoughtful, honest, personal articles about what I see and experience. 

I take photos of the places I visit: I don’t pose in them, blocking the view, unless there’s a really good reason to do so. 

I meet deadlines. 

In collaboration with travel companies, DMOs, etc., I am clear and upfront about expectations and obligations. I believe in holding to an ethical, honest approach. 

I don’t make promises I can’t keep. 

As a mature, independent traveler, I am valued and trusted by other mature, independent travelers.