Virginia Blair West

• Articles have appeared in Newsweek and Indagare
• Degree in Sociology from Connecticut College, with credits from Paris-Sorbonne University and University College London
• Raised in Boston and lived in Paris, London, and now New York

Experience

Blair's career in travel has taken her around the world as a writer, editor, advisor, and PR professional. She is passionate about travel's ability to build empathy and open-mindedness in an ever-evolving world.

Blair lives in New York City, where she works as a freelance writer and communications specialist. In her spare time, she is writing music and experimenting with new recipes.

Education

She has a degree in sociology from Connecticut College, with credits from Paris-Sorbonne University and University College London.

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