About Amy McPherson
Amy is a travel writer based in London. There is nothing she loves more than to travel on foot or by bike so that she can slowly explore the culture and traditions of a destination and appreciate all things beautiful without the need to rush. Her work has appeared in The Independent, National Geographic Traveler, Italia! magazine, The Culture Trip, and many more.
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Threads and Roots: an Interview with Angélica Hilaria
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Exploring Costa Rica’s Tortuguero National Park
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Why Traveling Gives ‘Home’ a Different Meaning
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