I am an internationally published travel writer and author with more than 20 years of experience. My travel writing tends to focus on adventure, wellness, luxury, and sustainability. My articles have appeared Travel + Leisure, National Geographic Travel, U.S. News & World Report, Fodor’s, Lonely Planet, AAA Westways, and more. I am also the host of the Sharael Travels radio show (KXFM 104.7) and podcast.
I am a mentor and the 1st Vice Chair for the Freelance Council of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), an OC Press Club board member, a media delegate for Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), and a media herald for the Transformational Travel Council (TTC).
About My Name: It’s pronounced “Cheryl” and is a combination of my mother’s name Sharon and my dad’s name Michael.