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I am a travel writer, originally from the UK and now based in the Pirin Mountains in Bulgaria. My work has appeared in The Guardian, The New York Times and Conde Nast Traveler. I also run the sustainable adventure blog Shortcuts and Side Quests . In my spare time, you’ll find me hiking, snowboarding, or collecting new outdoorsy hobbies like some people collect Pokémon cards.
