Bailey Berg is a Colorado-based freelance travel writer and editor who covers breaking news, trends, sustainability, and outdoor adventure. She previously worked as the associate travel news editor at Afar and has bylines in the New York Times, the Washington Post, National Geographic, Condé Nast Traveler, and Travel + Leisure.
With a background in local journalism and media, Bailey brings a sharp news sense and a deep understanding of the travel industry to her reporting. She has visited more than 90 countries, often drawing from her own global travels to inform her stories.
Before focusing on travel journalism, Bailey worked in newsrooms across Alaska and Wisconsin and spent time living and teaching in China. When she’s not writing, she can be found hiking with her dogs, visiting art galleries, or exploring craft breweries. She has previously called Alaska, Wisconsin, Iowa, Texas, Australia, Italy, and China home.
