Josh Rivera, USA TODAY
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You may have seen some new bylines at USA TODAY, so let me formally introduce the new Travel team.
Three new consumer travel reporters joined the team this summer covering everything you need to know to plan, enjoy and make the most of your next trip.
I'mJosh Rivera, Travel editor, and I have been with USA TODAY since 2016 in different capacities as an Opinion editor, a Consumer editor and an Audience editor.
As travel rebounded after the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns, we had to shift from mainly covering restrictions and protocols to reflecting the needs of our audience (you!).Whether you are traveling for work, to visit family or simply have a nice vacation we hope to be a trusted source of news to help you throughout your journey– along with our partners at 10Best and Reviewed.
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Without further ado, here's USA TODAY's new Travel team.
Who covers national parks and theme parks at USA TODAY?
Eve Chen is a consumer travel reporter focusing on national parks, theme parks and diversity in travel, exploring how our identitiesshapethe way we experience the world.Long before covering parks, she wasthe parks expert for friends and family. Prior to joining the travel team, Eve was a senior producer with Gannett's Video Production Center, focused on breaking and trending news. Give her a follow onTwitter @chenwilliams.
You can reach her at echen@usatoday.com.
Some recent work by Eve:
Dreaming of a Disney Fairy Tale wedding?: Here's the reality and how much it costs.
Traveling with disabilities: What people with disabilities and their families wish fellow travelers would know and do
'We have to be on guard a lot': Why safety comes first for so many LGBTQ travelers
Who covers cruises at USA TODAY?
Nathan Diller is a consumer travel reporter focusing on cruises. Diller was a recurrent freelance travel reporter who worked closely with The Washington Post’s Travel vertical By The Way, where he covered travel restrictions and general travel features. He is a Columbia Journalism School graduate and has served as a fact-checker for BDG'slifestyle features and was previously a staff writer at DCist covering breaking news and features. Give him a follow on Twitter @nateclaydiller.
You can reach him at ndiller@usatoday.com
Some recent work by Nathan:
Swingers explore their lifestyle at sea: 'What happens on the ship ... stays on the ship'
Don't stress about your meals on vacation: How to take a cruise if you have dietary restrictions
'I feel safer with them on a cruise ship': Families share tips on how to take a cruise with kids
Who covers air travel at USA TODAY?
Zach Wichter isa consumer travel reporter focusing on airlines. Wichter has been an aviation reporter for both The Points Guy and The New York Times covering details about aircraft, the effects of climate change on air travel and the industry as a whole during the pandemic. He came to USA TODAY from Bankrate where he worked as a mortgage reporter. Give him a follow on Twitter @zlwichter.
You can reach him at zwichter@usatoday.com
Some recent work by Zach:
Airlines issued billions in credits during the pandemic: Here's why travelers need to use them ASAP
This town of 7,500 people has 2 daily flights: How a lesser-known government program keeps us connected
Don't blame the ones who showed up: Pilot shortage driving airline reliability struggles this summer
Who covers consumer travel news and Hawaii at USA TODAY?
Kathleen Wong is a consumer travel reporter focusing on trending travel content and Hawaii news. Kathleen previously contributed features to USA TODAY as a freelancer, and her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Cut, Vice and more. She is a meticulous writer with a passion for local issues to Hawaii. Give her a follow on Twitter@Katmarwong.
You can reach her at kwong@usatoday.com
Some recent work by Kathleen:
Hawaii sees riskier beachgoers: How to safely enjoy the ocean on the islands
Beach closures, damage: What travelers can expect after the 'historic' Hawaii swells
Is summer travel causing long TSA lines at airports?Sort of. Here's how to prepare.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: USA TODAY Travel reporters
