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Annie Merkley

Annie grew up traveling and has lived and worked on every continent, including Antarctica. She is originally from the USA and currently lives in Santiago, Chile. With a background in creative writing and journalism, Annie also has a long history of working in hospitality, customer service, and education, and providing top-notch service is always a driving force in her professional journey. As a freelance journalist over the past decade, she has had a focus on the best of what humanity has to offer: food and drink, culture, social impact, activism, and education. She is a certified Chilean wine expert and enjoys expanding her knowledge of wine culture in her free time. Annie is also a singer-songwriter and has taken the stage across the globe with her banjo in hand.

Languages Spoken:
English (native), Spanish (fluent), Italian (basic)

Posts by Annie:

August 7th, 2024
Exploring the Brazilian Amazon on the Riverboat Tucano

When the call of the wild comes to you, what do you envision? Are you a hardcore adventurer that wants to go to the woods and sleep in a hammock with arachnids running amok? Or are you like me, where you want a bug-free comfortable bed, delicious food, and a crew of expert locals to… Read Full Post

October 23rd, 2023
What to Expect on a 6-Day Cruise in the Western Galapagos

Sea lions and giant tortoises and marine iguanas, oh my! The Galapagos conjures images of bizarre creatures and windswept volcanic shores. It is this and so much more. As the archipelago is a protected national park, the best way to explore is to take a small ship cruise with a naturalist guide. In July ’23… Read Full Post

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