Hayley Hutson Hayley Hutson is a freelance writer specializing in food and travel. Born and raised in the Washington, D.C. area, she developed a passion for travel at a young age. She feels most fulfilled when she’s eating her way through new destinations or reading a dystopian novel. Hayley has penned everything from informative guides on whiskeys around the world to narratives on luxury beach resorts in Europe. Ask her about her latest trip, but only if you’re ready for the long-form version.• 6+ years of experience in writing, content strategy, and SEO• Produced content for over 200 organizations in 22 countries• Received a bachelor’s degree in communications and public relations at Old Dominion University, with a minor in international relations About Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is a top travel media brand with a mission to inform and inspire passionate travelers. Our expert team includes a network of hundreds of writers and photographers across the globe, all providing a local eye on the best places to stay, eat, and explore. We reach an audience that takes 76 million round trips annually, offering valuable travel tips, ideas and inspiration, and products you need to get you to your destination — whether it’s a small town or big city, beach or lake, national park or theme park, road trip, cruise, or long-haul flight, and everything in between. Learn more about us and our editorial process