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Amanda Sims

Travel writer and storyteller sharing useful insights to help you travel more responsibly.

My work

Travel writer

I’m a former editor at the Chicago Tribune and Chicago Lawyer who took a detour in corporate communications. Now, I’m chasing the stories I want to tell. My work has appeared in Chicago Magazine, Time Out, Crain’s and most recently, Late Checkout and Hard Copy. I also write about responsible travel on my Substack.

Content creator

I am a storyteller first and foremost—but there are many ways to tell a great story. I love the challenge of creating a smartly crafted video or a well-written brand story. I selectively partner with brands on creative campaigns that help people travel better and more responsibly.

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Recent bylines

  • Photo collage of woman getting out of pool

    No host, no hassle

    With Airbnb facing a crackdown in Spain, travelers are rethinking where to stay. In this story for Late Checkout, I rounded up five boutique hotels that are worth booking instead.

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  • Photo collage of suitcases and Apple AirTag accessories

    Track your bag, stay unbothered

    Few things are a bigger vibe killer while traveling than a lost bag. This story for Late Checkout explores how United Airlines is using Apple AirTag tech to keep travelers in the loop.

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  • Photo of broken vintage computer monitor with vintage keyboard jutting from the screen

    Nothing ventured, nothing gained

    In this essay for Hard Copy, I consider risking the lure and certainty of corporate comforts to pursue the freelance life. It started with a foreboding email.

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My values

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Do no harm

Move through the world with care.

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Keep it real

Choose authenticity over perfection.

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Go with gratitude

Appreciate every step of the journey.

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