Eileen Cotter Wright
Travel Writer and Blogger
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Hey, I'm Eileen! Crooked Flight stemmed from the idea that I have no business being a traveler. I want to help others avoid silly on-the-road mistakes!
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A BIG BIG giveaway to....COSTA RICA! 🇨🇷 I've partnered with Daily Drop to offer this amazing trip: 5-night stay for two in a Deluxe Villa at Hotel Three Sixty $2,000 to help cover flights and other miscellaneous expenses $250 food and beverage credit Free airport to hotel transfer 1 free Mangrove Boat Tour for two No purchase necessary, simply sign up for Daily Drop's free travel points newsletter here: https://www.dailydrop.com/giveaways/costa-rica-giveaway-2024-06?fpr=pure-wander
NEW! Get outside and go to Bryce Canyon National Park. I had SO much fun with these ladies!
I MISS old times on the 'gram. So the heck with trends, I just want to share a pretty beach photo. That's it. Oahu was just a dream. I don't know what I was expecting, but everything about the island delighted me. I thought a trip to Hawaii would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but my spouse and I are already talking about returning, especially with the kids! We were there for his work incentive trip on a splashy resort, but I took a couple days to rent a car and drive all over Oahu. The North Shore beaches are incredible (thanks for the rec's @racheloffduty!) and at this time of year seemed pretty calm. This view is of the Mokoliʻi islet, somewhere between Kaneohe and Kualoa - the ranch is across the street. Swipe for bonus dinosaur content, because the ranch is where scenes from Jurassic Park were filmed. I'll be sharing tons of Hawaii guides soon here and on the Pure Wander blog (including drone shots!) so stick around if you want some pretty images along with killer tips for enjoying all Oahu has to offer. I did my best to support as many local businesses as I could and leave as little personal impact as possible in respect of this sacred place and the people who've lived there for generations. -Eileen Have you been to Hawaii?🌺 What place surprised you the most when visiting? #ifwtwa #purewander #travelwritersofinstagram #springtravels #travelbloggers #oahuisland #visithawaiianislands #incentivetrip2024
I MISS old times. So the heck with trends, I just want to share a pretty beach photo. That's it. Oahu was just a dream. I don't know what I was expecting, but everything about the island delighted me. I thought a trip to Hawaii would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but my spouse and I are already talking about returning, especially with the kids! We were there for his work incentive trip on a splashy resort, but I took a couple days to rent a car and drive all over Oahu. The North Shore beaches are incredible (thanks for the rec's @racheloffduty!) and at this time of year seemed pretty calm. This view is of the Mokoliʻi islet, somewhere between Kaneohe and Kualoa - the ranch is across the street. Swipe for bonus dinosaur content, because the ranch is where scenes from Jurassic Park were filmed. I'll be sharing tons of Hawaii guides soon here and on the Pure Wander blog (including drone shots!) so stick around if you want some pretty images along with killer tips for enjoying all Oahu has to offer. I did my best to support as many local businesses as I could and leave as little personal impact as possible in respect of this sacred place and the people who've lived there for generations. -Eileen Have you been to Hawaii?🌺 What place surprised you the most when visiting?
It’s embarrassing for me to say that I’ve almost never used airline miles for travel. At least I’ve definitely never used them to their full potential for flights, hotels, or anything of true value. If you're like me, then I think it’s time for us both to get smart about points. Especially because less of my trips these days are comped with work. I’ll be traveling as a family of four more often, and I hope to do it in a smart way. Now I’m faaaaar from an expert on the points games, but I have been dabbling in double dipping, linking accounts and researching cards. Many of my travel friends are scoring incredible upgrades, free hotel stays, and major discounts on multiple tickets through their strategies. If you want to start along with me, I’ve partnered with the premier experts at @Daily Drop. They are legit. Daily Drop was created by professional travelers Kara and Nate to help everyday wanderers maximize their spending and hopefully book wonderful trips partially (or fully!) on points. What’s wild is their newsletter is FREE. Totally free. I’ve only been getting them to my inbox for a few weeks are already feel like I have a better understanding about how it all can potentially supplement my travels. Click on the DD logo on the top left for the newsletter signup: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards?via=pure-wander They do promote certain credit cards, but are very honest about what works best. They also are often the first to know about special sign-up bonus miles, offers and more. I needed to streamline my efforts and this so far has been the perfect solution. You can also take a shortcut to our partnered landing page here to have a peek at the best card, which is always being updated: https://www.dailydrop.com/credit-cards?via=pure-wander And if you have any questions, ask me! I’ll ask the experts and get back to you! Good luck and let me know how things go for you! -EIleen
I love both of Oahu's vibes. We have sexy resort style ambiance on a perfect manmade lagoon with indulgent dining options. On the other hand, there's a lush, tropical island oasis brimming with waterfalls, secluded beaches and tasty food trucks. I prefer the latter, but it was really nice to indulge in some resort time too. How do you tend to travel? -Eileen
One of my little quirks before I travel is getting my nails/claws done with something super fun and bright. If I have a work trip or I’m going somewhere without my three year-old, she always wants to have matching nails. But I hesitated to bring her to a nail place or use my polishes because of the chemicals. 💅🏼😬 Then I found @PiggyPaint, and I’m so excited to hear you can now pick them up at Target! Piggy paint is non-toxic, water-based, and vegan. The company was started by another mom with a two and four-year-old who had the same concerns I did. @PiggyPaint comes in a rainbow colors, and even a scented line that my daughter loves. They have all the additional products too that regular polish has, like basecoats and remover. You can pop into your local @Target, or order online or on the app. Do you have a travel ritual pre-trip? #Ad #piggypaint #targetstyle #targetfinds #targetrun @targetstyle #purewander #cutenails #nails💅🏼💅🏼 #travelready✈️
One of my little quirks before I travel is getting my nails/claws done with something super fun and bright. If I have a work trip or I’m going somewhere without my three year-old, she always wants to have matching nails. But I hesitated to bring her to a nail place or use my polishes because of the chemicals. 💅🏼😬 Then I found @PiggyPaint, and I’m so excited to hear you can now pick them up at Target! Piggy paint is non-toxic, water-based, and vegan. The company was started by another mom with a two and four-year-old who had the same concerns I did. @PiggyPaint comes in a rainbow colors, and even a scented line that my daughter loves. They have all the additional products too that regular polish has, like basecoats and remover. You can pop into your local @Target, or order online or on the app. Do you have a travel ritual pre-trip? #Ad #piggypaint #targetstyle #targetfinds #targetrun @targetstyle #purewander #cutenails #nails💅🏼💅🏼 #travelready✈️
⛰️ SAVE THIS POST New next visit a national park for the best trip planning tool! ⛰️ First of all, excuse my face I just got off an 11 hour flight! But I wanted to share with you about the @natparks.community app while I continue to post my tips and tricks for Bryce Canyon National Park this week! The Natparks app has a little of everything, especially the ability to help you track and curate your trip to all 63 national parks. Use it before you leave for the trip planning feature and share your adventures in the photo section with the community. You can get information on just about anything, from hiking trails, and points of interest to campgrounds and the current current temperature. I’ve already bookmarked Yosemite and Acadia next! Check out their @natparks.community Instagram for more information & to download! -Eileen #hawaiinationalparks #brycecanyonnationalpark #natparks #travelwriter #purewander #optoutside
NEW on the Pure Wander Travel Blog: A breezy guide to St Augustine, Florida. And kissing alligators. You're welcome. -Eileen
💫 SAVE for your upcoming Florida trips! SHARE with friends who love Florida! 💫 There’s something familiar, cozy and laid-back about Florida. It often draws me in when I want to get away for a while. It’s familiar and breezy to navigate, yet feels far enough to be a tropical getaway. I usually spend time on the Gulf coast for trips, or near Daytona Beach to see family. My spouse is obsessed with Sanibel and Captiva, I like Palm beach and the Florida Keys. And obviously, all the theme parks. 🎢 Most recently I checked out a new destination: Saint Augustine. To celebrate Taylor’s new banger and the latest on Pure Wander, here’s some of my favorite shots from the sunny state. ☀️ Read the St. Augustine guide on the Pure Wander homepage and scroll to the bottom for all of our favorite floor articles compiled. Let’s start planning! ☑️ #visitflorida #cresentbeach #floridashistoriccoast #travelwriter #floridaguide #floridaitinerary
Happy Earth day! As a traveler, here's ways you can make an impact: > Support Pattie Gonia's climate action initiatives > Follow folks like Tilted Map - Ketti's Eco & Travel Blog for sustainable travel tips > Invest in sustainable travel basics from companies like p a c t : here's a special discount for Earth Day: https://blue.mbsy.co/6s7BJj > Consider offsetting flights with a carbon neutralizing program
Honestly, my favorite thing ever is guesting on podcasts. It brings me back to my radio heyday! Have a listen to this episode of Manifest Travel where we chat about the pros and cons of “traveling in packs”: I even dish on some disasters! 🤣 -Eileen https://open.spotify.com/episode/5rmEarJCi7J0for11hV3xC?si=0xtDhZluQNyskwDg4XIfYQ
Looking for the best spots beyond Plymouth Rock? We've got you covered! 🏖️ Explore our local's guide to the best places to shop, dine, and enjoy the outdoors in Plymouth, MA. Read the full guide from a local on PureWander.com!
A return trip 22 years in the making! 🙌🏻 Bryce National Park might be one of my favorites in the whole country. The other-worldly landscape is just something you have to see in person. Especially the ombré-colored hoodoos in white and orange! No matter how much time you have you can get a taste of this gorgeous scenery at multiple outlook points, easy rim hikes, and more challenging switchbacks down into the canyon. I’ll have the full guide on the blog soon all about this epic trip! I also got to travel with an amazing group of women which was the cherry on top of a great experience. Thanks especially to @wanderingwithmegan for the photo of me. I feel so fancy! And of course, I brought my @hibearco Adventure flask in hopes of making a celebratory cocktail but the altitude knocked me down 😅 it’ll be perfect next time I car camp with the squad though - these special ‘flasks’ can handle all these different beverages: 🍷 Wine (plus doubles of the decanter!) ☕️ Cold brew coffee 🫖 Hot or cold tea (keep it chilly with the freezable core) 🍹 Cocktails (comes with muddler!) 🍓 Fruit infused water 💧 And yeah, regular water too I’m giving one away of your choice on the blog and in Instagram reels, go find the post and enter. I think there’s one day left! Good luck! Anyways I can’t wait to return to Utah with everyone to conquer more of the mighty five. There’s five beautiful national parks in the state and I think I’ve made it to all of them except Capitol Reef. Do you like to explore outdoors when you travel? #witsutah #purewander #visitutah #brycenationalparkutah⛰️ #travelwritersofinstagram #ifwtwa #utahviews #ad