School
Duquesne University, Humboldt University Berlin, Central European University
Expertise
National parks, Foreign travel, Hiking trails
- Stephen has covered breaking travel news and major travel trends for top travel publications.
- An avid traveler, he has stepped foot on four different continents and more than two dozen countries.
- When not writing, he enjoys hiking, kayaking, and nature photography.
Experience
Stephen Hanson is an author, travel writer, and amateur photographer. A native of Pittsburgh, he has also lived in Berlin, Vienna, and Washington, D.C., where he currently resides. Steve has published both fiction and non-fiction in international publications, and has bylines with multiple Static Media travel verticals including PlanetWare, Explore, and Islands. In addition to his published works, he has also studied cognitive science at the graduate level and worked in the educational field.
Education
Stephen has a bachelor's degree with a dual focus on English and philosophy, and is currently completing a graduate degree in the field of cognitive science.
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The most adventurous outdoors enthusiasts are rewarded with stunning views and rare glimpses into untouched wilderness in this remote, rugged Canadian park.
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Boomers seeking a great time in the outdoors have ample options, thanks to the United States' many national parks. They're beautiful and often accessible.
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This Hawaiian trail may have gorgeous scenery, but it also comes with unstable terrain, steep elevation gains, and possible inclement weather.
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This Colorado national park is a peaceful, underrated gem, with a steep, 48-mile-long canyon that's a playground for adventurers and photographers alike.
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