Stefanie is a freelance writer, editor, and digital producer based in Upstate New York. Her beats include space, travel, and design, and she has a particular passion for aviation and expedition cruising, especially in polar regions.

Stefanie has written for a wide range of publications, including National Geographic, Condé Nast Traveler, Afar, The Points Guy, Travel + Leisure, Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, The Washington Post, Real Simple, Space.com, Tech Crunch, and Popular Science, among others. She was formerly an editor at Architectural Digest, ARTnews, and Oyster.com, a Tripadvisor company.

She is also the author of 150 Gardens You Need to Visit Before You Die, 150 Golf Courses You Need to Visit Before You Die, The World’s Best Swimming Pools, and The World’s Best Beaches (all Lannoo). Additionally, Stefanie provides copywriting, branded content, and SEO services.

For queries or tips, please email Stefanie at by.stefanie.waldek@gmail.com.