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About Susanna Kelly-Shankar

Susanna grew up in small-town Alaska where the changing climate was always on her mind. Through traveling, she gained an interest in the power of sustainable and regenerative travel. She now attends a Master's program for environmental sustainability and bridges sustainable travel with environmental science. When she's not outside playing, you'll find her drinking whiskey with her cat and partner while trying to get to level 99 in life.

What is Economic Tourism Leakage? How to Prevent its Negative Impact
What is Economic Tourism Leakage? How to Prevent its Negative Impact

What is Economic Tourism Leakage? How to Prevent its Negative Impact

By Susanna Kelly-Shankar|2021-09-04T15:38:56+00:00December 31st, 2020|

Are you curious about what happens to your tourism dollars long after you leave

Sustainable Itinerary and Travel Guide to Munich Germany
Sustainable Itinerary and Travel Guide to Munich Germany

Sustainable Itinerary and Travel Guide to Munich Germany

By Susanna Kelly-Shankar|2021-05-04T17:37:52+00:00December 29th, 2020|

Are you curious about how you can visit Munich sustainably? Munich is a wonderfully

Sustainable Travel Guide to Seward, Alaska + Local Tips
Sustainable Travel Guide to Seward, Alaska + Local Tips

Sustainable Travel Guide to Seward, Alaska + Local Tips

By Susanna Kelly-Shankar|2021-01-20T19:21:39+00:00December 28th, 2020|

Seward, Alaska was my family’s vacation spot when I was little. On Friday afternoons,

Jachenau Waterfall and Toll Road Near Munich
Jachenau Waterfall and Toll Road Near Munich

Jachenau Waterfall and Toll Road Near Munich

By Susanna Kelly-Shankar|2021-08-30T10:11:57+00:00May 28th, 2020|

If you are in Munich looking for a scenic escape from the city, driving

Exploring Murnauer Moos Marshland and Nature Reserve Near Munich
Exploring Murnauer Moos Marshland and Nature Reserve Near Munich

Exploring Murnauer Moos Marshland and Nature Reserve Near Munich

By Susanna Kelly-Shankar|2021-01-06T16:33:47+00:00May 27th, 2020|

The Murnauer Moos is one of central Europe’s most extensive consecutive marshland. Hundreds of

How to Plan a Trip to Alaska Without a Cruise Ship
How to Plan a Trip to Alaska Without a Cruise Ship

How to Plan a Trip to Alaska Without a Cruise Ship

By Susanna Kelly-Shankar|2021-04-12T12:55:48+00:00May 12th, 2020|

Are you curious how to visit Alaska without a cruise? Contrary to popular belief, it

How to Celebrate and Honor Earth Day (Virtually) 2021
How to Celebrate and Honor Earth Day (Virtually) 2021

How to Celebrate and Honor Earth Day (Virtually) 2021

By Susanna Kelly-Shankar|2021-08-30T08:12:26+00:00April 20th, 2020|

Our planet is beautiful and giving. Every day of the year, we should bring

How to Help Local Small Businesses, Freelancers, and Creatives During COVID-19
How to Help Local Small Businesses, Freelancers, and Creatives During COVID-19

How to Help Local Small Businesses, Freelancers, and Creatives During COVID-19

By Susanna Kelly-Shankar|2021-01-07T14:20:54+00:00March 31st, 2020|

There’s been a lot of talk about supporting local small businesses in the era

Bukhara, Uzbekistan Travel Diaries: Photos and Stories For a Virtual Vacation
Bukhara, Uzbekistan Travel Diaries: Photos and Stories For a Virtual Vacation

Bukhara, Uzbekistan Travel Diaries: Photos and Stories For a Virtual Vacation

By Susanna Kelly-Shankar|2021-01-06T16:38:08+00:00March 30th, 2020|

Arrival in Bukhara The high-speed and modern train squealed to a stop. Darkness engulfed

Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland Sustainable Road Trip Itinerary + Local Hidden Gems
Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland Sustainable Road Trip Itinerary + Local Hidden Gems

Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland Sustainable Road Trip Itinerary + Local Hidden Gems

By Susanna Kelly-Shankar|2021-09-29T13:00:51+00:00March 17th, 2020|

One of my favorite things about traveling the Wild Atlantic Way is how easy

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Hi, I’m Sooz – a born and raised Alaskan living in Munich. I believe in traveling to learn about the environment and the transformative power that travel can bring to both the traveler and their destination. Curiosity Saves Travel brings together my MSc in Environmental Sustainability, my years of experience in the tourism industry, and amplifies diverse voices from around the world. I promise to bring you practical and balanced sustainable travel tips to spark your curiosity to discover ways we can save travel from harmful behaviors.