Bernadette Roe
School
St. Mary's University, The University Of Victoria, SUNY Binghamton
Expertise
Travel In Italy, Backpacking, Traveling On A Budget
- Bernadette has traveled to five of the seven continents. (She's missing South America and Antarctica, but those are high on her bucket list.)
- She's an expert on Airbnb's, particularly in locations abroad, and loves sourcing the best places to stay on a dime.
- When she's not traveling, she's reading travel literature for the spirit of adventure in those texts.
Experience
Bernadette began writing in entertainment at Floor 8 and joined Nicki Swift News in February 2020, thanks to her love of celebrity news and coverage of the royal family. She's always been interested in entertainment news and reality TV, so it was an easy transition to begin writing about it. She became a feature writer for the site and joined The List, covering these topics with vigor. She was a pioneer writer for the brand Women.com, and eventually moved to Explore, where she satisfies her love for all things travel.
Education
Bernadette received a bachelor's degree in English Literature from St. Mary's University in Calgary, Alberta. She graduated from the University of Victoria in 2014 with a master's degree in English Literature. In May 2019, she graduated from SUNY Binghamton with a PhD in English and Creative Writing.
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Stories By Bernadette Roe
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Whatever happened to VerbalizeIt from ABC's hit business-related reality show, "Shark Tank"? Here's what we know about the fate of the app's founders.
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Airplane food is unappetizing at the best of times, but if you try this TikTok hack, trying to force down lukewarm, tasteless mush could be a thing of the past.
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This TikTok-approved travel hack may help you to get some quality shut-eye on your next long-haul flight, and it's easy enough for anyone to try.
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Going on vacation but worried you won't have enough space in your luggage? This brilliant packing strategy will give you more room in your suitcase.
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Lake Lanier's reputation for danger is well-earned and its violent history only adds to its story. So why do so many swimmers and boaters die here?
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Getting into a car for a road trip can be exhilarating, but not when it's so hot that you can't even sit down or put your hands on the steering wheel.
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There are plenty of exciting attractions to visit in the U.S. -- especially for mansion lovers. This epic home has been the backdrop of many a film project.
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Pop culture icon Dolly Parton is the namesake of a theme park in her home state of Tennessee. But Dollywood can get crowded. Here's how to beat the crowds.
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Tired of coming home from a trip with a suitcase full of stank? This simple tip will keep your clothes -- and your luggage -- smelling clean and fresh.
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If you're traveling and need to sleep in the sitting position, leave those bulky neck pillows at home and opt for this handy drugstore staple instead.
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Road trips are an excellent way to vacation, but the confined space can get messy really quickly. Thankfully, this DIY road trip garbage hack can help.
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It's wine o'clock somewhere. Find out what happened to Corks Away, a unique wine tasting cruise off the California coast that pitched on Shark Tank.
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TikTok has a lot of advice about pretty much everything, including hiking. But you may want to steer clear of this popular voicemail hack, according to experts.
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When you finally arrive at your Disney hotel room, you might realize you've forgotten someting, or maybe you brought too much. Here are some handy hacks.
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We've got good news for "Bridgerton" fans: The chance to stay in a historic British castle is more affordable than you may think.
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Even though Mount Rainier is one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the United States, people still flock to it. But what exactly makes it so dangerous?
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Whether it's in a pool or the ocean, swimming can be dangerous for kids. Picking the right color bathing suit can end up saving your child's life.
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Most parents will take any tip to make traveling with kids easier. This packing hack will help you to save space and keep your child's outfits organized.
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In order to protect yourself from pickpockets while traveling, try out this simple yet clever hack that is making the rounds on TikTok.
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Climate change is changing how we fly. From weather cancellations to turbulence, find out how air travel might get more complicated in the coming years.
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Inventor Don Halpern appeared with his associate Adam McBride to pitch the Loctote bag to the Sharks. Here's what's happened so far after the show aired.
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Free public transit? That's only one reason to visit this beautiful European country, alongside its city-wide Wi-Fi, free tours, museums, and hiking trails.
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Planning a successful road trip takes a certain degree of preparation. When a pet is coming along with you, you need to make plans for them, too.
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The effectiveness of this meditation technique has been backed by several studies, including one that examined its impact on Swedish Air Force pilots.
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Ah, Paris: a city full of love, art, and interesting people. Or is it actually a city filled with mediocre food, boring nightclubs, garbage, and graffiti?
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Although many of the world's most perilous swimming spots are known for shark attacks, this particular lake is frightening for entirely different reasons.
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Packing a suitcase for a child? This simple yet clever hack will make things a lot easier by saving you time (and headaches) at your destination.