Avital Andrews

Contributing Writer, Via
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Avital Andrews has more than 15 years of experience as a journalist. She was an editor at the L.A. Times and at Sierra magazine.

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Avital's articles have been among the 10 most popular on the L.A. Times, Pacific Standard, Outside, and Smarter Travel websites. Her work also appears in USA Today, Business Insider, The Week, and HuffPost, and has been featured by the New York Times, The Atlantic, Time, NPR, and MTV. Her travel guidebook is in its fourth edition, and she’s currently writing her first children’s book.

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Articles by Avital Andrews

a woman packs a parcel to ship in the mail.

Before you wrap and ship, check out these tips to help your packages arrive safely and on time.

A woman and her dog sit in front of a wood-burning stove and look out the window at a snow-covered landscape.

Prevent home fires and other dangers with these precautions.

a black man uses a credit card to purchase something on his phone with coffee cup in foreground

Strategies to keep your financial data safe during the holiday shopping season and beyond.

A deer crosses a highway in Washington.

Dedicated wildlife crossings are being built across the West to reduce vehicle collisions with many species.

A mom and her child play together on a tablet.

We’ve never been more connected—and our online privacy has never been more important.

An airport lounge employee sets down a tray of drinks in front of a traveler.

And everything else you need to know about airport lounge memberships.

colorful Mickey Mouse balloons float in front of the pixar pier sign at california adventure.

Our guide to what's good to eat—and drink—in every part of Anaheim's Disneyland Resort.

roller coaster riders holding on tight at Legoland

Get to know the latest rides, shows, and more.

Dole Whip from Tropical Hideaway at Disneyland Resort.

From salty popcorn to a refreshing Dole Whip, there’s something for every mood and craving.

A hiker puts on a rain coat near a fjord in Norway.

From hot-weather camping clothes to special snow gear, here’s what to bring for every climate.

Metal bear-proof food lockers outside canvas tent cabins in Yosemite National Park's Half Dome Village

Outsmart raccoons, avoid bears, and repel mosquitoes, flies, and ants with these tips.

A mother and son turn on their air purifier in their living room.

A bit of preparation now will help keep you safe and comfortable.

Disneyland castle decorated for Walt Disney 100 anniversary.

From Toontown’s reopening to new restaurants and shows, enjoy the latest happenings in the park.

Brothers stand in Disneyland Resort's Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.

From park hacks to top rides for toddlers to teenagers, make the most of a family trip to Disneyland.