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Sharon Kurtz

Sharon Kurtz

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Freelance Travel Writer, Freelance

Austin, Dallas

Biography

Sharon is an accomplished travel writer and award winning-photographer. When not traveling, she lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and three dogs. Still, her carry-on is always packed, ready for the next adventure. Sharon has published more than 200 articles for both online and print publications. She shares her love for travel and food by exploring cultures and flavors at home & around the globe. Sharon writes from a boomer's perspective, often engaging the over-50 traveler. Her stories include cultural destinations, soft adventure experiences, and cruising, preferably with a touch of luxury—food and wine, sustainable living, and multi-generational travel. She is always looking for that unique angle to bring a fresh perspective to a story. Sharon is a senior writer for GoNomad, writes a monthly travel column for Lustre.net., and a monthly podcast, Wander the World with Sharon. Her articles have also appeared in International Living, FYI50plus Magazine, Tripadvisor, Shebuystravel.com, Wanderwithwonder.com, Rovology, LiveLovers Magazine, Lustre.net, TravelAwaits, FWT Magazine, Confetti Travel Cafe, TravelWorld International Magazine, Big Blend Radio & TV Magazine, Parks & Travel Magazine, History Magazine, PlayStayEat.com, and more. Sharon's website, Sharonkkurtz.com, houses many of her published articles. In recent years, Sharon has visited more than 50 countries on six continents. She is an active member of SATW and IFWTWA.

Final Covers

Culture And History , Soft Adventure, Destinations , Culinary Travel, Cruising , Hotels, Wine, Solo Women’s Travel , Food

Doesn’t Cover

weight loss, celebrity news, gossip

Seniority Positions

Medium Formats

Content

Total articles 240

  • Things to Do in Galveston for an Amazing Visit

    By Sharon Kurtz Verified

    Apr. 16, 2025

  • I Stayed There: The Tremont House

    By Sharon Kurtz Verified

    Mar. 28, 2025

  • Smarter Travel in Europe: When Private Transfers Beat Planes and Trains

    By Sharon Kurtz Verified

    Mar. 06, 2025

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Company Info

Freelance

Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.

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