The Design Tourist

Gold Winner!
Big honor for The Design Tourist — our episode “Curious Cuba” has won Gold for Best Travel Video at the 34th Annual North American Travel Journalists Association Awards. This award celebrates the storytelling behind the episode — produced, written, and hosted by Karen LeBlanc, with stunning cinematography and editing by Director of Photography Ryan Hamilton. Curious Cuba captures the creativity, culture, and resilience of the island through the lens of design and the people who shape it. Grateful for the recognition from the travel journalism community and proud of the team that brought this story to life. North American Travel Journalists Association

I’m looking forward to connecting with both new and familiar faces at TravMedia International Media Marketplace (IMM). As a travel journalist and TV host, I love these moments to swap stories, discover what’s new, and connect with the editors, public relations pros, and travel brands shaping the stories we all tell.
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