While Amy L. Hatch is not totally immune to the charms of the Midwest (hey, Chicago is pretty cool), this East Coast transplant is learning to deal with life in Urbana, Ill., one ear of corn at a time.
Hatch spent her teen years traveling all over Europe while her family lived the ex-patriot life in London, and if she ever wins the lottery, she plans to divide her time between London, Boston and Cape Cod, via private jet. With a butler. And a nanny.
In addition to being the Back Page columnist for TravelMuse, Hatch also is our social media maven, and recently joined the writing team of AOL’s official parenting blog, ParentDish. Her journalism career began in 1994 at Messenger-Wolfe Newspapers in Rochester, N.Y. She has also written for USAirways in-flight magazine. These days you’ll find the freelance writer exploring the small towns surrounding her home with her husband, daughter and new infant son, and taking long, excruciating road trips in a minivan to visit grandparents in three states.
Latest Articles by Amy L. Hatch
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Tips for Spontaneous Family Travel
by Amy L. Hatch February 6, 2009Hitting the road without a set agenda? Here are some tips for making your unstructured travels fun and adventurous for the whole family.
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Trim Your Travel Budget Without Cutting Travel
by Amy L. Hatch January 9, 2009Ailing economy giving you the travel blues? Learn how you can take a vacation anyway by following these expert budget travel tips.
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Stay Sane While Traveling With Friends
by Amy L. Hatch December 19, 2008Keep these tips in mind when vacationing with friends in order to ensure the friendship stays intact long after the holiday is over.
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To Grandma’s House We Go!
by Amy L. Hatch December 5, 2008Make your holiday family travel plans a breeze by following these easy tips for easing seasonal travel woes.
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Flying for Two: Tips on Flying While Pregnant
by Amy L. Hatch November 21, 2008Air travel is perfectly safe for moms-to-be who hydrate, exercise and stick to short flights.
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Managing Multigenerational Travel
by Amy L. Hatch November 14, 2008Traveling with your extended family doesn’t have to be a pain. Relax, let go of grudges and enjoy your time together.
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24 Hours in St. Louis With Kids
by Amy L. Hatch October 31, 2008Turn your overnight visit to St. Louis into a family getaway. This Midwest city is a gem for kids and parents alike.
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On the Road Again: Infant Travel Part II
by Amy L. Hatch October 24, 2008Take a road trip with your baby and keep your sanity, too. Read our expert tips on how to plan a road trip with an infant.
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How to Pack for Road Trips with Infants
by Amy L. Hatch October 16, 2008Packing tips from our columnist mom when taking a newborn or infant on vacation.
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Breastfeeding on Airplanes
by Amy L. Hatch October 10, 2008If you’re a nursing mother who travels, know your rights when it comes to naturally feeding your child while on a airplane.
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