Paige Mcclanahan

About the Author

Paige McClanahan is an American writer and journalist whose work explores the profound impacts of travel on individuals and societies. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, she brings a global perspective to her writing, drawing from her experiences living and working across Europe and Asia. McClanahan's debut book, The New Tourist: Waking Up to the Power and Perils of Travel, delves into the transformative potential of tourism while critiquing its environmental and cultural consequences, urging readers to rethink their wanderlust. A former staff writer for The Economist and contributor to outlets like The New York Times and BBC Future, she combines rigorous research with engaging storytelling to illuminate pressing issues in a changing world. Her essays and articles have appeared in numerous publications, establishing her as a thoughtful voice on sustainable living and global interconnectedness.