Gwen Pratesi

Gwen Pratesi is an accomplished travel expert and writer with extensive experience in the travel and culinary sectors. Currently contributing to the Travel section of U.S. News & World Report since June 2016, Gwen also serves as a freelance writer for The Points Guy and owns PratesiLiving.com, a luxury and culinary travel website that has been recognized as a James Beard Award Finalist. Additionally, Gwen operates On The Road culinary adventures, which specializes in high-end culinary travel experiences. Earlier professional experience includes work as an Executive and Personal Assistant at LPL Financial Services from 1998 to 2001. Gwen is an alumna of the University of Richmond.