Beth Blair is a longtime writer specializing in travel and aviation. She is the author of two books: Break into Travel Writing and The Unofficial Guide to Mall of America and a co-owner of a Gold Lowell Thomas Award-winning travel blog, which was sold in 2018, and has earned numerous other writing accolades.
In 2013, Beth gained widespread attention as the Shape Magazine Weight Loss Diarist, chronicling a transformative weight-loss journey for a global audience. Her writing has been featured in prestigious publications such as BBC Travel, Forbes Travel Guide, AAA Traveler, Destination Weddings & Honeymoons, Tucson Bride, Arizona Bridal, Midwest Meetings, Global Traveler, Aviation Security International Magazine, St. Paul Pioneer Press and, most recently, Airstream life. Contributions also include work in anthologies like the Chicken Soup for the Soul series. In 2010, Beth earned first place in the Writer’s Market “Freelance Success Stories” competition.
Beyond Writing
Beth’s career journey has been anything but conventional, embracing a zigzag path across various industries. Beginning in 1998 as a flight attendant for a charter airline, Beth traveled to spectacular destinations, sharing some of those adventures in an article for BBC Travel. Over the years, she gained experience across several airlines, eventually transitioning into management roles. During the pandemic, Beth pivoted to digital marketing, serving as a Digital Marketing Operations Manager before transitioning to the ski industry. Currently, Beth works as Senior Manager, Health & Safety Education and Engagement.
Based in Minnesota, Beth and her family relocated from Arizona in 2009. Travel is a family passion, especially hitting the road in their Gobtrotter Airstream.
