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Jackie Perrin

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Professional Experience

A versatile journalist with 20 years of experience, I have covered education, parenting, food, home, health, travel and business topics for publications ranging from TripAdvisor to Gannett News Service.

Expertise

Writer 20 YearsCopy Editor 10 YearsGraphic Designer 10 Years

Specialty

Family, Children & TeenagersTravelFood

Industries

Magazine - Large Consumer/National magazinesNewspaper - Local/RegionalOnline/new media

Food

Sweet Dreams
(Her Magazine 12/27/2018)
How three women turned a passion for sweets into a career.
Taste of the Old Country
(Gannett News 12/30/2018)
Little Italy, Niagara Falls
Nashville Hot Chicken
(Long Weekends Magazine 1/18/2019)
Savor the fiery flavor of hot chicken at these hot Nashville dining spots
This Spud's for You
(CNY Magazine 10/6/2023)
Top 5 Summer Tastes in Upstate New York
(KOSB 5/7/2022)
Wheelie fun trips
(Gannett Rochester 5/7/2022)
How to roast asparagus in the oven for a simple, elegant side dish
(Insider 5/7/2022)
How to make easy buttery garlic bread
(Insider 5/7/2022)
How to peel, cut, and roast butternut squash
(Insider 5/7/2022)
How to ripen green bananas fast
(Insider 5/6/2022)
Can you freeze cream cheese?
(Insider 5/5/2022)
Sticking with a Winner
(Rochester Democrat & Chronicle 5/29/2026)
7 Special Stores to Satisfy your Sweet Tooth
(Advance Media 5/15/2020)
Kids' Stuff
(Gannett 6/10/2020)
Las Paletas Nashville
(LongWeekends 1/1/2019)
Garbage Plates
(Advance Media 7/31/2021)

New York Travel

Land o'Lakes
(Go inflight magazine 12/27/2018)
Escape to New York's Finger Lakes region
Not Just for the Birds
(Long Weekends Magazine 12/27/2018)
Cornell Lab of Ornithology is fun for the entire family.
Where Determination is Always in Fashion
(Gannett News 12/27/2018)
Take a trip to Seneca Falls, NY-- the birthplace of women's rights
Tail-Wagging Welcome
(NYUpstate 12/27/2018)
4 Upstate NY locales where you can vacation with your dog
A History Maker's House
(Rochester Business Journal 12/27/2018)
Uncover remarkable history at the Susan B Anthony House in upstate New York.
Freedom Ride
(Gannett News 12/30/2018)
Take a trip on the Underground Railroad
It’s a Short Way to Tipperary
(Garnett News 1/1/2019)
Make a Splash
(Gannett News 1/1/2019)
Old Fashioned Summer
(Gannett News 1/1/2019)
Inns of Aurora
(Long Weekends 11/21/2021)
Summer School at Seneca Allegany State Park
(Advance Media 5/7/2022)
Fancying the Plain
(Gannett 7/5/2015)
Lapping up Luxury
(Gannett 7/5/2015)
Winery Welcomes Families
(Gannett 7/5/2014)
Firelight Camp
(Long Weekends 1/7/2017)
9 Terrific Trails to Take With Your Kids in Upstate New York
(Advance Mefia 7/31/2017)
6 fantastic family camping experiences in Upstate NY
(Advance Media 8/1/2017)
6 best boat tours for kids and families in Upstate NY
(Advance Media 8/1/2016)

Travel Destination Guides

Orlando Guide
(Tripadvisor 12/27/2018)
The best places to sleep, eat and play in Orlando
Nashville Guide
(Tripadvisor 12/28/2018)
Where to sleep, eat and play in Nashville
Charleston Guide
(TripAdvisor 12/28/2018)
The best places to eat, sleep and play in Charleston
Gulf Shores, Alabama Family Vacations
(Family Vacation Critic 1/5/2019)
Marco Island Family Vacation
(Family Vacation Critic 1/5/2019)
Thousand Islands Family Vacation
(Family Vacation Critic 1/18/2019)
The best activities, dining and hotels for families in New York's Thousand Islands Region
Little Rock, Arkansas Guide
(Family Vacation Critic 1/18/2019)
The best attractions, dining and hotels in the capital city o Arkansas
Atlanta Guide
(TripAdvisor 2/26/2019)
Rochester’s Hidden Gems Unearthed
(Business Strategies Mafazibe 5/10/2021)
Best of Thousand Islands in U.S., Canada: Places to stay, play while on vacation
(Advance Media 8/1/2021)
Saratoga Springs Family Vacation
(Family Vacation Critic 8/1/2015)

Orlando & Florida

How to Choose a Disney World Resort Hotel
(Family Vacation Critic 12/27/2018)
Where should you stay with your family in Disney World? I bunked at 25+ Walt Disney Resort hotels (with kids!) to get the low-down for you!
Beyond Disney
(PeterGreenberg.com 1/5/2019)
5 Best Times to Go to Disney World
(Family Vacation Critic 2/22/2019)
14 Best Hotel Pools in Orlando
(Family Vacation Critic 6/17/2019)
What to Skip and What to Splurge on at Disney World
(Family Vacation Critic 6/17/2019)
10 Cheap Orlando Resorts for Families
(Family Vacation Critic 6/18/2019)
5 Family-friendly Beaches near Disney World
(Family Vacation Critic 6/18/2019)
Disney World Hotels for Large Families
(Family Vacation Critic 6/18/2019)
The Best Disney Rides, Ranked
(Family Vacation Critic 1/28/2020)
The Best Kept Secret at Disney World
(Family Vacation 7/12/2021)
24 Best Disney World Rides for Toddlers
(Family Vacation Critic 8/24/2019)
9 Disney Rides with the Shortest Lines
(Family Vacation Critic 6/17/2019)
9 Best Disney World Pools for Families
(Family Vacation Critic 6/17/2019)

Travel Tips

11 Biggest Vacation Rental Mistakes
(Family Vacation Critic 1/5/2019)
The Surprising Item Everyone Has That Can Save You Hundreds on Your Next Vacation
(Family Vacation Critic 6/18/2019)
Head North for Breezy Lakeside Getaways
(AARP 11/30/-0001)
9 Best US Resorts For Teens
(Family Vacation Critic 7/10/0218)
15 Expensive Vacation Items You Can Check Out at Your Local Library
(Fodor's Travel 2/3/2023)
Sew Fun: Stitching Art and Friendships on a Dreamy Craft Getaway
(AArP 5/29/2026)

Commerce

The Disney Dozen
(Family Vacation Critic 1/18/2019)
12 Things You Can't Forget to Pack for Disney

Home & Lifestyle

Part of the Pack
(Next Avenue 10/6/2023)
Take on the Mantel
(Advance Media 11/4/2022)
How to Clean a Bathtub Without Using Harsh Chemicals
(Insider 12/21/2022)
4 Ways to Fix Christmas Lights in f they’re Half Out or Don’t Work at All
(Insider 12/21/2022)
What is crabgrass? How to get rid of the persistent weed
(Insider 11/21/2021)
Beyond Books
(CNY Magazine 11/1/2022)
Aging Minds, Different Signs: Recognizing Depression in Older Men
(Next Avenue 4/26/2025)

General

Nashville's Got Soul
(Long Weekends Magazine 12/27/2018)
Renovations at Nashville's famous Ryman Auditorium give new reasons to visit
5 Family-friendly Islands to Visit this Summer
(Family Vacation Critic 12/27/2018)
Ditch the car keys and enjoy a laid-back vacation on these family-friendly islands, all accessible without a passport
9 Family Vacations that Never Get Old
(Family Vacation Critic 12/27/2018)
From the Outer Banks to Disney World, revisit 9 classic family vacations
Resorts that Pamper New Parents
(Family Vacation Critic/MSNBC 12/29/2018)
Take advantage of portability and a free flight at these baby-friendly resorts
Toronto, for Kids
(Gannett News 12/30/2018)
Ladies First
(Ink Publishing /Inflight 1/2/2019)
From cowgirls to scientists, women have made a difference—and Women’s History Month is the perfect time to celebrate them.
Getaways for the Girls
(Family Vacation Critic 1/18/2019)
5 Best Mother-Daughter Trips
10 Best Hotel Amenities for Kids
(Family Vacation Critic 5/29/2026)
A Divinely Wild Ride
(Long Weekends 7/10/2021)