Hey! I’m Eileen.

I’ve been a travel journalist and blogger since 2008. I’m a former London expat and currently reside just outside Boston, MA. I love traveling to at least a dozen countries a year, learning about the best ways to pack & plan as well as the beautiful spirits of every unique destination. My team of travelers and I (ok, mostly friends) have experienced the world to offer fresh ideas, sassy stories and informative, expert tales that get you motivated to book that unforgettable trip with your squad. Welcome to the Pure Wander group travel blog!

Is it time for a giant reunion and vacation abroad? Want to get away with a few of your favorite couples? Or maybe you planning an epic destination hen-do/bachelorette? Our real guides and advice will make sure you finish planning up quickly and get to the good stuff – traveling! Group travel can be life changing, whether you’re bringing your besties on the road with you or making new friends along the way. Almost every article on Pure Wander are first-person accounts, so you can experience new destinations with us, from Sri Lanka and Australia to Texas and Aruba (& everywhere in between!) We welcome ALL of you to explore along with us.

Eileen Cotter Wright

Publisher, Executive Editor, Co-Founder

IG: @Pure_Wander

Mollie Millington

London/UK Contributor

Mollie is a London-based personal trainer, health coach, and adventure enthusiast with a background in marine biology. Originally from the USA, she’s called the UK home since 2011 after marrying a Brit. Passionate about helping others find balance between work, life, fitness, food, and fun, Mollie inspires her clients to live active, fulfilling lives in the pursuit of health and happiness.

An avid runner, she plans her travels around races and aims to complete an event in every country she visits. Her adventures have taken her from running a desert ultra in Jordan to exploring the icy expanse of Antarctica. Mollie also loves spending time outdoors, whether she’s on the water, hiking new trails, or carving down alpine slopes. When she’s not training or traveling, you’ll find her walking her dog, reading a crime thriller, or baking a fresh batch of cookies.

Check out Mollie’s site, PT Mollie, and on IG @PTMollie

Jeannine Henderson

Atlanta, GA-based contributor

Jeannine is a born and bred southern gal hailing from Atlanta, GA. She fell in love with world exploration and cultural immersion during a trip to Barcelona, Spain where she participated in a Spanish language immersion program. She’s been on the go ever since. She’s a seasoned pro at tripping on the fly, working out the details and kinks as she goes and makes the most out of each trip by connecting with travelers and locals; diving into the culture that surrounds her, and living in the moment. When she’s not scrambling to pack for adventure, she enjoys watching foreign films, hiking, baking, camping, and adventuring around Atlanta.

Check out Jeannine’s site, Jeannineonthego.com, and on IG @JeannineOnTheGo

Global Contributors

Freelance and guest content, worldwide

While the team slowly builds back up post-COVID (and for me post-two babies!), editorial accepts writers from all over the world to share their expertise. Contributors include award-winning novelists, travel photojournalists, new grads, retirees, and fellow content creators/bloggers.