Jennifer Flowers is an award-winning journalist and the senior deputy editor of AFAR, a mission-driven travel media company that produces one of the leading U.S. luxury travel magazines. She has close to 20 years of experience in magazines, daily newspapers, and digital-first media companies. Her essay writing has been recognized by the North American Travel Journalists Association, and her bylines have appeared in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Conde Nast Traveler, Bloomberg Businessweek, and the Seattle Times. Her work in travel journalism sparked a deep love for the African continent, where she’s passionate about covering everything from arts and music to conservation in the world’s last remaining wild places. When she’s not exploring the world, Jenn splits her time between New York City and Seattle.