Elite Traveler September-October 2016

Contributors elite traveler SEPT/OCT 2016 20

China EMMA LOVE Writer

Qatar JULIAWHEELER Writer

New England LAURIE KAHLE Writer

Rome SUSANWRIGHT Photographer

New Zealand MATT MURPHY Illustrator

London-based freelance journalist Emma specializes in writing about travel and design. She is a contributing editor at Condé Nast Traveller and also writes for publications such as The Financial Times , The Guardian and The Telegraph . Trips this year have included a cruise in the Philippines, safari in Tanzania and a week enjoying the coastline of Cornwall. p90

Julia worked for the BBC for over 15 years, including a stint as the Gulf Correspondent, based in the Middle East. From Dubai, Julia covered news, sports and business stories for BBC TV, radio and online, as well as researching programs for the networks. She has also written a book about Dubai's history, Telling Tales: An Oral History of Dubai . p102

“With its painted-forest landscapes, New England is at its most enchanting in the autumn,” says Boston-based writer Laurie. The former Robb Report senior editor specializes in five-star travel, luxury watches and jewelry. She regularly contributes to Centurion, Cigar Aficionado , and Robb Report , among other prestigious publications. p122

Australian-born photographer Susan is based in Rome. She contributes to The New York Times , Australian Gourmet Traveller , Lonely Planet Traveller and many in-flight magazines. Susan photographed the Italian cookbook by Lonely Planet From the Source – Italy , while a selection of her pictures of Rome feature in the book City Secrets: Rome . p129

Working predominantly in the world of editorial, Matt's illustrations have appeared in publications such as The Economist , The Guardian and The New York Times . His work is created from various textures, which when collaged digitally create atmospheric and thought-provoking imagery. Matt's home is nestled in the rolling Dorset hills. p144