Andrew Der

Location: Burtonsville, Maryland, United States

Member Since: 22 February 2001

Professional Associations

 Travelwriters.com

 North American Travel Journalists Association

Introduction

As an environmental consultant, I have, for the last 20 years, written for land development companies and government agencies requiring technical and scientific guidance in the environmental disciplines. Over time, my interests and yearnings have wandered into travel journalism as an opportunity to explore more creative outlets and utilize long neglected photography skills. In addition to science and nature, my primary destination interests are creative and cultural family destinations, my children, Eastern Europe - my birthplace - and the occasional offbeat experience. Emphasis is on whatever unique niches and opportunities I or my children uncover in my travels.

Experience & Expertise

Member North American Travel Journalists Association Organisation Mondail de la Presse Periodique National Association of Environmental Professionals

Publishing Credentials

Just Say Go Family Travel Forum Real Travel Adventures International Magazine Travel World International Magazine The Family Travel Files Stormwater Magazine Journal of the International Water Association Gallaghers Travels See-Tennessee.com International Living Escape From America Magazine Worldwide Freelance Writer Correspondent's Dispatch

Awards Received

Award, January 2004 - Photo of the Week, The Connection, http://www.WritersMarketplace.com Quoted in http://www.smartertravel.com/travel-advice/five-hidden-affordable-beach-destinations.html?id=2355524&page=5 Quoted in USAToday.com http://www.usatoday.com/travel/deals/inside/2007-05-23-affordable-beach-destinations_N.htm Quoted in Carnegie Magazine: http://www.carnegiemuseums.org/cmag/bk_issue/2003/mayjun/feat1.htm

Clips & Samples (View All 42)

 Winter in Maryland's Appalachia - or Reality Skiing, Just Say Go

 Paris of Eastern Europe, Just Say Go

 Gulf Shores, Floribama with the Kids, Family Travel Files

 Anna Maria Island, A Sea Turtle Summer, Family Travel Files

 A Florida Secret, Real Travel Adventures