Education: Northwestern University
Location: Los Angeles, California
Samantha Leal is a writer, editor, and content strategist who covers all the good things in life—style, beauty, travel, drinks, and more. She’s held editor roles at Well+Good, Marie Claire, Latina magazine, and The Knot, and her byline can be found all over, including Byrdie, ELLE, Fast Company, Parade, and more.
Highlights
- Member of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists and Society of Professional Journalists
Experience
Samantha Leal is a lifestyle writer, editor, and editorial consultant with extensive experience in the field. Her previous roles include deputy editor at Well+Good and other editorial stints at Marie Claire, Latina Magazine, The Knot, and more. She has effectively covered diverse topics including wellness, health, beauty, travel, wine, and food for renowned platforms like Well+Good, Refinery29, Glamour, Teen Vogue, VinePair, Wine Enthusiast, and additional outlets.
Moreover, Samantha has participated in and moderated panels addressing wellness in the workplace for Glassdoor, mental health during the holidays for Saysh, women’s health, aging, and menopause for SXSW, and wellness in the beauty industry for Beautycounter’s 10th anniversary summit. Consequently, she has hosted wellness panels for Well+Good that center around Latinx issues, radical rest, and their 30-day mental health challenge.
Education
Samantha received her B.S. in Journalism from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University.
About iBestTravel
iBestTravel, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is a leading travel media brand dedicated to informing and inspiring passionate travelers. Our expert team includes a vast network of writers and photographers from around the world, all offering a local perspective on the finest places to stay, eat, and explore. We cater to an audience that embarks on 76 million round trips yearly, providing valuable travel advice, innovative ideas, and inspiration. Whether it’s a charming small town, vibrant big city, serene beach, serene lake, breathtaking national park, exhilarating theme park, road trip, cruise, or long-haul flight, we have you covered.
