Alexandra Owens

Cape Town, South Africa

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Alexandra Owens is a freelance travel writer based in Cape Town and New York City. An avid scuba diver and specialist in sub-Saharan Africa, she’s happiest when a story gives her the opportunity to connect with nature and examine what the travel industry can do to build a more sustainable future. Her writing has appeared in National Geographic, Afar, BBC Travel, Virtuoso, Food & Wine, and more.