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Marlee Newman
Marlee Newman

Marlee is a self-proclaimed “lifeaholic.” She loves being outside, meeting new people and anything covered in cheese. During a service trip to Kenya in 2013, she caught the incurable travel bug and has been jumping around the world (literally and figuratively) ever since. Marlee graduated from Virginia Tech, then spent time in Switzerland and East Africa guiding for study abroad programs. She loves  to encourage others to jump outside of their comfort zone and try new things—whether it’s hiking to the top of a mountain, learning a new language or giving that mysterious local street food a try.

Articles Written

Glacier National Park Highline Trail hike
February 22, 2017

7 Breathtaking Hikes in the U.S.

By Marlee Newman

At Backroads we're lucky to admire the world from a wide range of elevations. I've surveyed the Backroads Trip Leader community and reflected on my own hiking memories to pick seven of the most breathtaking hikes in the United States. Each of these trails offers that "pinch me" scenery and an unforgettable challenge. Plan one a year or one a month! But don't go without seeing these iconic vistas.

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Paella Seafood
November 24, 2015

7 Edible Wonders of the World

By Marlee Newman

We're all familiar with the Seven Natural Wonders of the World... but what about the seven EDIBLE wonders? Which world-renowned delicacies are worth 4,000 miles of travel and 2,000 calories? And where did these delicious dishes originate from? This list illuminates some of the best (and surprisingly simple) dishes this planet has to offer.

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