In this episode, Michael Anstendig and I of Hanna Lee Communications chat with Sean Flynn, Deputy Digital Editor, Departures Magazine. Sean is a seasoned multimedia journalist and photographer with 15 years of experience covering travel, food, spirits and culture.
Over the years, Sean’s work has appeared in publications that include Travel + Leisure, Food & Wine, The New York Times, AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler and many more.
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Tune in to hear this well-traveled expert share his thoughts on:
- What sets Departures apart from other travel outlets. 
- How digital journalism differs from print journalism, with audio and video coming into play. 
- How Departures pivoted during the pandemic to expand its coverage of wine, spirits and food, as well as home and décor. 
- Why he is interested in hearing personal accounts of transformation within the hospitality industry or insights learned that can be implemented long-term. 
- Why aspiring travel photographers should post their work to Instagram and tag Departures to get on their radar. 
Connect with Sean on IG at @travelingnewyorker.
Connect with hosts Hanna Lee (@hannaleeny), Michael Anstendig (@michaelanstendig) and our agency (@hannaleepr) on IG.
