Washington, D.C./Northern Virginia area
Ruth has covered the meetings and conventions sector of the travel and hospitality industry for over 20 years. As Meetings Focus' contributing editor, she profiles destinations and reports on industry trends.
In other media realms, she writes about the pleasures of worldwide travel, and advises her readers about such pressing matters as why they should consider a small rather than a megaship cruise in Alaska; what happens when they sign up for a resort spa hot rocks massage; and who really is in charge when they buy a Montana dog sledding adventure.
Favorite book: Non-fiction: biographies and historical accounts
Favorite food: Lebanese/Mediterranean cuisine
Favorite TV show: The Good Wife
Favorite movie: Runs the gamut from Masterpiece Theatre period productions and intricate plots like Firewall, to Forrest Gump and Driving Miss Daisy!
Most unique place you’ve been: Chile
Favorite aspect of the meetings/travel industry: Experiencing creative and original events in 'wow' venues
Pet peeve: Unprofessional and unethical behaviors.
What’s your favorite local/regional place to take a visitor to your area? National Mall, Washington, D.C.
