Ariel Frager is a mom, a wife, a surfer, a Licensed Professional Counselor, dog lover, bike commuter, artist, home chef, mindfulness teacher, friend, member of the Society of American Travel Writers and a goofball. Ariel wrote travel stories and parenting advice column Ask Ariel for Portland Family Magazine. She is a freelance travel writer and has published pieces in a wide variety of print and online outlets including: Gear Junkie, Bearfoot Theory, Girl Camper, NW Kids Magazine, Little Sous, Outdoorsy, Territory Supply and others. Ariel lives in Portland, Oregon with her family. You can follow Ariel’s adventures on Instagram @ familytravelwriter.