Our Story

The Adventurist® began with a simple idea: explore cities around the world, distilling their essence into guides that are as practical as they are entertaining. We believe in diving headfirst into the chaos and charm of urban life, from bustling markets to hidden alleyways. We also revel in trips to the rural and less-explored corners, finding local experts who can take our readers along for the adventure.

Our team consists of seasoned travelers, each with a knack for uncovering the unexpected. We're not here to tell you where to find the best pizza (though we might). We're here to share stories that capture the soul of a place, whether it’s a midnight jazz bar in New Orleans or a sunrise over the rooftops of Lisbon.

At The Adventurist®, we blend first-hand experiences with a dash of wit, serving up city guides that are as insightful as they are enjoyable. We know that the best way to experience a city is to walk its streets, taste its food, and get a little lost along the way. So, pack your curiosity and join us as we roam the globe, one city at a time.

We do this with one simple ideal: Never Stop Adventuring.®


Our Contributors


Eric Barton The Adventurist

Eric Barton is editor of The Adventurist and a freelance journalist who splits his time between Asheville and Miami. He’s on a constant hunt for the best pizza, best places to bike, and for his next new favorite destination. Email him here.


Mei Chen has worked for nearly a dozen start-ups in as many years, taking her to several California cities, from the Bay area to San Francisco. She can tell you the best Baja tacos just about anywhere. While she’s sure her current day job is permanent, she also has her eye on Carmel.

Mei Chen The Adventurist

With family spread across the Midwest and a job that has her in airports regularly, Jamie Dutton finds herself across the center of this fine country regularly. She’s partial to BPTs and a Bell's Lager in a very cold glass.

Kelly McMurtry The Adventurist

Brady Jonas covers celebrities and their adventures for The Adventurist. He’s currently obsessed, well, actually, there are a lot of celebrities he’s obsessed with at the moment. Find many of his obsessions here.

Brady Jonas The Adventurist

Rebecca Thompson has held many jobs over the years, from daily newspaper writer to middle-school math teacher to mom of a troublemaking tomboy. She’s searched her home state of Texas for the best brisket and tacos and will gladly spend days debating the merits of combining the two.

Kelly McMurtry The Adventurist

With a day job that requires constant travel, Maria Rodriguez is likely a frequenter of a restaurant near you, wherever you are. She has a knack for finding the best pastry in a new city, a talent that makes her popular among her coworkers.

Maria Rodriguez The Adventurist