Theresa Russell thrives on the thrill of travel and the excitement of visiting new destinations and experiencing the local culture whether she is in Anchorage or Zihuatanejo. Cruising has a special place in Theresa's heart, but she is no stranger to other types of travel including hiking and cycling. She has hiked and cycled in several countries and includes hiking the Inca Trail and cycling across the North American continent as some of her most memorable trips. Theresa is editor of EssentialCruising.com and is a member of SATW, ASJA, MTJA, and NATJA.