Annika Hipple
Freelance writer, editor, travel photographer

• http://www.annikahipple.com
• http://crossingtimezones.com

I am a freelance writer, editor, and general lover of words. My work runs the gamut from journalistic articles to copywriting and editing. I work with clients in a wide range of fields, but my passions are anything to do with travel, environmental issues, sustainability, or international and ethnic issues. That can mean writing a travel essay or a destination feature for a newspaper or magazine, but it can just as easily mean writing a brochure, newsletter, or web copy for a travel company or any business that's looking to develop a greener or more international profile. I also love...[more]

I am a freelance writer, editor, and general lover of words. My work runs the gamut from journalistic articles to copywriting and editing. I work with clients in a wide range of fields, but my passions are anything to do with travel, environmental issues, sustainability, or international and ethnic issues. That can mean writing a travel essay or a destination feature for a newspaper or magazine, but it can just as easily mean writing a brochure, newsletter, or web copy for a travel company or any business that's looking to develop a greener or more international profile. I also love working with foundations and other organizations focusing on finding solutions to the world's problems.

Along with my writing, I'm a freelance tour manager, leading several trips a year to countries around the world for museum and alumni travel programs. Recent adventures include riding a camel in Mongolia's Gobi Desert, snorkeling with sea lions in the Galapagos Islands, cruising down the Nile River in Egypt, and braving the winds at South America's southernmost point, Cape Horn.

I recently launched my travel blog, Crossing Time Zones, featuring dispatches, travel news, destination profiles, and practical travel tips. I'm also a travel photographer with a portfolio of images from around the world.

My academic background is in environmental studies, international development, and Latin American studies. On a personal level, I'm half Swedish, half American and equally at home in both countries. Beyond that, I'm an avid salsa dancer, a folk and world music addict, and a passionate explorer of the Northwest outdoors (though I'm not aiming to top out on any major peaks anytime soon). [less]

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  From Mara Applebaum

  Given on Wed Nov 5, 2008.

  Annika was a fantastic host for the writers' brainstorming and support session. I so appreciated her enthusiasm, thoughtful comments and...[more]

  Annika was a fantastic host for the writers' brainstorming and support session. I so appreciated her enthusiasm, thoughtful comments and attention to time to make sure everyone got the floor. Well done, Annika.   [less]
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  From Ann Wendell

  Given on Fri Oct 31, 2008.

  Annika's Brainstorming Events for writers are great. Diverse crowd, brainstorming galore, high level of energy and support...all pulled together into...[more]

  Annika's Brainstorming Events for writers are great. Diverse crowd, brainstorming galore, high level of energy and support...all pulled together into a coherent whole by our Hostess with the Mostess. Basically the perfect Biznik event!   [less]
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  From Valentina Vitols

  Given on Thu Oct 23, 2008.

  Annika is a great writer and a witty, fast editor. Don't miss the opportunity to take one of her workshops...[more]

  Annika is a great writer and a witty, fast editor. Don't miss the opportunity to take one of her workshops. She's also a wonderful help for those who like me, are bilingual.    [less]
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  From Patricia Anderson

  Given on Wed Oct 15, 2008.

  Annika has become a real connector for those of us who wrestle with the written word. She's a Biznik gem!

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