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Jennifer DeSimone
Currently based in Austin, Jennifer is the Chief of Community for U30X. She has a passion for creating connections, community, and opportunities for more empathy. In her spare time you can find her on her yoga mat, whipping up something yummy in the kitchen, or reading a good book.
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Jennifer DeSimone
Wellness
Jennifer DeSimone
May 1, 2018
What Living with Hashimoto's Taught Me
Living with symptoms of a mysterious disease can be scary and disheartening, but it doesn't have to be that way.
Wellness
What Living with Hashimoto's Taught Me
Jennifer DeSimone
May 1, 2018
City Guides
Jennifer DeSimone
April 25, 2018
How to Explore Singapore in 24 Hours
Singapore is both a city and a country & happens to be of the best layover stops in Asia. Here are a few tips on how to explore Singapore in 24 hours!
City Guides
How to Explore Singapore in 24 Hours
Jennifer DeSimone
April 25, 2018
Jennifer DeSimone
March 12, 2018
How to Stop Feeling Lonely and Find Community
Find yourself feeling lonely now more than ever before? You're not alone. Here are a few tips to help you find community and STOP feeling lonely.
How to Stop Feeling Lonely and Find Community
Jennifer DeSimone
March 12, 2018
Jennifer DeSimone
December 19, 2017
Experiences of the Year
We asked the U30X Community to share their best experiences of 2017 & here's what they had to say...
Experiences of the Year
Jennifer DeSimone
December 19, 2017
Jennifer DeSimone
December 11, 2017
Best Books of 2017
The only "Best Books of 2017" list you need!
Best Books of 2017
Jennifer DeSimone
December 11, 2017
Jennifer DeSimone
November 21, 2017
It Always Comes Back to Connection
Gratitude - it almost always comes back to connection. This year, we are beyond grateful for the connections we've made with all of you.
It Always Comes Back to Connection
Jennifer DeSimone
November 21, 2017
Jennifer DeSimone
October 31, 2017
You, We, All: Curating Community with Under30Experiences
Learn how U30X curates a vibrant community of travelers. Discover the value of connection, shared experiences, and building friendships worldwide.
You, We, All: Curating Community with Under30Experiences
Jennifer DeSimone
October 31, 2017
Jennifer DeSimone
August 16, 2017
Why Community Is More Important Than Ever Before
During times of division, we need unity - and few things are more powerful than travel to connect and bring us together.
Why Community Is More Important Than Ever Before
Jennifer DeSimone
August 16, 2017
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
August 10, 2017
Why Cartagena Should Be at the Top of Your Travel Bucket List
Your bucket list should definitely include Cartagena - here's why.
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Why Cartagena Should Be at the Top of Your Travel Bucket List
Jennifer DeSimone
August 10, 2017
Jennifer DeSimone
August 10, 2017
How My Biggest Regret of My 20s Became the Greatest Adventure of my 30s
Instead of dwelling in my biggest regret, I transformed the experience into my greatest adventure. Here's how...
How My Biggest Regret of My 20s Became the Greatest Adventure of my 30s
Jennifer DeSimone
August 10, 2017
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Jennifer DeSimone
July 19, 2017
Get Paid to Travel the World with Under30Experiences
Under30Experiences is growing and we are looking to hire awesome people to join our team.
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Get Paid to Travel the World with Under30Experiences
Jennifer DeSimone
July 19, 2017
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Jennifer DeSimone
June 16, 2017
Experience the Best of Thailand
We're going to Thailand and here's why you should come...
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Experience the Best of Thailand
Jennifer DeSimone
June 16, 2017
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
May 9, 2017
Why I Stopped Counting Countries and Started Collecting Experiences
U30X Chief Community Manager talks about why experiences and connection are more important than the number of stamps in her passport. Learn more!
Travel
Why I Stopped Counting Countries and Started Collecting Experiences
Jennifer DeSimone
May 9, 2017
Wellness
Jennifer DeSimone
April 21, 2017
Be Well and Travel the World: April Alumni Roundup
Wellness, health, & travel - read on to see how these alums are blending wellness and travel to inspire others.
Wellness
Be Well and Travel the World: April Alumni Roundup
Jennifer DeSimone
April 21, 2017
Wellness
Jennifer DeSimone
March 28, 2017
The Easiest Wellness Hacks for Traveling
Wellness and travel can sometimes be at odds with each other. This guide provides you with the best way to stay on track with your wellness no matter where you go.
Wellness
The Easiest Wellness Hacks for Traveling
Jennifer DeSimone
March 28, 2017
Jennifer DeSimone
March 13, 2017
How One Travel Experience Can Transform Your Entire Life: March Alumni Spotlight
"All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware."
How One Travel Experience Can Transform Your Entire Life: March Alumni Spotlight
Jennifer DeSimone
March 13, 2017
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
March 7, 2017
Choose Yourself Today: New Yoga & Life Coaching Retreat in Bali
Join us in Bali for a 7 day yoga & life coaching retreat - register by Friday to save $200!
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Choose Yourself Today: New Yoga & Life Coaching Retreat in Bali
Jennifer DeSimone
March 7, 2017
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
March 2, 2017
Why Nicaragua Needs To Be at the Top of Your 2017 Travel Plans
Nicaragua was named one of the top travel destinations by Travel & Leisure. Discover why Nicaragua needs to be at the top of your travel plans!
Travel
Why Nicaragua Needs To Be at the Top of Your 2017 Travel Plans
Jennifer DeSimone
March 2, 2017
Jennifer DeSimone
February 20, 2017
Live a Creative Life: U30X February Alumni Roundup
When was the last time you created something? Meet five creatives using travel as their muse.
Live a Creative Life: U30X February Alumni Roundup
Jennifer DeSimone
February 20, 2017
Jennifer DeSimone
February 10, 2017
What Community Means to Me
Community is the heart of Under30Experiences. Our Chief Community Manager explains why this community is so important to her.
What Community Means to Me
Jennifer DeSimone
February 10, 2017
Jennifer DeSimone
January 9, 2017
Intersection of Work, Impact, and Passion: January Alumni Profiles
This month's U30X Alumni spotlight highlights how work, impact, and passion can come together.
Intersection of Work, Impact, and Passion: January Alumni Profiles
Jennifer DeSimone
January 9, 2017
Inspiration
Jennifer DeSimone
December 21, 2016
Make 2017 Your Best Year Yet: How to Create a Vision Board
With 2017 just a few short days away, its time to envision what you want in 2017. And the best way to visualize what you want to achieve is to make a vision board...
Inspiration
Make 2017 Your Best Year Yet: How to Create a Vision Board
Jennifer DeSimone
December 21, 2016
City Guides
Jennifer DeSimone
December 5, 2016
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Iceland
Iceland has so much to offer. Here is your guide to exploring this beautiful country.
City Guides
The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Iceland
Jennifer DeSimone
December 5, 2016
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
December 5, 2016
Why You Should Travel to Nicaragua Right Now
U30X Staffer Jennifer DeSimone returns to Nicaragua for the 7th time and writes about falling in love with it all over again. Read more about her experience!
Travel
Why You Should Travel to Nicaragua Right Now
Jennifer DeSimone
December 5, 2016
Jennifer DeSimone
November 22, 2016
U30X Community 2016 Year in Review: Reflecting on Moments of Change and Transformation
As we say goodbye to 2016, members of the U30X community reflect back on their personal moments of transformational change.
U30X Community 2016 Year in Review: Reflecting on Moments of Change and Transformation
Jennifer DeSimone
November 22, 2016
Jennifer DeSimone
November 22, 2016
Under30Experiences Holiday Meet-ups: Spreading the Gift of Friendship
Join us at one of our 13 holiday day themed meet-ups across the US during the month of Decemeber.
Under30Experiences Holiday Meet-ups: Spreading the Gift of Friendship
Jennifer DeSimone
November 22, 2016
Jennifer DeSimone
November 19, 2016
December Alumni Spotlight: Five Under30Experiences Alumni Living A Bold Life
Our December round-up features alumni who traveled, returned home, and redefined what it means to live boldly. Discover their inspiring stories now!
December Alumni Spotlight: Five Under30Experiences Alumni Living A Bold Life
Jennifer DeSimone
November 19, 2016
Jennifer DeSimone
November 19, 2016
20 Books That Made a Profound Impact in 2016
With so many books available, sorting through them can be tough. We’ve done the work for you. After polling hundreds for their favorites, the results are in…
20 Books That Made a Profound Impact in 2016
Jennifer DeSimone
November 19, 2016
Jennifer DeSimone
November 7, 2016
November Alumni Spotlight: Five Under30Experiences Alumni Who Will Inspire You
Under30Experiences has a community of Dreamers and Doers. Here are 5 of them you need to get to know better...
November Alumni Spotlight: Five Under30Experiences Alumni Who Will Inspire You
Jennifer DeSimone
November 7, 2016
Jennifer DeSimone
November 3, 2016
The Under30Experiences Community Revamp
You spoke, we listened. Exciting community updates below!
The Under30Experiences Community Revamp
Jennifer DeSimone
November 3, 2016
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
October 18, 2016
Why I Loved Traveling Slowly through Iceland this Fall
U30X Staffer Jennifer DeSimone reflects on her 30+ days in Iceland and why she fell in love with "Slow Travel" as she explored a month in Iceland...
Travel
Why I Loved Traveling Slowly through Iceland this Fall
Jennifer DeSimone
October 18, 2016
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
September 16, 2016
The 5 Things I Learned by Spending My Summer in Bali
I spent the Summer in Bali leading small groups of awesome people around this beautiful country. Bali has so much to give and there were so many things I learned, but here are my top 5 lessons...
Travel
The 5 Things I Learned by Spending My Summer in Bali
Jennifer DeSimone
September 16, 2016
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
September 15, 2016
The Best Reason to Travel That No One Talks About
U30X staffer Jennifer DeSimone recently spent 3 months backpacking Southeast Asia. She reflects on the single best part of her trip...
Travel
The Best Reason to Travel That No One Talks About
Jennifer DeSimone
September 15, 2016
Inspiration
Jennifer DeSimone
August 23, 2016
Ten Films to Inspire Your Next Wanderlust Adventure
U30X staffer Jennifer DeSimone loves films and the places they can take you. But what if movies actually inspired you to go somewhere?
Inspiration
Ten Films to Inspire Your Next Wanderlust Adventure
Jennifer DeSimone
August 23, 2016
Inspiration
Jennifer DeSimone
August 19, 2016
Overcoming One's Fears: The Top 5 Fears We Hear From Our First Time Travelers
U30X gets a ton of questions from travelers before they leave on their trip, many asking us to help them overcoming fears before they board their flight.
Inspiration
Overcoming One's Fears: The Top 5 Fears We Hear From Our First Time Travelers
Jennifer DeSimone
August 19, 2016
Inspiration
Jennifer DeSimone
August 13, 2016
5 Lessons I've Learned by Forging My Own Path
Life doesn't always go as planned but that doesn't mean you can't forge your own path and figure it out on the go...
Inspiration
5 Lessons I've Learned by Forging My Own Path
Jennifer DeSimone
August 13, 2016
Sustainability
Jennifer DeSimone
August 11, 2016
Best Ethical Locations to Visit Elephants
Most places to visit elephants are inhumane but here are the top four locations you can ethically experience elephants in their natural habitat.
Sustainability
Best Ethical Locations to Visit Elephants
Jennifer DeSimone
August 11, 2016
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
August 2, 2016
Five Books to Satisfy Your Wanderlust Addiction Before Summer Ends
U30X Staffer Jennifer DeSimone shares five of her favorite travel fiction guaranteed to satisify your wanderlust addiction
Travel
Five Books to Satisfy Your Wanderlust Addiction Before Summer Ends
Jennifer DeSimone
August 2, 2016
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
July 20, 2016
How Travel Connects and Binds Us Together
There is more to travel than just visiting new places. Seeing different cultures and meeting different people has the power to connect and bind us together more than almost any other thing in life...
Travel
How Travel Connects and Binds Us Together
Jennifer DeSimone
July 20, 2016
Travel
Jennifer DeSimone
July 10, 2016
Bali: Mindfulness on the Island of the Gods
Bali is known as the Island of the Gods but I really had no idea what that meant until I arrived. Now, I get it. Here is how Bali made me more mindful as a human being...
Travel
Bali: Mindfulness on the Island of the Gods
Jennifer DeSimone
July 10, 2016
Inspiration
Jennifer DeSimone
June 27, 2016
5 Ways to Find Your Mantra
How do you find a mantra? We will show you and you can use it to empower your life.
Inspiration
5 Ways to Find Your Mantra
Jennifer DeSimone
June 27, 2016
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