Olga Valchyshen
Editor
Olga Valchyshen is a Ukrainian-born journalist and editor, based in New York. An alumnus of the University of Missouri-Columbia with an MA in Journalism, Olga worked in Ukraine’s leading news publications: Kyiv Post, Korrespondent, Novynar, and Focus Magazine. For over 15 years, she has been covering politics, economics, and culture. Olga developed a passion for travel when she was the chief editor of the Ukrainian edition of National Geographic Magazine. During her work for rove.me, Olga has specialized in covering the United States and Canada.
Olga loves exploring the Hudson Valley, the Catskills, the Berkshires, Upstate New York, and the New England coastal towns. She dreams of visiting continents where she hasn’t been yet—Oceania and Antarctica. Olga also hopes to show her children different regions of their native Ukraine, especially the Crimean Peninsula, where she spent many summers as a kid.
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Chinese New Year in San Antonio
Large floats with lanterns on the River Walk and lots of cultural activities across the city
New Year's Eve
Dance the night away with the vibrant ryhtms of turbo-folk
Stowe Winter Carnival
The annual family event in with ice carving demonstrations and competitions
San Pedro Holiday Boat Parade
One of the best holiday events on Ambergris Caye
Santa Cruz Christmas Lights
Take a ride on a holiday train or a holiday boat in festive Santa Cruz
Denver Winter Brew Fest
An indoor/outdoor beer festival showcases the finest Colorado brews
Napa Valley Restaurant Month
Discover all the culinary delights and secret eateries at the most famous epicurean’s destination in America
Chinese New Year in Tampa
Lion dances, delicious food, and Chinese art in Tampa Bay
Chinese New Year in Manchester
The weekend full of fun, culminating with the colorful Dragon Parade
Chinese New Year in Maui, Hi
Immerse yourself in vibrant street celebrations on Maui
Ironman 70.3
The home of a famous triathlon, Aix-en-Provence, annualy gathers triathletes from all over the world for a big race
Tokamachi Snow Festival
The oldest winter festival in Japan promises tons of fun
Lisbon Christmas Markets
Immerse yourself in Lisbon's festive atmosphere with holiday markets and seasonal attractions
Cornwall Christmas Markets
Seasonal festivities and excellent Cornish food by the Atlantic Ocean
Christmas Lights in Michigan
Millions of lights illuminate the holiday season in Michigan
Napa Valley Film Festival
An outstanding cinema gathering, taking place in Wine Country during the Cabernet season
Orlando Renaissance Festival
A medieval village in the heart of Orlando with plenty of family-friendly fun
Christmas Markets in Poland
The main squares of Polish cities turn magical in the winter
Festival de la Novilla
The agricultural event has become a massive fiesta celebrating country lifestyle
Arizona Lights in the Night
Over a million lights in Mesa, Arizona