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Anne Banas

Anne Banas
Smarter Travel

About the Author

Anne Banas, Executive Editor of SmarterTravel.com
Anne Banas is the Executive Editor of SmarterTravel.com, the largest online travel resource for unbiased travel news, deals, and timely expert advice. Anne has been covering travel for nearly ten years, providing insight around how travelers can save money and uncover fantastic deals. Through her column, Escapes Under $500, and her countless "how-to" articles, destination guides, travel tips and deal reviews she always has the budget conscientious consumer in mind. As the SmarterTravel.com spokesperson, Anne is a sought after consumer travel expert and has appeared on both local and national broadcast programs like the CBS Early Show, FOX Business, Chronicle Boston and more. Anne's commentary has been featured among leading media outlets including The Associated Press, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN.com, Smart Money and more.

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