Kim Knox Beckius is a freelance writer, photographer and public relations consultant and a proud New Englander. She is the author of six books including:

• The New England Coast: The Most Spectacular Sights & Destinations (2008)
• The Everything Family Guide to New England (2008)
• Backroads of New England (2004)
• The Everything Outdoor Wedding Book (2005) and
• Backroads of New York (2007).

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A native of New York's Hudson Valley, Kim has always enjoyed exploring neighboring New England. She relocated to Connecticut in 1996. Prior to becoming a full-time freelancer in 2002, she worked as a newspaper correspondent, a history teacher, public programs coordinator at a historic mansion, editor and spokesperson for an upstate New York utility company and senior projects manager for a financial consulting firm.

From her home base in Connecticut, she is frequently called on by the media to discuss New England travel and events. She has appeared on the Fox 61 morning news, WFSB's Better Connecticut, WTNH Channel 8's Good Morning Connecticut Weekend, WPLR FM's Chaz and AJ in the Morning and live via satellite on Retirement Living TV's Daily Cafe. She has been quoted coast-to-coast in publications from the Maine Sunday Telegram to the Fresno Bee.

Kim has also presented on travel and wellness to corporations in the region and served as a step-on guide for groups touring New England.

Kim holds a Master's degree in education from the State University of New York at New Paltz and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in history and public relations from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York. She is a member of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), the nation's leading professional organization for travel writers.

If you've never been to New England, I hope to convince you to visit this glorious part of the world. From my catbird seat in the heart of New England, I'll introduce you to New England places and share tips for making the most of your stay.

• The New England Coast
  Kim Knox Beckius's latest book celebrates the history, culture and beauty of New England's coast.
• The Everything Family Guide to New England
  Order an autographed copy of Kim's comprehensive New England travel guidebook, published in 2008.
• Backroads of New England
  Explore New England's most scenic roads with your autographed copy of Kim's driving tour book.
• Outdoor Wedding Guide
  Kim shares ideas, news, tips and resources for brides and grooms planning outdoor weddings.