Supporting Valencia through tourism after the floods

When floods hit Valencia in October 2024, the city became a byword for tragedy and devastation. Months later, the city’s tourism industry was still suffering at a time when it had finally been stepping into the spotlight as a desirable destination. As a freelance travel journalist, I pitched and crafted a Valencia travel guide for The Times. I interviewed businesses affected by the Dana and showcasing how money spent in the city helped support this interconnected community. It was an uplifting piece about the positive power of tourism.

Read about post-flood recovery here