About the Author: Shauna Farnell

Based in Colorado, Shauna Farnell has lived in New York City and Europe and started her career as a newspaper staff writer. A former Web producer and magazine editor, she has been freelancing since 2008. Coverage has included the Winter Olympics (Torino 2006 and Vancouver 2010), the USA Pro Challenge and Colorado Classic cycling races, Coachella Music Festival, the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup, Winter X Games, destinations, events and lifestyles all over the world. She specializes in travel, adventure, sports, lifestyle, music, outdoors, art and human interest.