In addition to running her tour guide business in the U.S., Jill became a freelance writer for Travel magazine. It was a natural step for her, since she backpacked across Europe and knew how to maximize any trip whether she was on a budget or limited to a number of days. She even knew how to plan especially for cultural events or for different seasons. She had an extensive network of friends across Europe who offered more than enough tips. They gave her insight on the less traveled, but worthwhile places to visit and informed her of the customs and etiquette of the people. She didn’t know how to become a travel writer until she listened to the people native to their own country. Their insight was indispensible in the way that they gave a view of the country in its complete form.