Edna Zhou

Edna Zhou is an American writer, photographer, and veteran travel blogger. For over fifteen years, her platform, Expat Edna, has documented life as a global expatriate, exploring how travel integrates with professional development. Since age eighteen, Zhou has lived in numerous international cities, including Paris, Singapore, various locations in China, Italy, New Zealand, and most recently, Bangkok. Domestically, she has also lived in Denver, San Francisco, and Chicago. Her content provides an authentic, insider's perspective on the places she visits, moving beyond conventional tourist narratives to explore the realities of expat life and demonstrate how a fulfilling career can coexist with continuous travel. Beyond her blog, Zhou has an extensive professional background in international sports media, which includes covering major events such as the London and Sochi Olympics and a FIFA U-17 World Cup. Her writing has appeared in publications such as Food52 and AFAR. Additionally, she has contributed to online media, technology, and corporate communications for companies such as Ford. She is also the author of "Token (China)".