Tom Brosnahan

Tom Brosnahan is an American travel writer, guidebook author, and photographer, recognized for his authoritative insights into global travel. His career began in 1968 with *Frommer's Turkey on $5 a Day*, conceived while he was a Peace Corps English teacher in Turkey. This initial success led to a prolific period, authoring over thirty guidebooks for publishers including Frommer's, Insight, Berlitz, and Lonely Planet. These covered diverse regions, from Belize to Turkey. His works sold over four million copies worldwide and were translated into more than ten languages, reflecting a philosophy of in-depth, immersive research and practical, verifiable information. A pioneer in digital travel resources, Brosnahan founded the Travel Info Exchange™ in 1994, an online service that earned a gold medal in the Society of American Travel Writers' Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Competition. His online presence expanded in 2002 with numerous travel websites, including TurkeyTravelPlanner.com, which served millions of annual visitors until its 2019 sale. His writing has appeared in *The New York Times*, *Travel & Leisure*, and *BBC World*; he has also been featured on television and radio. He also co-founded the Society of American Travel Writers' Institute for Travel Writing and Photography. Beyond his travel work, Brosnahan authored several novels and a humorous travel memoir, *Turkey: Bright Sun, Strong Tea*.