Lauren Monitz

Lauren has had one of the most non-linear career paths one can possibly have. She started out working for a buttoned-up biomedical company, hated it, and started throwing darts at the wall, which led her to the travel industry. She was working in marketing for an online tour operator, and they pivoted to become a publisher literally overnight, which introduced her to working with tourism boards and the content/social media world.

About GAFFL

GAFFL's mission is to make travel easier and more affordable for everyone. Our travel blog is expertly curated by experienced writers from all over the world who are constantly adventuring and sharing their knowledge to make it easier for you to do the same. Our website/app helps travelers from over 190 countries in finding a travel buddy. Whether you're backpacking in Asia, road tripping in Australia, or exploring national parks in the United States, you can find a travel buddy on GAFFL, plan trips, split costs, and travel together.