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Jill Starley-Grainger

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About Jill
Half-American, half-British and now living mostly in France, I’m a print, online and broadcast journalist, and a content marketer with more than a decade of experience. I work with some of the biggest names in the business, from quality newspapers and TV networks to some of the world’s largest brands. 

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

I’m not sure how I landed such coveted jobs in travel - editor of Which? Travel, commissioning editor of The Sunday Times Travel Magazine, travel journalist, presenter and content editor for many more major publications and websites. But over the years, I’ve picked up all sorts of travel tips and tricks. Whether you want to know how to do the real Big Apple or a thrilling Big Five safari on a shoestring, or need advice about currency, flight rights or insurance, I can help.

Beyond travel, I find the fin-tech industry fascinating for its potential to make lives better by creating new ways of managing money. I’ve interviewed the first woman to start a British national bank, previewed app-based financial products before they hit the market, and know which is the best plastic to use on your travels.

I also write about ethical and political issues, from energy-efficiency to women’s rights. And I’m a judge for the International Hotel & Property Awards.
Languages
English
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Interview (Video / Broadcast) News Gathering Feature Stories
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Portfolio

Grenoble’s Y.Spot: Collaborating on the future of 3D printing

23 Apr 2024  |  garage.hp.com
Grenoble, known for its technological prowess since the 18th century, continues its legacy with the Y.Spot innovation center, a collaborative hub for 3D printing solutions. HP, having established a Grenoble office over 50 years ago, partners with the French government's CEA to develop industrial applications of 3D printing. Y.Spot, featuring HP's 3D printing technologies, fosters cross-industry collaboration among its 12 member corporations, including Arkema, BASF, ERPRO, L’Oréal, Renault, Sculpeo, and Siemens. The hub has produced prototypes for various sectors, with L’Oréal and Renault exploring 3D-printed cosmetics packaging and car dashboards. Ottobock, a German orthopedic company, has also benefited from the hub's resources, creating more comfortable prosthetic sockets. The partnership aims to drive innovation, reduce energy and material consumption, and accelerate the market introduction of new products.

48 hours in . . . Cadiz, an insider guide to Spain's most underrated city

11 Feb 2021  |  www.thetimes.co.uk
The article is a travel guide to Cadiz, Spain, likening it to Liverpool for its port city vibe, distinct culture, and love of music. It highlights the city's Carnival, a 10-day event with a parade and festivities. The guide suggests a weekend itinerary starting with a Friday evening arrival, exploring local bars and eateries such as Bar Manteca and La Isleta de la Viña. Saturday includes visiting the Torre Tavira watchtower, Mercado Central, Cadiz Cathedral, and the Teatro Romano de Cadiz. Dining options like El Faro de Cadiz are recommended. Sunday focuses on sweet treats at La Lectora Cafe Literario, beach time at Playa de la Victoria or La Caleta, and shopping at local stores like Paqui Barroso and Maspapeles. Accommodation options include the Parador de Cadiz and Apartamentos Maier, with travel via Ryanair to Jerez airport. The writer's trip was sponsored by Kirker Holidays.

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Appearance on BBC's Rip-off Britain 2021

My lightbulb moment: Crisp maker Heather Daniell

29 Mar 2020  |  Mail Online
Heather Daniell, founder of Salad Crisps, shares her journey from being an energy consultant with a PhD in organic chemistry to creating a healthy snack brand. Her inspiration came from seeking better food options for her horse, Ben, and realizing the unhealthy sugar and starch content in both pet and human snacks. After extensive research, she developed a unique process to create crisps from dehydrated salads, retaining all nutrients and keeping calorie count low. Despite the challenges posed by the coronavirus crisis, her company has seen a surge in online sales and won the 2019 Innovative Snacks Challenge. Daniell is also preparing to launch a new product line, 'Puddings as Crisps'.

How to get the best exchange rate on every trip

04 Oct 2018  |  inews.co.uk
The article discusses the impact of Brexit and US interest rates on the British pound's value, particularly in the context of travel finance. It highlights the pound's recent drop and the difficulty in predicting currency fluctuations. The piece advises travelers on how to get the best exchange rates, recommending fee-free credit or debit cards and avoiding standard bank cards due to high fees. It reviews several travel-friendly banking options, including Starling Bank and Monzo for debit cards, and the Creation Everyday Mastercard, Halifax Clarity, Santander Zero, Barclaycard Travel Platinum, and Tandem Credit Card for credit cards. The article also advises against exchanging currency at airport desks without pre-booking and suggests using comparison sites. It concludes with a tip to always pay in local currency rather than sterling to avoid poor exchange rates.

DVLA's Gender Bias in Driving Licence Titles

02 May 2017  |  www.theguardian.com
The article discusses the DVLA's practice of processing men's and women's driving licences differently, highlighting that women's titles are automatically included while men's are not unless they are honorifics. This issue was first raised by Zoe O’Connell, now a Lib Dem councillor, in 2010 and again in 2017 by Emma James. The practice potentially violates the Equalities Act 2010 by emphasizing women's marital status. The DVLA has not provided a reason for this difference and maintains that individuals can request to have no title on their licence. The Department for Transport, which oversees the DVLA, has also not commented on the matter.
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