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Elena Vargas

Elena Vargas

Senior Culture Editor

Elena Vargas is a culture and travel writer based in Lisbon. Her work explores the intersection of place, memory, and identity across Southern Europe and Latin America. She has contributed to The Atlantic, Monocle, and Cereal Magazine.

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Articles by Elena Vargas(4)

The Quiet Revolution of Slow Cities
culture8 min read

The Quiet Revolution of Slow Cities

How a movement born in Italy is redefining what it means to live well

Elena Vargas·May 25, 2026
48 Hours in the Cyclades: An Island Guide for the Unhurried
travel9 min read

48 Hours in the Cyclades: An Island Guide for the Unhurried

Beyond Santorini: discovering Greece's quieter, more authentic island life

Elena Vargas·May 18, 2026
Bali Beyond the Beach: Exploring the Island's Rice Terrace Heartland
travel8 min read

Bali Beyond the Beach: Exploring the Island's Rice Terrace Heartland

A journey into the verdant interior where ancient farming traditions shape modern life

Elena Vargas·May 10, 2026
A Love Letter to Neighborhood Bookshops
culture5 min read

A Love Letter to Neighborhood Bookshops

In an age of algorithms, the curated shelf remains an act of radical generosity

Elena Vargas·May 2, 2026