Mary has been a print and broadcast journalist in the UK  for 14 years and has won many awards for her work, including North East Print Journalist of the Year.

She's passionate about travel. On her most recent trip she spent 12 months driving independently through 22 African countries.

Her work is seen in publications as varied as Conde Nast Bride, Canada's Globe & Mail, North East Exclusive Magazine (UK) and Land Rover Owner International.