Praise

“As a freelance writer, Remy’s the consummate pro — quick and reliable, with terrific ideas, excellent execution and — so important to editors — respect for deadlines! He’s definitely in our stable of regular contributors, and I love working with him. Takes great photos, too!”

Zofia Smardz, Travel Editor at The Washington Post

“Remy Scalza has written several freelance news stories for Wine Spectator and WineSpectator.com. As his editor, I found him a talented writer with solid reporting skills and insightful analysis. He also went above and beyond on his last story . . . . It enhanced the resulting story greatly. I’d recommend him to other publications.”

Mitch Frank, Editor at Wine Spectator

“In my capacity as Travel Editor, I always need freelance stories that have a solid angle that hasn’t been done a thousand times before. Remy came up with a new angle on Rio (and the region), produced a good story to back up his premise and provided excellent photos to go with it. He provided the package in a timely manner and met all expected deadlines. I would work with him again.”

Spud Hilton, Travel Editor for the San Francisco Chronicle

“Remy is a versatile A-list freelancer who not only can nail any story but also deliver excellent photos at the same time. He’s an engaging storyteller, and a pleasure to work with.”

Dan Rubinstein, Managing editor, Canadian Geographic Magazine

“Remy has consistently exceeded expectations in the assignments we’ve given him over the past six months. He is a diligent researcher and reporter who also has an elegant way with words, which is a rare combination. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire him again and heartily recommend his services as a writer.”

Matt O’Grady, Editor-in-chief, BCBusiness Magazine

“Remy wrote an evocative story about Argentine steakhouses for the January ’09 issue of Delta SKY that had me salivating. From Day One, Remy could not have been kinder and more flexible regarding deadlines, fees, etc.”

Nancy Oakley, Former Senior Editor at Delta Sky Magazine

2010 North American Travel Journalists Association Awards
Judged by NATJA, travel media’s premiere professional association

Gold-Landscape Photo: Brazil’s Backyard Jungle- San Francisco Chronicle
Bronze-Cruise Story: Afraid to Commit? Try Microcruising-Washington Post
Bronze-Culinary Travel Story: Chill before Serving-Washington Post

2010 Northern Lights Awards Canada
Judged by the Missouri School of Journalism

1st Place-Independent Newspaper Journalist:
Chill before Serving – Washington Post
“We’re there, with him, the temperatures falling, the sweetness of wine lingering on our tongues.” Prof. John Fennel, University of Missouri

2010 Travel Media Association of Canada Awards
Judged by Ryerson University of Toronto and professional journalists