Born in Puerto Rico and raised primarily in South Florida, Liana Lozada is an avid lover of travel and culture. During her time at Florida State University, Liana studied abroad in Valencia, Spain. Traveling to cities and sites throughout the country, she immersed herself in Spain's rich history and European lifestyle. After graduating with a degree in Media and Communication Studies and interning at Cumulus Media, Liana relocated to New York City to embark in a fashion public relations and sales internship. During her stay she worked behind-the-scenes at events like Mercedes Benz Fashion Week and the Coterie Trade Show. After gaining a solid foundation in New York City, Liana traveled back to South Florida and joined the Nikki Beach Global Public Relations and Marketing Team. There she helped coordinate major events, including a pop-up venue at the Toronto International Film Festival and activities for the 2010 Super Bowl. In early 2010, Liana switched gears in order to fulfill a lifelong dream of working in editorial. When she's not writing, Liana loves spending time with her dog, participating in outdoor and water activities, and exploring photography.