Lavanya Sunkara

Experience

Lavanya Sunkara is a NYC-based writer covering travel with a focus on sustainability and conservation. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Architectural Digest, Cruise Critic, Fodor's Travel, Forbes, and USA Today among many others.

Articles

A ginger cat hisses, showing sharp teeth, in a sunny outdoor setting.

Why Do Cats Hiss?

Your cat meows, chirps, and growls, but have you ever wondered why cats hiss?

Cat snarling, displaying teeth, sits by a window, its reflection visible on the glass.

Why Do Cats Chirp? The Reasons Behind This Cute Sound

We all know that cats purr, hiss, and meow, but have you ever wondered what's behind this bird-like noise?

Airplane flies high releasing contrails in a clear blue sky; below, a yellow car drives on a bridge over dark water.

Which Is Worse for the Environment: Driving or Flying?

Not all trips are created equal—especially when you consider how they can harm the planet.