This interview is part of a collaboration with Penguin Random House to celebrate Latine and Hispanic Heritage Month. We sat down with award-winning writer, Cleyvis Natera, author of Neruda on the Park, a novel that explores the impact of gentrification in a predominantly Dominican part of New York City.

Los Angeles often gets lost in its identity as Tinseltown, La-La Land, home to the rich and famous. Beyond the glitz and glam of the city, however, lies evidence of its history and presence as a diverse and cultural hub.

Field Notes are firsthand travel recommendations for and by our ECT Clubhouse members. This week, Ashley Galvin, owner of Homestead Modern, shares her highlights in Joshua Tree.

Home of hip-hop, ‘Hollywood’, and a rich history, it’s not hard to see why some refer to it as the capital of the South. Whether you’re here for the history or just here for the vibes, you’ll find something suited to you in Atlanta.

With so much to offer, it can seem overwhelming on a first visit. That’s why we’ve worked with local residents and friends of ECT, The Tiny Tassel owner, Mimi Striplin, Chez Nous chef, Jill Mathias, and Basic Projects founders, Ben and Kate Towill, to curate a list of local favorites for eating, drinking, shopping and sightseeing your way through the city.

Field Notes is a members-only series of firsthand travel recommendations by ECT Clubhouse members. Here’s a taste of Briana M’s Field Notes on Minneapolis.

We're sure you've heard this said about plenty of cities, but we’re not exaggerating when we say there isn’t any other place out there like New Orleans. With rich history and tradition, lauded Southern hospitality, delicious food, and an exciting nightlife, New Orleans is one of those rare cities that truly has something for everyone.

When non-New Yorkers think of New York City, there’s a chance they envision Times Square, Central Park, the Empire State Building, or the Statue of Liberty. The reality is New York City is so much more than the grandiose grit and glamour of Manhattan.

Kene is the co-founder of Elis, a venture-backed startup that helps companies understand their customers better using Artificial Intelligence. Before starting Elis, she spent over a decade working at the intersection of entertainment and tech as a Product Executive at YouTube, Spotify and Netflix.

Field Notes is a members only series of firsthand travel recommendations by ECT Clubhouse members. Here’s a taste of The Berkshires recommendations shared by “the coolest Airbnb in Massachusetts,” The Filomena.

Alya Mooro is an Egyptian-born, London-raised writer and author of the bestselling non-fiction book The Greater Freedom: Life as a Middle Eastern Woman Outside the Stereotypes. She is the founder of The Greater Conversation newsletter and community, and host and producer of the Talk of Shame podcast.