About the Expert

About the Expert

Lillian Castro

Lillian Castro

Senior Editor

Lillian Guevara-Castro edits news content across all verticals at Digital Brands, applying her 30 years of experience as a writer and editor to take DatingAdvice articles to the next level. She has worked at The Atlanta Journal and Constitution, Gwinnett Daily News (GA), Gainesville Sun (FL), and The New York Times, where she covered lifestyle trends, among other topics. Lillian has a degree in journalism and communications from Georgia State University and brings her fact-checking expertise to ensure all content is accurate and engaging.

The Short Version: Polyamorous daters often feel limited by general dating sites where monogamy is the norm and singles are less willing to explore... Read More »

The Short Version: When cougars are hunting for dates in the wild, they aren't always successful. It's hard to meet potential dates in the real world, and... Read More »

The Short Version: Imagine having hundreds of people ready to talk with you at any time, about anything — from everyday matters to deeper relationship... Read More »

Trying to decode mixed signals can be one of the most frustrating parts of dating. You think you know how he or she feels, but you could actually be all... Read More »

The Short Version: If you're looking for a specific type of date, you may have a tough time finding "The One" on a general dating site. You have to browse... Read More »

Sober dating sites are perfect for singles who prefer not to meet at a bar or feel the pressure to "have a cold one" on any day of the week. Remember when... Read More »

The Short Version: The Tenement Museum, located on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, tells the stories of immigrants searching for the American Dream between... Read More »

The Short Version: Since 1917, the Golden Gate Audubon Society (GGAS) has been working tirelessly to protect native bird populations and help people... Read More »

OurTime has been around for decades, and it's constantly evolving to better meet the needs of single seniors. While this is one of the best aspects of the... Read More »

The Short Version: New Orleans is a popular vacation destination in the South. People often go there for the jazzy music, the spicy seafood, and the lively... Read More »

The Short Version: We all need to get away every now and then, but sometimes trying to plan a trip can add more stress to your life. If you've never been... Read More »

One of my best friend's moms is the shortest person I know. She seems pretty content with her height, but I can imagine that it's frustrating sometimes.... Read More »

More than eight in 10 people identify with a religious group, according to the Pew Research Center’s Forum on Religion & Public Life. An article in... Read More »

The Short Version: Some travel destinations are known for the outdoors, food, and drink scene. Others are known for their arts and culture. But few cities... Read More »

The Short Version: When Danielle Tate got married in her 20s, she couldn't believe how difficult and confusing the name-change process was. She thought... Read More »

The Short Version: With spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay and a one-of-a-kind culture, Berkeley, California allows couples to inject a little... Read More »

The Short Version: Perhaps you and that special someone have been dreaming of spending more time on the open water, but buying a boat is a big investment... Read More »

The Short Version: Located in the heart of the French Quarter, the Napoleon House Restaurant and Bar mixes the rich history of New Orleans with an amazing... Read More »

The Short Version: In 2008, Lenore Skenazy dropped her 9-year-old son off at Bloomingdale's in New York City with a map and some money, and she trusted him... Read More »

Back when I was in college, I really had to watch my budget. I took extreme measures to save money and avoid taking on a part-time job. Sometimes that... Read More »