Mic (May '17)
I explore both the tangible and intangible reasons why Iceland has become a must on practically every traveler's bucket list, and how to beat the crowds to have a deeply personal experience while you're there.
Roaming Wyoming →
Out (May '17)
Inspiration for a DIY road trip through Wyoming--one of America's most scenic and most oft-overlooked states.
Nashville to Asheville →
Out (May '17)
String together these must-sees on the journey from two big blue dots in the red states.
Thailand's Trademark Hospitality →
Out (Apr '17)
Don't disregard Thailand when it comes to Southeast Asian holidays--there's still no better destination that pairs exotic beaches with an enduring sense of place.
Maui's is Still the Classic Honeymoon →
Out (Apr '17)
Modern Maui retains its reputation as the classic honeymoon destination by swapping tiki tackiness with real-deal island spirit, great eats and incredible beaches.
Tired of Paleo? Try 'Moon Eating' →
Bloomberg (Apr '17)
Who knew that Hawaii--often thought of as a plastic tiki vacation destination--holds the secrets to some of the most important eating habits on the globe.
That Time I was a Flight Attendant →
Bloomberg (Apr '17)
Norwegian invited me onboard to serve as a flight attendant for one of their long-hauls from London to New York. Here's everything I learned about what goes on behind that velvet curtain.
Inside Obama's Island Hideaway →
The Daily Beast (Mar '17)
An exclusive look at Marlon Brando's island paradise, and the spot that Obama chose to get away from it all and write is anticipated autobiography.
The Sunless City Sees the Light →
The Daily Beast (Mar '17)
Tales from my visit to the northernmost city on the entire planet, Longyearbyen, on March 8th: the day the sun's rays return to the city after four months of darkness during the arctic winter.
The Honeymoon Handbook →
Lonely Planet (Jan '17)
This article features text from The Honeymoon Handbook, a book I co-authored that explains and how to piece together the perfect couple's getaway after you say 'I do'.
Bali is the Perfect New-Year Palate Cleanser →
Out (Dec '16)
With Trump installed in the oval office, there's no better time to escape to mystical Ubud and soak up the earth's positive energy.
Road Trip: One Week in Newfoundland →
Out (Nov '16)
You don't need to go to Iceland for dramatic landscapes--consider a week in Canada's Newfoundland, full of fjords offering views of floating icebergs and breaching whales.
150 Things we Love about Canada →
Out (Nov '16)
From Newfoundland’s remote outport villages to a heaping bowl of poutine, these are the best things Canada has on offer in honor of its sesquicentennial.
The Azores is the Hot New Adventure Destination →
Bloomberg (Nov '16)
Move over Iceland, the Azores--also halfway across the Atlantic between North America and Europe--is the new 'it' destination for adventure seekers.
North of North →
Out Magazine (Nov '16)
The Northwest Territories was once the swath of Canada unclaimed by the emerging colonies. Today, this beautiful expanse offers some of the most unique cultural and wilderness adventures on the planet.
France's Secret American Outpost →
The Daily Beast (Oct '16)
Just off the coast of Canada's Newfoundland, the small archipelago of islands known as St-Pierre & Miquelon has flown the bleu, blanc, rouge flag for over 200 years.
Southeast Portland →
Out (Aug '16)
A deep dive into PDX's coolest quadrant, the Southeast, where top-notch restaurants, bars, and shops all seem to congregate as of late.
The Sweet Magic of Azores →
The Daily Beast (July '16)
An account of my time exploring Portugal's quiet archipelago of islands set adrift in the North Atlantic, complete with scenic hikes, soothing swims, and incredible produce and seafood.
Plan the Perfect Thailand Trip →
BravoTV.com (Jun '16)
After penning a handful of guidebooks to the Land of Smiles, and spending well over two years in the kingdom, I've compiled some of my top tips for creating your very own perfect trip to Thailand.
New Luxury in Mongolia →
Out (May '16)
A new series of tented camps is opening up the rural recesses of Mongolia to the less intrepid traveler, and highlighting the indigenous festivals of the land of Genghis Khan.