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.
Martinique is the Caribbean's Newest It Girl →
Out (May '16)
Freshly minted flights connecting the American Northeast and the French Caribbean means a whole new world of refined island living.
Get Hitched in Iceland
Condé Nast Brides (Apr '16)
Everything you need to know about planning your bachelorette, wedding and honeymoon in Iceland, and all in different parts of the country like you're having three separate destination experiences.
A Different Kind of Arranged Marriage →
Out (Feb '16)
Padma Iyer made waves throughout India when she took out a personal ad seeing a man on behalf of her gay son.
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99 Reasons we love Britain →
Out (Nov ‘15)
From the Great British Bake Off to roadtripping through Wales’ Caribbean-esque beaches, these are the best—and most surprising—picks in the UK.
Road Trip: Ireland in a Week →
Out (Nov '15)
Everything you need to know for an introductory drive through the Irish countryside, including adorable villages, scenic cliffs and lakes, and great pub pitstops with live music.
Papua New Guinea's Tribal Airbnb →
Travel + Leisure (Jul '15)
During an expedition to Papua New Guinea I had the honor of being the first person in the world to use Airbnb to participate in a tribal homestay.
Riga on Your Radar →
Travel+Leisure (Mar '15)
Four important reasons why Latvia's capital is the Belle of the Baltic and worthy of a visit.
The Hidden World of Male Geishas →
The Daily Beast (Feb '15)
Today, in Japan's roaring night trade, there are more male "hosts" in Tokyo's red light district than there are traditional female geishas in the entirety of Japan.
The Catskills Gets Its Groove Back →
The Daily Beast (Jan '15)
Forecasting the epic return of the region of forests and lakes just 100 miles north of New York City, which is quickly becoming the go-to getaway spot for overworked urbanites.