Journalism

My articles have been published in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fodor’s, Fortune.com, Newsweek.com, Self, The New York Post and ShermansTravel. Topics include under-the radar vineyards in New Zealand; design icons of Palm Springs; a healthy eating guide to Chicago and what to do on a winter getaway to the Berkshires.

I write the design-focused Travel CV column for Aspire Design & Home magazine, covering destinations including Barcelona, Auckland, Toronto and Charleston.

  • ShermansTravel

    If overtourism has you rethinking a trip to Italy, think again. Abruzzo is an under-the-radar Italian gem located about two hours east of Rome along the Adriatic, with mountains, beaches, and national parks.

  • Palazzo Ricci

    Aspire Design & Home

    The story of Palazzo Ricci in Casoli, Italy, begins like most love stories, with a gut feeling and just the right balance of madness and fierce determination.

  • NYT Style wedding

    The New York Times

    A mini-moon is technically a short wedding trip for those couples who put off a longer excursion because of work, lack of money or because they married in the wrong season.

  • Antigua sugar mill

    The Wall Street Journal

    Antigua may gained independence from the U.K. in 1981, but this Caribbean gem still has an undeniable British vibe. Cricket is practically the national religion and reminders of England are everywhere on display, from the Georgian naval docks used by Admiral Nelson to Shell’s Double Decker Fish & Chips restaurant.

  • Self magazine

    Self

    These oceanside destinations have just about every activity under the sun, from snorkeling in Vieques to paddle-boarding in St. Lucia

  • Kennedy Space Museum

    Newsweek.com

    Orlando is synonymous with theme parks, but there's much more to this city than mouse ears and wizards. Here’s where to dig deeper, from its natural springs to Little Vietnam and airboat tours.

  • Fortune oud

    Fortune.com

    It’s strong, it’s musky and almost animalistic in its sensuality. Some people love it while others find it offensive and gross. We’re not talking about durian but oud, the $5,000 a pound woody scent.

  • GreenO Social Haus

    Aspire Design & Home

    The sublime and simplicity are perfectly in balance at the new all-inclusive Green O resort located near Western Montana’s Blackfoot River Valley.

  • Luxury Oral Care

    The New York Times

    When celebrities are asked about their personal grooming habits, they often cite Marvis as their preferred toothpaste. But this beloved Italian brand is facing competition in the luxury mouth-freshening department.

  • foodie getaways

    Self

    Pack the hiking boots (or flippers!) and head to one of these agritourism hot spots. Pick grapes in the Tuscan hills or make chocolate in Belize.

  • Aspire Design & Home

    Tucked between the mountains and the sea, Barcelona is synonymous with art and style, which is evident in its museums, restaurants, and unique architecture.

  • Charcoal beauty

    The New York Times

    Charcoal, long used as a purifier in air filters and fish tanks, is cropping up in beauty products. Proponents say it helps to naturally draw impurities and excess oil out of the skin, and works as a detoxifier.

  • Biosphere Montreal

    ShermansTravel

    While Montreal’s nearly 400 years of history are evident everywhere, so is its love affair with contemporary art and architecture, which led it to be named a UNESCO City of Design.

  • New York Times wedding

    The New York Times

    When it comes to sentimentality, there are few events in life more steeped in it than the typical wedding. But when it comes to dressing for the occasion, many brides can’t wait to get their hands on the latest design from Vera Wang or Carolina Herrera.

  • Newport Rhode Island

    The New York Post

    On your next trip to Newport, R.I., remember to ditch those Docksiders, un-pop your shirt collar and explore this preppy port city’s funkier side. Newport has a newly emerging cool side that’s shaking up everything from hotels to the dining scene.

  • Palo Alto City Hall

    ShermansTravel

    Palo Alto is notorious for being one of the most expensive places to live in the U.S. but you don’t need the budget of a newly IPO’d tech entrepreneur to enjoy a trip here.

  • New York Times weddings

    The New York Times

    Everyone knows not to wear white to a wedding so as not to upstage the bride, but what happens if a bride decides to wear pink, yellow or even blue? The answer: added stress for some brides and sartorial confusion for wedding guests.

  • New York Times Etsy makeup

    The New York Times

    When Tara Graff was searching for makeup that would not irritate her sensitive skin, she did not head to Sephora, Macy’s or the cosmetics counter at Bloomingdale’s. Instead, she turned to Etsy.com.

  • Andy Murray Cromlix

    The New York Post

    DescriTennis star Andy Murray recently snapped up Cromlix, a Victorian property near his hometown of Dunblane, Scotland, for about $3 million and turned it into a 15-bedroom luxury hotel.

  • Clearwater Beach

    ShermansTravel

    Although Clearwater is consistently rated one of the best beaches in the U.S., there’s much more to do in this seaside town than sunbathe. Stroll down Mandalay Avenue, the main thoroughfare, where you’ll find a mix of upscale restaurants, like Bob Heilman’s Beachcomber, souvenir shops and boutiques, and kitschy attractions.

  • Glasgow

    The New York Post

    It may not be as pretty as the capital city of Edinburgh, but Glasgow is without a doubt Scotland’s most stylish city, brimming with cool design, great art and chic eateries. Here, nine places to check out now, from Zaha Hadid’s Riverside Museum to the Necropolis.

  • ShermansTravel bag

    ShermansTravel

    While most of us have a tried-and-true handbag for everyday use, it's tough to find the perfect travel bag. A tote for the road has a different set of requirements: It needs to be functional, yet fashionable and lightweight with plenty of pockets. Here, five carryalls that deliver style and practicality but don’t scream “backpacker.”

  • Concord Lexington Massachusetts

    The New York Post

    If you’ve heard of Lexington and Concord, it means you were paying attention in history or English class. These adjacent Massachusetts towns are known as the birthplace of the American Revolution.

  • Greydon House

    ShermansTravel

    Greydon House opens this month in downtown Nantucket, steps from the water, the Whaling Museum, and chic boutiques. The hotel's design is paramount; everything from the staff uniforms (GANT's signature Oxford shirts paired with SeaVees sneakers) to the bathrooms exude an eclectic yet elevated style.

  • Iconic Life

    Iconic Life

    Travel has a direct impact on the environment and the people who live in the interesting and beautiful locales we are called to visit.

  • Pulitzer Amsterdam

    Iconic Life

    With its network of canals that span more than 60 miles, and buildings dating from the 17th Century, Amsterdam is one of the most charming cities in Europe. It is also a pedestrian’s paradise.

  • Sublime Comporta

    Iconic Life

    Portugal has long been a favorite destination for travelers drawn to its beaches, mountains and ancient architecture—not to mention affordable food and wine. Here’s a look at where to go in Portugal for a stylish escape.

  • Charleston South Carolina

    The New York Post

    When most people think about eating in Charleston, they think of the stick-to-your-ribs-stuff: the fried pickles, the fried green tomatoes and the fried oysters. While many restaurants still serve up such heart-attack-inducing food, Charleston’s dining scene has been undergoing a renaissance.

  • Palazzo Ricci

    Aspire Design & Home

    The story of Palazzo Ricci in Casoli, Italy, begins like most love stories, with a gut feeling and just the right balance of madness and fierce determination.

  • Aspire Design & Home

    Tucked between the mountains and the sea, Barcelona is synonymous with art and style, which is evident in its museums, restaurants, and unique architecture.

  • GreenO Social Haus

    Aspire Design & Home

    he sublime and simplicity are perfectly in balance at the new all-inclusive Green O resort located near Western Montana’s Blackfoot River Valley.

  • NYT Style wedding

    The New York Times

    A mini-moon is technically a short wedding trip for those couples who put off a longer excursion because of work, lack of money or because they married in the wrong season.

  • Self magazine

    Self

    These oceanside destinations have just about every activity under the sun, from snorkeling in Vieques to paddle-boarding in St. Lucia

  • Luxury Oral Care

    The New York Times

    When celebrities are asked about their personal grooming habits, they often cite Marvis as their preferred toothpaste. But this beloved Italian brand is facing competition in the luxury mouth-freshening department.

  • foodie getaways

    Self

    Pack the hiking boots (or flippers!) and head to one of these agritourism hot spots. Pick grapes in the Tuscan hills or make chocolate in Belize.

  • Antigua sugar mill

    The Wall Street Journal

    ANTIGUA MAY HAVE gained independence from the U.K. in 1981, but this Caribbean gem still has an undeniable British vibe. Cricket is practically the national religion and reminders of England are everywhere on display, from the Georgian naval docks used by Admiral Nelson to Shell’s Double Decker Fish & Chips restaurant.

  • Kennedy Space Museum

    Newsweek.com

    Orlando is synonymous with theme parks, but there's much more to this city than mouse ears and wizards. Here’s where to dig deeper, from its natural springs to Little Vietnam and airboat tours.

  • Charcoal beauty

    The New York Times

    Charcoal, long used as a purifier in air filters and fish tanks, is cropping up in beauty products. Proponents say it helps to naturally draw impurities and excess oil out of the skin, and works as a detoxifier.

  • Fortune oud

    Fortune.com

    It’s strong, it’s musky and almost animalistic in its sensuality. Some people love it while others find it offensive and gross. We’re not talking about durian but oud, the $5,000 a pound woody scent.

  • Biosphere Montreal

    ShermansTravel

    While Montreal’s nearly 400 years of history are evident everywhere, so is its love affair with contemporary art and architecture, which led it to be named a UNESCO City of Design.

  • New York Times wedding

    The New York Times

    When it comes to sentimentality, there are few events in life more steeped in it than the typical wedding. But when it comes to dressing for the occasion, many brides can’t wait to get their hands on the latest design from Vera Wang or Carolina Herrera.

  • Newport Rhode Island

    The New York Post

    On your next trip to Newport, R.I., remember to ditch those Docksiders, un-pop your shirt collar and explore this preppy port city’s funkier side. Newport has a newly emerging cool side that’s shaking up everything from hotels to the dining scene.

  • Palo Alto City Hall

    ShermansTravel

    Palo Alto is notorious for being one of the most expensive places to live in the U.S. but you don’t need the budget of a newly IPO’d tech entrepreneur to enjoy a trip here.

  • Sublime Comporta

    Iconic Life

    Portugal has long been a favorite destination for travelers drawn to its beaches, mountains and ancient architecture—not to mention affordable food and wine. Here’s a look at where to go in Portugal for a stylish escape.

  • Iconic Life

    Iconic Life

    Travel has a direct impact on the environment and the people who live in the interesting and beautiful locales we are called to visit.

  • Pulitzer Amsterdam

    Iconic Life

    With its network of canals that span more than 60 miles, and buildings dating from the 17th Century, Amsterdam is one of the most charming cities in Europe. It is also a pedestrian’s paradise.

  • New York Times weddings

    The New York Times

    Everyone knows not to wear white to a wedding so as not to upstage the bride, but what happens if a bride decides to wear pink, yellow or even blue? The answer: added stress for some brides and sartorial confusion for wedding guests.

  • New York Times Etsy makeup

    The New York Times

    When Tara Graff was searching for makeup that would not irritate her sensitive skin, she did not head to Sephora, Macy’s or the cosmetics counter at Bloomingdale’s. Instead, she turned to Etsy.com.

  • Andy Murray Cromlix

    The New York Post

    DescriTennis star Andy Murray recently snapped up Cromlix, a Victorian property near his hometown of Dunblane, Scotland, for about $3 million and turned it into a 15-bedroom luxury hotel.

  • Glasgow

    The New York Post

    It may not be as pretty as the capital city of Edinburgh, but Glasgow is without a doubt Scotland’s most stylish city, brimming with cool design, great art and chic eateries. Here, nine places to check out now, from Zaha Hadid’s Riverside Museum to the Necropolis.

  • Concord Lexington Massachusetts

    The New York Post

    If you’ve heard of Lexington and Concord, it means you were paying attention in history or English class. These adjacent Massachusetts towns are known as the birthplace of the American Revolution.

  • Charleston South Carolina

    The New York Post

    When most people think about eating in Charleston, they think of the stick-to-your-ribs-stuff: the fried pickles, the fried green tomatoes and the fried oysters. While many restaurants still serve up such heart-attack-inducing food, Charleston’s dining scene has been undergoing a renaissance.

  • ShermansTravel bag

    ShermansTravel

    While most of us have a tried-and-true handbag for everyday use, it's tough to find the perfect travel bag. A tote for the road has a different set of requirements: It needs to be functional, yet fashionable and lightweight with plenty of pockets. Here, five carryalls that deliver style and practicality but don’t scream “backpacker.”

  • Clearwater Beach

    ShermansTravel

    Although Clearwater is consistently rated one of the best beaches in the U.S., there’s much more to do in this seaside town than sunbathe. Stroll down Mandalay Avenue, the main thoroughfare, where you’ll find a mix of upscale restaurants, like Bob Heilman’s Beachcomber, souvenir shops and boutiques, and kitschy attractions.

  • Greydon House

    ShermansTravel

    Greydon House opens this month in downtown Nantucket, steps from the water, the Whaling Museum, and chic boutiques. The hotel's design is paramount; everything from the staff uniforms (GANT's signature Oxford shirts paired with SeaVees sneakers) to the bathrooms exude an eclectic yet elevated style.

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