The Daily Beast: Where To Go in 2016

After a lot of consideration and research, I pick the top spots around the world to visit in 2016 include Mongolia, Botswana, Brazil and a few surprises...

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/12/19/these-are-2016-s-hottest-destinations.html

Lonely Planet: Best in Travel 2016

I co-authored Lonely Planet's newest "Best in Travel" book, which details the hottest places on the planet to visit in 2016. After around a decade of writing these coffee table books I can honestly say that this edition is by far my favorite, with some really creative and truly trending destinations around the globe.

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/best-in-travel

Out Magazine: British Invasion

It's been a while since I've posted some of my writing up here--I've been working on other travel-y projects in the meantime. But here's my latest: I edited Out magazine's annual travel issue, this year it's the "British Invasion" edition with all the trendspotting you require for a perfect trip to the UK from Belfast to Bristol.

http://www.out.com/out-britain

Travel + Leisure: Airbnb in PNG

During a particularly intrepid expedition to Papua New Guinea I had the distinct honor of being the first person to use Airbnb to participate in a tribal home stay. This is an account of my time in the far recesses of the country.

http://www.travelandleisure.com/articles/airbnb-launches-in-papua-new-guinea

Travel + Leisure: Secret Europe

For the May issue of Travel + Leisure I co-authored the signature spread detailing Europe's best kept secrets, including the medieval city of Plovdiv, Bulgaria.

http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/the-europe-you-dont-know-16-destinations-for-the-traveler-whos-seen-it-all

Travel + Leisure: Riga On Your Radar

Latvia's capital was founded in the 1200s with multicultural roots, and remains a wonderfully cosmopolitan destination today--even through the Soviet regime it was a place of progress and art. After an infusion of EU funds during its year as a "culture capital", the city has even more infrastructure to welcome tourists. Check out the March issue of Travel + Leisure to learn more. 

http://www.travelandleisure.com/blogs/why-to-visit-riga-now

Travel + Leisure: The Boutique Boom

The American economy's ticking again and suddenly vacations are on the rise--more popular than they've ever been. With a penchant for local flavor, holidaymakers are now seeking boutique digs instead of the bastions of anonymous chain hotels. Here are a few new sleeping spots that every sun-seeker should add to their bucket list.

http://www.travelandleisure.com/blogs/a-caribbean-boutique-hotel-boomlet

The Daily Beast: The Secret World of Male Geishas

Did you know that the first geisha in Japan were actually men? And today, in the country's roaring night trade industry there are more male "hosts" in Tokyo's main red light district than there are traditional female geisha in the entirety of Japan? This and more puzzling facts about the hidden world of the male entertainment herein.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/02/04/the-secret-world-of-male-geishas.html

Travel + Leisure: The Caribbean Now

For February's issue, I authored a spread about the trending hotels, restaurants and must-sees on some of the Caribbean's coolest island. You'll find hidden local eats in Anguilla, cool boutique digs in Nevis, and a slew of fresh-faced accommodation on St-Barth.

The Daily Beast: The Catskills Are Cool Again

It's like the Baader Meinhof phenomenon: suddenly you're hearing the word "Catskills" everywhere. But is it actually a trick of the mind? Maybe the Catskills - after being forgotten for decade - is making a serious comeback by appealing to both the nature lover and secret Brooklyn aesthete in all of us.

http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2015/01/28/the-catskills-gets-its-groove-back-with-brooklyn-s-help.html

Dubai Eye Radio: The Caribbean

It may never quite be winter in the UAE, but my latest guest spot on Dubai Eye's travel series showcases the best the Caribbean has to offer.

https://audioboom.com/boos/2752779-affordable-adventures-5-22-12-2014

NYMag: Inside Tokyo's Owl Cafe

While the cat cafe craze has finally reached American soil, Japan's already moved on to its next iteration of animal hangout: owls. During a recent visit to Tokyo I was able to stop by to get an hour of quality time with these sleepy magical beasts.

http://www.grubstreet.com/2015/01/inside-most-popular-owl-cafe-in-tokyo.html

Travel + Leisure: St. Bart's Mini Guide

This short guide to St Barth features the latest and greatest offerings on the small island, which--out of the holiday season--is a surprisingly affordable and a peaceful spot to escape during the winter months.

http://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-blog/carry-on/2015/1/13/st-barts-why-go-now

Travel + Leisure: Anguilla Mini Guide

My latest for Travel + Leisure is a guide to the hottest new things to check on the island paradise of Anguilla, including a freshly refurbished resort and some killer local barbecue.

http://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-blog/carry-on/2015/1/12/anguilla-why-go-now

Lonely Planet: New in Travel

Check out Lonely Planet's newest e-book which offers readers 26 of the coolest new adventurers available to globetrotters this coming year. Included are two of my personal favorites: walking the Guayusa Trail in Ecuador, and living with tribesmen in the rural recesses of eastern Papua New Guinea.