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.