Over the last decade, I’ve written and published hundreds of travel stories for CNN, National Geographic, USA Today, LA Times, Washington Post, Lonely Planet, Fodor’s, Expedia, Orbitz, Frommers, Cool Material, and Travel Weekly. For the same period, I’ve been a weekly syndicated travel columnist for Paste Magazine and Utah newspapers, which has taken me to all 7 continents, over 55 countries, countless national parks, and hundreds of cities. In addition to my other published works, here are some of my favorite travel dispatches.
Best of 2025
- 5 things to know before visiting a nude beach (Fodor’s)
- Why is over tourism happening? Blame capitalism. (Matador)
- Cancun all-inclusives: What first-timers need to know (Matador)
- Visiting the Great Wall of China: Which section is best? (Matador)
- 5 ways your wasting money on travel (my travel column)
- Cruise a new megaship for less on MSC World America (my travel column)
- 5 travel hacks that actually work (my travel column)
- Niagara Falls is the summer vacation every American needs (my travel column)
- Do not follow this wretched travel advice (my travel column)
- The oldest trees on Earth are just a few hours drive from Utah (my travel column)
- Kids menus: A well-intentioned by bad idea (my travel column)
- See European-like Alps, Patagonia-like views at Glacier National Park (my travel column)
- North America’s finest fjord rivals Norway (my travel column)
- This rust belt city is one of the prettiest in America (my travel column)
- Eagle Point is what family skiing used to be like (my travel column)
- Volcanos, in-room infinity pools, 24-hour butlers at Jade Mountain (my travel column)
- Ipanema is the greatest beach in the world (my travel column)
- Lake Powell is magic, even for first-time houseboaters (my travel column)
- First-class bathrooms: Yes, you can use them! (my travel column)
- Oh, there’s no place like Europe for the holidays (my travel column)
- Marriott Traveller: 5 quick nature escapes in the U.S. | Best places to fish
- Cool Material: Chicago | Aspen | Miami | Vegas | Honolulu | LA | SF | London | Paris
- Sponsored Content: 6 winter activities in Minnesota | 5 spring festivities in Yosemite
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My latest for Fodor’s Travel: “Utah does two things remarkably well. Its unique climate catches the driest, fluffiest snow in the world, which is terrible for snowballs. But it’s heavenly for skiing—like gliding on clouds. Secondly, it stars some of the most fascinating rock formations and canyons on the planet–the former is out of this world, the latter legitimately rivals the Grand Canyon. More than 60% of Utah lands are public, and about 100% (give or take) of those public lands are otherworldly, photogenic, recreational paradises.” Continue reading…
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My latest for Fodor’s: “America is home to a glut of amazing lakes. Tahoe, Crater, Flathead, and Havasu just to name a few. But in terms of sheer adventure, nothing beats Lake Powell for its houseboats, water-skiing, cliff jumping, swimming, boat-hiking, extra elbow room, and limitless exploration. Here’s what makes Lake Powell the most fun-loving body of water in the country.” Continue reading…
My latest for Fodor’s: With so many other national parks and recreation areas overshadowing it, northeastern Utah is easily overlooked, especially when compared to Southern Utah. But with many of the same features minus the crowds, little-known Vernal is like Moab before it became overrun with tourists. From remarkable hiking, surreal canyons, and amazing arches, to prehistoric digs, whitewater rafting, and legalized cliff jumping, there’s so much to like about this so-called “Dinosaurland.” Continue reading…
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While nowhere near the 180 countries U.S. passport holders could visit before the pandemic, there are currently 11 nations that are welcoming Americans with few, if any, entrance restrictions. Read my latest for Fodor’s…
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My latest for Fodor’s: “Shortly after coronavirus restrictions closed international borders last spring, I asked a dozen travel experts on when those borders might reopen. The immediate answer was discouraging: sometime in 2021 at the earliest. Many of those same experts accurately predicted, however, that domestic borders would reopen this summer and fall, which is exactly what happened.
“So how have travel forecasts changed over the last half-year, if at all? Are there any silver linings or is there any good news on the horizon for those hoping to travel as we did in the past? And what will it take to regain access to the places we lost this year?
“While there’s no easy answer to those questions, this is what many of those same experts say now: Everything is subject to change in this hesitant, inconsistent new world.” Continue reading…
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My latest for Fodor’s about people who don’t think other people should travel in pandemic: “I think shamers are just scared, probably a little jealous, and don’t know how to handle their frustration or anger,” says travel blogger Kristin Addis. “The only way to handle it is to be OK with disagreeing. Shaming won’t fix anything. It won’t help communities that depend on tourism, and it won’t stop people from traveling either.” Continue reading…
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Although several of my international travel stories are still on hold, a handful of domestic ones recently published that I hope you enjoy. Thanks for reading and sharing any you like:
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My latest for Fodor’s: Ready or not, the world is starting to reopen to both shoppers and travelers, after more than three months of quarantine. Although international borders are still largely closed, most state borders are open to domestic visitors. Granted, it will take a lot more time and research to pull off a successful interstate trip these days. But for many, the added hassle, increased risks, and fewer options are still worth it. They aren’t perfect. But until further notice, this is as good as it gets. Continue reading…
Excluding non-bylined commercial writing, here are my most recent media clippings:
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