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Maui
Travel+Leisure

I Lived in Hawaii for 10 Years and This Is the No. 1 Island Everyone Should Visit—With Scenic Waterfalls and 80+ Beaches

July 2, 2026
Hana
Travel+Leisure

I Lived in Hawaii for 10 Years—These Are the 9 Best Hotels on Maui

July 2, 2026
Bishop Museum
Travel+Leisure

The 9 Best Museums in Hawaii—From Royal Palaces to National Historic Landmarks

July 2, 2026
Sonoma
Travel+Leisure

This Northern California Drive Is Just 10 Miles Long—but It’s Packed With Wineries, Small Towns, and Towering Redwoods

May 31, 2026
Costa Mesa
Travel+Leisure

I’ve Lived in Southern California for 16 Years and This Is My Favorite Small Town—and It’s Called ‘The City of the Arts’

May 31, 2026
The 7 cities you ‘must visit before you die,’ according to 50 travel experts—only one is in the U.S.
CNBC

The 7 cities you ‘must visit before you die,’ according to 50 travel experts—only one is in the U.S.

January 11, 2023

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Vancouver Offers Outdoor Adventure and Luxury Accommodations
Medium.com

Vancouver Offers Outdoor Adventure and Luxury Accommodations

December 29, 2022

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History, Charm and Outdoor Adventure in Gold Country
Medium.com

History, Charm and Outdoor Adventure in Gold Country

December 29, 2022

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Gift Guide for Women Travelers
Medium.com

Gift Guide for Women Travelers

December 29, 2022December 29, 2022

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Reno Tahoe Offers Urban Outdoor Adventures
Medium.com

Reno Tahoe Offers Urban Outdoor Adventures

December 29, 2022December 29, 2022

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Women’s Gear Guide for Cold-Weather Trekking
Medium.com

Women’s Gear Guide for Cold-Weather Trekking

December 20, 2022

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The 17 Best Bachelorette Party Destinations for 2023
U.S. News & World Report

The 17 Best Bachelorette Party Destinations for 2023

December 20, 2022

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Endless Summer Elixirs
Laguna Beach Magazine

Endless Summer Elixirs

December 20, 2022December 20, 2022

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A Well-Rounded Workout
Newport Beach Magazine

A Well-Rounded Workout

December 20, 2022December 20, 2022

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This Drag Queen-Run Motel Offers the Ultimate Pink-Hued Escapism
Fodor's

This Drag Queen-Run Motel Offers the Ultimate Pink-Hued Escapism

December 20, 2022December 20, 2022

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About Me

I am an award-winning travel writer and author with a focus on adventure, wellness, and luxury travel.  I’m also host of the “Sharael Travels” radio show and podcast.

I’m a mentor and the 1st Vice Chair for the Freelance Council of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), media delegate for Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA), and  media herald for the Transformational Travel Council (TTC).

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