Geneva, Switzerland is often associated with international affairs or luxury goods-- which is not a bad reputation at all. But there’s a lot more to this city. Despite its long history which goes back several thousands of years, Geneva is surprisingly…

Japan might be synonymous with gardens, temples, sushi and cherry blossoms, but did you also realize that it is home to a wild variety of adventures? I spent 2 weeks exploring the Setouchi Region in Southwest Japan, which is famous for its breathtaking…

https://youtu.be/Y6sq3a0ESM0 I’ve been intrigued by Cuba ever since I could remember, mostly because my dad was always playing Cuban records around the house. And as I grew up to be a travel journalist, my fascination with this musical, vibrant island…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28CxYZyCQqk It seems that life in Basel is in general luxurious, with the city's access to some of the best museums, cultural events, a thriving food culture, cafes & nightlife, fashion and historical neighborhoods…

This is my ultimate guide to an incredible country: Switzerland! I spend two weeks on a road trip, and I take you with me--showing you where to eat, stay, what to drink and see and how to experience the best of the best! Starting in the posh Geneva where I visited markets, ate amazing Michelin cuisine, took a steamship cruise and river ferry and saw the UN. Next we cruised along the coast of Lake Geneva, stopping at adorable villages like Saint Saphorin, sampling wines of Lavaux, staying over in fun cities of Vevey and Lausanne and heading into the hills on a vintage train to make cheese and roam the alps in Chateaux D'Oex.

Give me a beach, a sunset, a pool, some palm trees or any combination of those things, and I’m all set. With that being said, clearly the Caribbean is one of my favorite destinations of all time. Each island has it’s own personality and culture, with…

Just a few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to travel to Japan, a country that has been on my bucket list ever since I could remember. I worked with CNN crew in Japan where we filmed a 60 second travel feature on an incredible region of Japan: Tohoku.…

https://youtu.be/SFW5Hr6F7wA?list=PLbSElzn52NPOzAKO5oFrzjU5YgCmpS5cO China has certainly always been on my bucket list and I was thrilled to get to experience the country with Wendy Wu Tours. I toured 3 cities and found each to be filled with world…

https://youtu.be/HESIQnyUjL8?list=PLbSElzn52NPOqj7xSekToMc0a6F9Wo3mV Bahia is a Brazilian state with an identity all it's own. Salvador, it's capital, has been the central port and thus a melting pot of this fusion culture. We explore the dance, the…

https://youtu.be/TMh8zXMHFVs?list=PLbSElzn52NPOqj7xSekToMc0a6F9Wo3mV Rio de Janeiro is as beautiful as it is cultural, and on our tour, we explored its peaks, beaches, historic neighborhoods, favelas and everything in between.

I recently explored China and I was blown away by how China's rich history is still very much alive and in full focus today. Beijing & Xi'an both had neighborhoods where I felt like I was stepping back in time. Take a trip through history with me…

I get local all over this country, from Salvador to Lencois to Rio de Janeiro. Whether I am spelunking caves, snorkeling in grottos, learning capoeira, drinking caipirinhas or climbing Corcovado, I experience only what the locals love in their country. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6oiORvxgEU Shows:…

https://youtu.be/SlXZD_o4-wg This artistic, historic and stunningly beautiful Free State of Germany offers so much to see, do & eat in such a small area. From the Porsche factory to the Bastei Rocks, to the home of the nutcracker, Saxony surprised me…

USTOA Live Like a Local When in Cartagena, we dance! Come check out the local party atmosphere of this incredible city--from salsa lessons to party buses to dance halls--Cartagena knows how to heat up the night.

Get Lost in Germany with Kelley Ferro It might seem obvious that perfume was invented in Cologne, but the history behind this 'eau de parfum' is fascinating. This entertaining tour/performance brings you back to the Middle Ages and takes you through…

https://youtu.be/MnhNCb5felw  USTOA's Live Like a Local Series The Taiwanese culture is based on ritual and ceremony on my tour, I was able to dive right into the local customs—from meeting a local calligrapher to praying at Longshan Temple…

https://youtu.be/WSNT6Wzj4EU USTOA's Live Like a Local Series My first Night Market in Taipei was overwhelming, sensational and addictive. I was enthralled by stall after stall of the exotic foods, wild clothing and the buzzing energy of the streets.…

By bike, by foot, by boat or by car, there's so much to explore in Croatia. Join me in our Croatia adventure

For me the best part of travel is getting to learn about a new place through it's people. I was amazed at how USTOA member Abercrombie & Kent agreed with that sentiment and made sure that we had many opportunities to meet & interact with true…

https://youtu.be/76Dj9hqY4kY?list=PLbSElzn52NPNK_P9diAJQSHPmgGEdEavN Get Lost with Kelley Ferro in Sonoma One of California's top wine destinations, and a perfect weekend getaway, Sonoma offers up so much more than just world famous wine. From hiking…

https://youtu.be/XD8SvqNDZxE?list=PLbSElzn52NPPdm_orbFtP7fDMY8eAfZMI For a local eating experience, the Gasthof Frandorfer is a part show, part dinner. Locals & tourists flock so make sure to make a reservation at one of the big tables for an evening…