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USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards
Sometimes a hotel is simply a place to lay your head at night, but it can also be a destination in its own right. Each of these 20 U.S. resorts, chosen by a panel of travel experts, lavishes guests with plush accommodations, top-notch dining, and a host of activities — a complete vacation in a single package.
Which destination resort gets your vote? Cast your vote once per day until voting ends on Monday, August 5 at noon ET. Check back on Wednesday, August 14 at noon ET to see the winners.
Read the official Readers' Choice rules.
Sometimes a hotel is simply a place to lay your head at night, but it can also be a destination in its own right. Each of these 20 U.S. resorts, chosen by a panel of travel experts, lavishes guests with plush accommodations, top-notch dining, and a host of activities — a complete vacation in a single package.
Which destination resort gets your vote? Cast your vote once per day until voting ends on Monday, August 5 at noon ET. Check back on Wednesday, August 14 at noon ET to see the winners.
Read the official Readers' Choice rules.
Sometimes a hotel is simply a place to lay your head at night, but it can also be a destination in its own right. Each of these 20 U.S. resorts, chosen by a panel of travel experts, lavishes guests with plush... Read More
Best Destination Resort Nominees
Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida
Situated on the shores of Sunny Isles Beach, Acqualina Resort & Residences on the Beach offers a perfect blend of Miami's cultural richness and serene beachfront relaxation. Plus, guests can indulge in the resort's Acqua Experiences, which provide unique ways to enjoy South Florida's beauty. With its top-notch service, sumptuous dining options, an award-winning spa, and opulent accommodations, this resort is a destination that truly embodies the essence of a tropical paradise getaway.
Alisal Ranch
Solvang, California
Guests can experience the majesty and romance of the Old West at California’s Alisal Ranch. This one-of-a-kind resort, located in renowned Santa Barbara wine country, is set on a 10,000-acre working cattle ranch and offers activities such as tennis, golf, horseback riding, and fishing on a tranquil lake. All studios, suites, and cottages are decorated in authentic Western style, and many come with wood-burning fireplaces, but no televisions or telephones, allowing guests to really unplug.
Photo courtesy of Arizona Biltmore
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Phoenix, Arizona
In a desert setting, guests checking into the oasis that is the Arizona Biltmore will find everything they could want without ever leaving the property. This includes seven swimming pools, two golf courses, six dining venues, a full-service spa, and a number of ways to stay, from luxurious guest rooms and suites to villas and cottages.
Photo courtesy of Disney
Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
Ko Olina, Hawaii
Go on an island vacation with Mickey and Minnie — without leaving the United States. A stay at Aulani brings all of the Disney magic you've come to know and love and adds luxe accommodations that range from guest rooms and suites to fully outfitted villas. Guests enjoy more than 30 complimentary activities (like ukelele lessons and fire pit storytelling), a gorgeous beach, and five pool areas.
Barnsley Resort
Adairsville, Georgia
Built to resemble an English-inspired village, the pedestrian-friendly Barnsley Resort invites guests to stay in one of the many cottages or one of the rooms in the Inn at Barnsley Resort. Throughout their stay, guests can play golf, go horseback riding, tour the manor house ruins, get pampered at the spa, and enjoy a number of dining options.
Photo courtesy of The Broadmoor
The Broadmoor
Colorado Springs, Colorado
The history of The Broadmoor — an iconic hotel in Colorado Springs — dates back to 1918 when it welcomed its first guests. Today, the 5,000-acre resort offers a full-service spa, two golf courses, and stellar hotel restaurants, alongside accommodations that are thoughtfully designed to meet the needs of every guest. Zip lining, fly fishing, and falconry are among the favorites of the outdoor adventures offered.
Photo courtesy of Carneros Resort and Spa
Carneros Resort and Spa
Napa, California
Sitting amid the vineyards of Napa Valley, Carneros Resort and Spa offers a luxurious retreat with its charming cottages, sprawling views, and top-notch amenities. Guests can indulge in the tranquility of two outdoor pools, savor the flavors of three gourmet restaurants, or rejuvenate at the spa. With its unique blend of rustic elegance and modern comforts, this property is a haven for those seeking a serene escape amidst the beauty of wine country.
Grand Hotel
Mackinac Island, Michigan
Located on a small island off Michigan's Upper Peninsula, this summer resort predates the automobile boom. You won't find any cars on Mackinac Island, as horse-drawn carriages are the primary mode of transportation. Individually designed accommodations at the Grand Hotel include guest rooms and expansive suites, and activity offerings are abundant. The Victorian-era hotel also claims the world's longest porch.
Photo courtesy of Douglas Friedman
Hidden Pond
Kennebunkport, Maine
Hidden Pond, a resort nestled amid 60 acres of birch groves and balsam fir trees on the southern coast of Maine, invites guests to kick off their shoes and relax by the pool or the fireplace. Travelers who just can't stay still can go stand-up paddleboarding on Goose Rocks Beach, chat with the resort gardener, take a mixology class, or cruise the property and its surroundings on a bike.
High Hampton Resort
Cashiers, North Carolina
High Hampton Resort provides an array of ways to stay, including inn rooms, cottage rooms, and suites, in addition to a number of activities, such as golfing on a course designed by the legendary Tom Fazio and hiking trails that promise adventure and stunning views. And when it's time to eat, the resort has plenty of delicious on-site dining options. From the allure of the historic inn and its breathtaking natural surroundings to the promise of a summer camp experience with a sophisticated twist, this property is a destination in itself.
Jekyll Island Club Resort
Jekyll Island, Georgia
Jekyll Island Club Resort, once the playground for America's elite, welcomes guests to experience its Southern charm, expansive grounds, and a variety of accommodations from grand mansions to oceanfront suites. With activities ranging from golfing on pristine courses to relaxing by the pool or beach, and dining options that cater to every palate, the resort promises an unforgettable escape into the heart of the Golden Isles.
Mohonk Mountain House
New Paltz, New York
This Victorian castle is located along Lake Mohonk in the middle of 40,000 acres of forest, allowing for plenty of space to spread out and enjoy all that this resort has to offer. Mohonk Mountain House's all-inclusive pricing covers meals, most outdoor activities, and nightly entertainment.
Montage Palmetto Bluff
Bluffton, South Carolina
Montage Palmetto Bluff is part of a 20,000-acre Lowcountry community situated between Hilton Head Island and Savannah. Accommodations range from rooms and suites to cottages and five-bedroom homes. The resort features a Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, spa, a shooting club, freshwater and saltwater fishing, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding.
Photo courtesy of Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa
Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa
Whitefield, New Hampshire
With views of the White Mountains in northern New Hampshire, the aptly named Mountain View Grand Resort & Spa dates back to the 1860s. Today, the resort includes around 140 guest rooms on 1,700 acres with indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, golf, a working farm, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, ice skating, snow tubing, and sledding.
Murrieta Hot Springs Resort
Murrieta, California
Many come to Murrieta Hot Springs Resort to experience the natural geothermal waters, but there's much more to enjoy at this storied property. Think massages and body treatments at the spa, classes at the Dynamis Fitness center, and a variety of on-site dining options.
Nemacolin
Farmington, Pennsylvania
In addition to well-appointed guest rooms and suites across five hotels, Nemacolin offers a wealth of activities to fill any itinerary. Whether being pampered at the spa, playing two Pete Dye-designed golf courses, conquering the High Ropes Challenge Course, or trying all of the amazing on-site restaurants, Nemacolin won't leave you bored.
The Omni Homestead Resort
Hot Springs, Virginia
Set on more than 2,000 acres of Virginia's scenic landscape, this resort invites guests to experience the timeless comforts and Southern hospitality that make it a premier destination. The Omni Homestead Resort promises a memorable guest experience, offering 483 guest rooms and suites, a full-service luxury spa and salon, several restaurants and dining options, two 18-hole golf courses, a lazy river and two waterslides, a fitness center, and exciting activities such as horseback riding, zip lining, snow skiing, and kayaking.
Photo courtesy of Opal Collection
The Sagamore Resort
Bolton Landing, New York
Experience the unmatched beauty of the Adirondacks at the Sagamore Resort on Lake George. On a private 70-acre island just an hour's drive from Albany, this destination resort offers luxurious lakeside accommodations, an 18-hole golf course, a spa, renowned dining experiences, and an unmatched selection of water and land activities.
Photo courtesy of Sundance Mountain Resort
Sundance Mountain Resort
Sundance, Utah
Regardless of the season of your arrival, Sundance Mountain Resort offers adventures and experiences to make your stay memorable. Maybe it's art classes, fly fishing, or horseback riding during the summer. Perhaps it's skiing and snowboarding in the winter, or some quality time at the spa. Whether it's the allure of the slopes or the charm of the rustic yet refined accommodations, this resort welcomes travelers seeking a unique mountain escape.
The Wigwam
Litchfield Park, Arizona
Set on 440 lush acres only 30 minutes from downtown Phoenix, The Wigwam is an oasis in the suburbs. Well-appointed guest rooms, casitas, and suites welcome guests, and a plethora of on-site dining options and activities await. Spend some time on the golf courses or tennis courts, relax in the spa, or lounge by one of the three pools.
About 10Best Readers' Choice Awards
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The Experts
Allison Tibaldi
Allison Tibaldi is a travel and food writer based... Read More
Allison Tibaldi is a travel and food writer based in New York City. She has lived in Rome, Tuscany, Melbourne Australia, Toronto and Los Angeles. She studied early childhood development in graduate school and firmly believes that travel is the best education. She writes for numerous publications including CNN, Travel Channel, HGTV, am New York, Emirates Open Skies, Family Traveller and Travel Weekly.
Allison Tibaldi
Allison Tibaldi is a travel and food writer based in New York City. She has lived in Rome, Tuscany, Melbourne Australia, Toronto and Los Angeles. She studied early childhood development in graduate school and firmly believes that travel is the best education. She writes for numerous publications including CNN, Travel Channel, HGTV, am New York, Emirates Open Skies, Family Traveller and Travel Weekly.
Dennis Malcolm "Ale" Sharpton
Dennis Malcolm Byron aka Ale Sharpton is a... Read More
Dennis Malcolm Byron aka Ale Sharpton is a world-renowned beer authority, award-winning journalist, blogger (AleSharpton.com), photographer, event planner, host, speaker and beer judge to name a few of his roles. While passionately traveling the globe to cover everything from automobiles to culinary scenes, celebrity profiles, sports, hotel destinations, art, and what he terms “the world’s best beverage,” Ale has contributed to more than 30 magazines and websites combined. His current media outlets include USAToday, Thrillist.com, Craft Beer & Brewing, CraftBeer.com, Theinfatuation.com, ButterATL.com, James Beard Foundation, Atlanta Magazine, and others. Along with being featured in various publications, on the web, radio, podcasts, television, beer fests, conferences, and ongoing Cruisin’ For A Brewsin’ video series, Ale utilizes his Cornell University School of Hotel Administration education and vast work experience to consult in the culinary industry as well. Forbes, Smithsonian Institution, UNTAPPD, Good Beer Hunting, and numerous others have showcased Ale’s accomplishments. In a collaboration going on six years with brewing giant New Belgium, Ale has produced a beer he conceptualized called Piano Keys—a chocolate vanilla imperial stout—geared to support diversity and racial equality. This project with New Belgium also spawned his initiative, BrewGether, which raises funds to support nonprofits embracing the same mission as Piano Keys. Ale proudly owns AllWays Open Creative Solutions, an agency specializing in creative direction, logo design, branding, web design, video production, photography, consulting, and social media. Although a native New Yorker, Ale proudly calls Atlanta his home. Follow Ale’s globetrotting adventures on his captivating Instagram (@realalesharpton).
Dennis Malcolm "Ale" Sharpton
Dennis Malcolm Byron aka Ale Sharpton is a world-renowned beer authority, award-winning journalist, blogger (AleSharpton.com), photographer, event planner, host, speaker and beer judge to name a few of his roles. While passionately traveling the globe to cover everything from automobiles to culinary scenes, celebrity profiles, sports, hotel destinations, art, and what he terms “the world’s best beverage,” Ale has contributed to more than 30 magazines and websites combined. His current media outlets include USAToday, Thrillist.com, Craft Beer & Brewing, CraftBeer.com, Theinfatuation.com, ButterATL.com, James Beard Foundation, Atlanta Magazine, and others. Along with being featured in various publications, on the web, radio, podcasts, television, beer fests, conferences, and ongoing Cruisin’ For A Brewsin’ video series, Ale utilizes his Cornell University School of Hotel Administration education and vast work experience to consult in the culinary industry as well. Forbes, Smithsonian Institution, UNTAPPD, Good Beer Hunting, and numerous others have showcased Ale’s accomplishments. In a collaboration going on six years with brewing giant New Belgium, Ale has produced a beer he conceptualized called Piano Keys—a chocolate vanilla imperial stout—geared to support diversity and racial equality. This project with New Belgium also spawned his initiative, BrewGether, which raises funds to support nonprofits embracing the same mission as Piano Keys. Ale proudly owns AllWays Open Creative Solutions, an agency specializing in creative direction, logo design, branding, web design, video production, photography, consulting, and social media. Although a native New Yorker, Ale proudly calls Atlanta his home. Follow Ale’s globetrotting adventures on his captivating Instagram (@realalesharpton).
Jacky Runice
Born in Bucktown (Chicago) when bulletproof was a... Read More
Born in Bucktown (Chicago) when bulletproof was a home safety choice and not a coffee order, Jacky Runice has been knocking around Chicago as a professional print, online and broadcast journalist and editor specializing in separating the riff from the raff in culture, entertainment, food, travel and pure unadulterated fun. Jacky is a member of the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) and relies on her vast experience and gray matter to produce informative, entertaining content.
Jacky Runice
Born in Bucktown (Chicago) when bulletproof was a home safety choice and not a coffee order, Jacky Runice has been knocking around Chicago as a professional print, online and broadcast journalist and editor specializing in separating the riff from the raff in culture, entertainment, food, travel and pure unadulterated fun. Jacky is a member of the International Food, Wine & Travel Writers Association (IFWTWA) and relies on her vast experience and gray matter to produce informative, entertaining content.
Jamie Davis Smith
Jamie is a travel writer who has visited over 50... Read More
Jamie is a travel writer who has visited over 50 countries, many of them with her children in tow. She loves visiting everything from theme parks to ancient ruins and packs strictly carry-on-only. Jamie can be reached at jamiesmithwrites@gmail.com.
Jamie Davis Smith
Jamie is a travel writer who has visited over 50 countries, many of them with her children in tow. She loves visiting everything from theme parks to ancient ruins and packs strictly carry-on-only. Jamie can be reached at jamiesmithwrites@gmail.com.
Jean Chen Smith
Jean Chen Smith is a freelance journalist who has... Read More
Jean Chen Smith is a freelance journalist who has been producing content for over 15 years. With a love of travel and storytelling, her intention is to create content to inspire and connect people to places, things, and experiences. Her articles have appeared in AARP, Travel and Leisure, 1859 magazine, Insider Travel, USA Today, Family Vacationist, The Oregonian, SFGATE, weekand.com, and more. When not writing or teaching Pilates at her studio, she enjoys trail running, spending time with her pups Tonka and Paisley, and reading suspense novels.
Jean Chen Smith
Jean Chen Smith is a freelance journalist who has been producing content for over 15 years. With a love of travel and storytelling, her intention is to create content to inspire and connect people to places, things, and experiences. Her articles have appeared in AARP, Travel and Leisure, 1859 magazine, Insider Travel, USA Today, Family Vacationist, The Oregonian, SFGATE, weekand.com, and more. When not writing or teaching Pilates at her studio, she enjoys trail running, spending time with her pups Tonka and Paisley, and reading suspense novels.
Jenny Peters
Jenny Peters – aka Jet Set Jen – is a Los... Read More
Jenny Peters – aka Jet Set Jen – is a Los Angeles-based freelance journalist, editor and party columnist specializing in travel, entertainment, film, food, wine, fashion and the other good things in life. She is a founding/voting member of the Critics Choice Association, who present the Critics’ Choice Awards every January. Her favorite places to be are on the beach in Southern California playing volleyball, scuba diving with the sharks in warm tropical waters or strolling the streets and soaking in the atmosphere of one of the world's great cities (New Orleans and Florence are her favorites).
Jenny Peters
Jenny Peters – aka Jet Set Jen – is a Los Angeles-based freelance journalist, editor and party columnist specializing in travel, entertainment, film, food, wine, fashion and the other good things in life. She is a founding/voting member of the Critics Choice Association, who present the Critics’ Choice Awards every January. Her favorite places to be are on the beach in Southern California playing volleyball, scuba diving with the sharks in warm tropical waters or strolling the streets and soaking in the atmosphere of one of the world's great cities (New Orleans and Florence are her favorites).
Joanne and Tony DiBona
Travel memories may fade over time, but... Read More
Travel memories may fade over time, but photographs recall those magical moments.
Joanne and Tony DiBona
Travel memories may fade over time, but photographs recall those magical moments.
Katie McElveen
Writer Katie McElveen began her travel career when... Read More
Writer Katie McElveen began her travel career when a wrong turn on the way to a family vacation took her on an eleven hour odyssey that she thoroughly enjoyed. Today, more than 40 countries later, her work has appeared in Real Simple, Southern Living, Global Traveler, Fodor’s, Virtuoso, Bride’s, Islands, Reader’s Digest, AFAR and other publications.
Katie McElveen
Writer Katie McElveen began her travel career when a wrong turn on the way to a family vacation took her on an eleven hour odyssey that she thoroughly enjoyed. Today, more than 40 countries later, her work has appeared in Real Simple, Southern Living, Global Traveler, Fodor’s, Virtuoso, Bride’s, Islands, Reader’s Digest, AFAR and other publications.
Lawrence Horwitz
Lawrence Horwitz is Executive Director of Historic... Read More
Lawrence Horwitz is Executive Director of Historic Hotels of America and Historic Hotels Worldwide. Based in Washington DC, Historic Hotels of America and Historic Hotels Worldwide, the official programs of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, include more than 300 of America’s most prominent historic hotels and more than 300 of the finest historic hotels in 45 countries worldwide. As the leader in marketing to the global historic, heritage and cultural travel market, both programs include historic hotels from more than 40 of the finest global chains, brands, and collections. As active partners of organizations such as the National Trust for Historic Preservation, White House Historical Association, New England Historic Genealogical Society, Organization of American Historians, and National Park Foundation, Horwitz leads a global marketing and tourism organization dedicated to increasing the recognition and celebration of the finest historic hotels and to promoting cultural and heritage travel to the world’s greatest prestigious treasures.
Lawrence Horwitz
Lawrence Horwitz is Executive Director of Historic Hotels of America and Historic Hotels Worldwide. Based in Washington DC, Historic Hotels of America and Historic Hotels Worldwide, the official programs of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, include more than 300 of America’s most prominent historic hotels and more than 300 of the finest historic hotels in 45 countries worldwide. As the leader in marketing to the global historic, heritage and cultural travel market, both programs include historic hotels from more than 40 of the finest global chains, brands, and collections. As active partners of organizations such as the National Trust for Historic Preservation, White House Historical Association, New England Historic Genealogical Society, Organization of American Historians, and National Park Foundation, Horwitz leads a global marketing and tourism organization dedicated to increasing the recognition and celebration of the finest historic hotels and to promoting cultural and heritage travel to the world’s greatest prestigious treasures.
Marla Cimini
Marla is a writer with a passion for travel, music... Read More
Marla is a writer with a passion for travel, music and culinary adventures (and combining those whenever possible)! As an avid globetrotter, she encourages respecting and learning about other cultures while traveling. She has visited Hawaii multiple times, and has explored destinations worldwide, including the Mediterranean region, South America, Asia and more. Marla is a contributor to Fodor’s Hawaii guidebooks (Oahu and Kauai 2020) and her articles have appeared in a number of international publications. She calls New Jersey (Philadelphia area) home. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter and read her travel tips and adventures on her website.
Marla Cimini
Marla is a writer with a passion for travel, music and culinary adventures (and combining those whenever possible)! As an avid globetrotter, she encourages respecting and learning about other cultures while traveling. She has visited Hawaii multiple times, and has explored destinations worldwide, including the Mediterranean region, South America, Asia and more. Marla is a contributor to Fodor’s Hawaii guidebooks (Oahu and Kauai 2020) and her articles have appeared in a number of international publications. She calls New Jersey (Philadelphia area) home. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter and read her travel tips and adventures on her website.
Melanie Reffes
Melanie is an island girl at heart . Born in... Read More
Melanie is an island girl at heart . Born in Manhattan, she now lives on the sunny island of Montreal and covers the Caribbean for a variety of publications including USA TODAY 10Best, CaribbeanTravel.com and MarryCaribbean.com. A journalist with a boatload of writer awards under her belt, Melanie's affection for the Caribbean started young when her family vacationed in Puerto Rico. An avid fan of spicy food, Melanie enjoys the diversity of Montreal - especially during the warmer months -when she's not en route to the Caribbean. She holds a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto.
Melanie Reffes
Melanie is an island girl at heart . Born in Manhattan, she now lives on the sunny island of Montreal and covers the Caribbean for a variety of publications including USA TODAY 10Best, CaribbeanTravel.com and MarryCaribbean.com. A journalist with a boatload of writer awards under her belt, Melanie's affection for the Caribbean started young when her family vacationed in Puerto Rico. An avid fan of spicy food, Melanie enjoys the diversity of Montreal - especially during the warmer months -when she's not en route to the Caribbean. She holds a Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Toronto.
Melissa Curtin
At age 20 Melissa Curtin traveled around the world... Read More
At age 20 Melissa Curtin traveled around the world on Semester at Sea, igniting her passion for globetrotting and learning about new cultures. She is a longtime educator, a Fora travel advisor, and has been a freelance travel and food writer for over 10 years - published in Lonely Planet, Fodor's, Insider, MSN, AAA World, Travel Awaits, and many more. Raised in Connecticut, she has joyfully lived in California the last 17 years splitting her time between Malibu and Palm Springs.
Melissa Curtin
At age 20 Melissa Curtin traveled around the world on Semester at Sea, igniting her passion for globetrotting and learning about new cultures. She is a longtime educator, a Fora travel advisor, and has been a freelance travel and food writer for over 10 years - published in Lonely Planet, Fodor's, Insider, MSN, AAA World, Travel Awaits, and many more. Raised in Connecticut, she has joyfully lived in California the last 17 years splitting her time between Malibu and Palm Springs.
Ramsey Qubein
Ramsey Qubein is a freelance travel journalist... Read More
Ramsey Qubein is a freelance travel journalist covering hotels, cruises, airlines and loyalty programs from around the globe. His work has appeared in numerous publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Travel+Leisure, Forbes.com, CNBC.com, AFAR, Robb Report, Readers Digest, BBC Worldwide, USA Today, NerdWallet.com and Business Traveler magazine among others. Ramsey flies more than 450,000 miles per year and has traveled to 168 countries, all seven continents and 50 U.S. states. Follow him on Instagram and Twitter or via his website.
Ramsey Qubein
Ramsey Qubein is a freelance travel journalist covering hotels, cruises, airlines and loyalty programs from around the globe. His work has appeared in numerous publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Travel+Leisure, Forbes.com, CNBC.com, AFAR, Robb Report, Readers Digest, BBC Worldwide, USA Today, NerdWallet.com and Business Traveler magazine among others. Ramsey flies more than 450,000 miles per year and has traveled to 168 countries, all seven continents and 50 U.S. states. Follow him on Instagram and Twitter or via his website.
Tamara Gane
Tamara Gane is an expert panel member for 10Best... Read More
Tamara Gane is an expert panel member for 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. She's based in Reno/Lake Tahoe and in addition to USA Today 10Best, her work has been published in Travel & Leisure, Fodor's Travel, The Washington Post, SF Gate, Houston Chronicle, Lonely Planet, and more.
Tamara Gane
Tamara Gane is an expert panel member for 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. She's based in Reno/Lake Tahoe and in addition to USA Today 10Best, her work has been published in Travel & Leisure, Fodor's Travel, The Washington Post, SF Gate, Houston Chronicle, Lonely Planet, and more.
Wendy O'Dea
Born and raised in western New York, Wendy O'Dea... Read More
Born and raised in western New York, Wendy O'Dea moved to L.A. to attend the USC graduate School of Journalism and stayed for the innovative and creative lifestyle the city offers. Other than the traffic, there's not much about California she doesn't love. You can track her gallivanting ways on Instagram via @WendyTravels .
Wendy O'Dea
Born and raised in western New York, Wendy O'Dea moved to L.A. to attend the USC graduate School of Journalism and stayed for the innovative and creative lifestyle the city offers. Other than the traffic, there's not much about California she doesn't love. You can track her gallivanting ways on Instagram via @WendyTravels .
10Best Editors
USA TODAY 10Best provides users with original,... Read More
USA TODAY 10Best provides users with original, unbiased and experiential travel coverage of top attractions, things to see and do, and restaurants for top destinations in the U.S. and around the world.
10Best Editors
USA TODAY 10Best provides users with original, unbiased and experiential travel coverage of top attractions, things to see and do, and restaurants for top destinations in the U.S. and around the world.