Danielle Bernabe Danielle Bernabe worked in hospitality for more than a decade, exploring food, beverage, and international travel. As a journalist, she finds absolute joy in sharing the world’s wonders, the expertise of those who guide our travels, and the wisdom of those who came before us. She grew up in Hawaii and New Mexico and currently lives in Los Angeles. Danielle has also lived in Italy, but if she could pick anywhere to reside, it would be the bonny banks of Scotland.• 15+ years of experience working in hospitality and travel• Contributor to National Geographic, Fortune, Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, Modern Farmer, and more• Has ghostwritten 10 books About Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is a top travel media brand with a mission to inform and inspire passionate travelers. Our expert team includes a network of hundreds of writers and photographers across the globe, all providing a local eye on the best places to stay, eat, and explore. We reach an audience that takes 76 million round trips annually, offering valuable travel tips, ideas and inspiration, and products you need to get you to your destination — whether it’s a small town or big city, beach or lake, national park or theme park, road trip, cruise, or long-haul flight, and everything in between. Learn more about us and our editorial process