23rd October 2026

Welcoming the change of seasons at The Spa at Casa Mani Resort Napa Valley

An autumn-inspired spa ritual, a hot-and-cold hydrothermal circuit, and a suite beneath the redwoods offered fresh reasons to slow down in Napa.

Spa and Beauty Today • 10th September 2026

An ocean journey with sound baths, spa days, and Wellness at Sea® aboard Crystal Symphony

A vibrational healing session while being gently rocked by waves was just one of many unexpected moments during my nearly two weeks on Crystal’s ultra-luxury Wellness at Sea voyage.

6th July 2026

The Claremont Resort & Club is a century-old wellness retreat hiding in plain sight above Berkeley

I traded my daily routine for a night at the Claremont and discovered that this Berkeley landmark offers far more than postcard-worthy Bay views.

12th May 2026

Sun, sand, and ocean waves set the stage for renewal at The Sanctuary Beach Resort on Monterey Bay

Now syndicated on MSN. My husband and I, along with our pup, chose the resort for its luxurious accommodations, thoughtful spa treatments, curated wellness rituals, and creative healthy cuisine.

Spa and Beauty Today • 8th November 2024

Spa Review: Carlo IV Wellness & Spa’s luxurious rituals and bespoke facials offer an escape to serenity in the heart of Prague

I take a deep dive into the spa offerings at this candle-lit subterranean sanctuary in a historic five-star hotel in Prague, Czechia.

Spa and Beauty Today • 8th November 2024

Czech Republic spa guide: the best spas in Prague

Prague remains one of Europe’s most in-demand destinations not only for history buffs and architecture aficionados, but increasingly for seekers of wellness and self-care.

Spa and Beauty Today • 30th November 2025

Switzerland spa guide: the best spas in Zurich

The city's spa culture adds another dimension of wellness, with establishments that blend medical precision with luxurious treatments formulated with Alpine ingredients.

Spa and Beauty Today • 30th November 2025

The best spas in Vienna offer luxury wellness experiences in palatial settings

For those seeking relief from jet lag or simply craving a dose of Habsburg-style luxury, these Viennese spas are about to become your new obsession — there's even a spa where you can even get a Sacher chocolate massage.

14th July 2024

QUOTED in the Wall Street Journal: Talking Solo Travel

I spoke to the WSJ about the allure of solo travel and my life-changing trip to the French Alps.

16th July 2024

Skeptical About Solo Cruising? How I Became a Believer

I was a cruise virgin who hit the high seas solo for 10 days. Here are 6 things I learned.

TODAY.com • 24th January 2024

QUOTED on the TODAY show: Why Solo Vacations Are Taking Off

NBC’s Emilie Ikeda and I discuss why solo travel is a hot trend.

AARP • 29th August 2024

QUOTED in AARP Magazine: Looking for Extraterrestrial Phenomena? Head West

"It sounds weird, but I don’t care if it’s weird!"

WebMD • 29th August 2025

QUOTED in WebMD: Type 2 Diabetes: The Importance of Self Care

Type 2 diabetes doesn't have to be a huge bummer (just a little one). I spoke to WebMD about ways we can take care of ourselves while navigating this chronic illness.

21st August 2025

When an insurer denies a claim, this AI tool steps in

Health insurers deny an average of one in five patient claims, but Stanford Health Care is implementing an AI-powered solution.

4th August 2025

How Stanford's innovative telehealth strategy is improving mental health access

As the demand for mental health care grows, Stanford Health Care is collaborating with virtual-first providers to support both existing lower-acuity patients and new referrals, aiming to alleviate wait times and streamline patient management.

World Travel & Cuisine • 5th August 2017

Roast Peacock, Anyone? Exploring the Kitchens of King Henry VIII

A cook in the court of Henry VIII at Hampton Court Palace might be called upon to fillet a porpoise, boil a whale, or stew eels in honey.

The Hollywood Reporter • 25th December 2018

"Monsoon Wedding" off Broadway

Mira Nair's stage adaptation of "Monsoon Wedding" is now off Broadway. I spoke to the director when she was previewing the musical at Berkeley Rep.

Salon.com • 29th January 2003

Bollywood confidential - Salon.com

How do you take your Bollywood? Old school or millennial — a sculpted hero in an Armani suit descending from a helicopter, and racing around Sydney or Amsterdam in a convertible? Then there’s the latest version, Bollywood lite, as bastardized by American filmmakers.

25th August 2019

Wellness Wire email for Healthline

At Healthline, the country's largest health information site, my wellness newsletter reached 2 million readers per week. I curated the content and wrote the headlines, blurbs, and subject lines.

5th May 2025

Stanford Medicine deploys SAINT therapy for severe depression

A powerful treatment for severe depression using magnetic brain stimulation has gone live at Stanford Medicine.