Katie Riley
Location
Annapolis, Maryland
School
Johns Hopkins University
Expertise
Luxury Travel, Coastal Destinations, Foodie Finds
- Katie's favorite travel destinations include the Luberon region of Provence, the British Virgin Islands, and the Lowcountry region of the United States.
- She has won the "Best Travel Writing" Award from the National Parenting in Media Association twice.
- When not writing about her travel pursuits, Katie can be found boating and exploring the small towns of the Chesapeake Bay.
Experience
Katie has been a professional writer for more than two decades. She began her journalism career as a researcher at The Times of London and began freelance writing in 2002, specializing in travel, parenting, lifestyle and food topics. Her work has appeared in Wanderlust, Matador Network, Today.com, Coastal Style, Luxe Recess and Chesapeake Family Life. Her fiction has twice been nominated for the Best New American Voices series.
Education
Katie has a master's degree in writing from Johns Hopkins University and a bachelor's degree in English from Dickinson College.
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Stories By Katie Riley
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From luxury desert oases to waterfront retreats, these are the best U.S. destinations for a relaxing spa weekend to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit.
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Locations around the world have come to be known as celebrity couple magnets. Experience romance like the rich and famous at these luxurious vacation spots.
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These tremendous all-inclusive resorts show that the United States can do package vacations every bit as fabulously as the rest of the world.
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Whether you're a history buff or pop-culture connoisseur, these palaces, parks, and popular attractions are must-visits if you love the British royal family.
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Far from watered-down cocktails, questionable buffets, and crowded beachfronts, these all-inclusive resorts of the Caribbean exude luxury, charm, and quality.
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The City of Light is brightened by the stars who frequently visit. From museums to cafés, these are the places you're most likely to spot celebrities in Paris.