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Kristin Braswell

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Travel journalist specializing in culture, design, food & wine, and luxury travel.

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The New Caribbean Hotels Worth Planning a Trip to This Winter, From Cancun to Jamaica

The New Caribbean Hotels Worth Planning a Trip to This Winter, From Cancun to Jamaica

After pandemic setbacks, renovations, and years of planning, a number of Caribbean hotel debuts have finally …

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Canouan Is the Charming Caribbean Island You Need to Visit Next

Canouan Is the Charming Caribbean Island You Need to Visit Next

"Oh, you mean Grenada?" It's the question I get repeatedly after telling my friends that I've just returned f…

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Among the Vines: A Wine Lover's Tour of Burgundy

Among the Vines: A Wine Lover's Tour of Burgundy

Driving through Burgundy for the first time, I can't help but feel a bit intimidated. Though I studied the re…

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In a Year Without Carnival, One Writer Reflects on the Meaning of This Quintessential Caribbean F...

In a Year Without Carnival, One Writer Reflects on the Meaning of This Quintessential Caribbean F...

Around this time of year, the Caribbean is usually awhirl with color, costumes, and jubilant noise. As the pa…

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Rum Cocktails that Celebrate the Diversity of Drinks From the Caribbean and Beyond

Rum Cocktails that Celebrate the Diversity of Drinks From the Caribbean and Beyond

If the first image that springs to mind when you hear " rum cocktail" is a frozen drink punctured with a colo…

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Airlines Are Picking Routes Based on Family Travel Patterns

Airlines Are Picking Routes Based on Family Travel Patterns

"I think we will see the trend continuing, of course at a slower rate given the pandemic," she says. "If rece…

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10 Most Common Things Tourists Forget to Pack for Europe, According to a Hotel Concierge of 30+ Years

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By Kristin Braswell
| Travel + Leisure Verified
If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Credit: Ziga Plahutar / Getty Images Perhaps no person in the travel hospitality world receives more questions on the ground than a hotel concierge. From making the most coveted restaurant reservations to sharing favorite lesser-known landmarks, a concierge’s tips can make or break a great travel itinerary.
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The Chicest Hotels In Los Angeles, From Malibu To Beverly Hills

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By Kristin Braswell
| The Zoe Report Verified
(Travel) California cool personified. by Kristin Braswell just now @santamonicaproper Los Angeles is a city of distinct contrasts, where serene coastal vibes seamlessly blend with the glamour of Hollywood. Amidst this dynamic landscape, premier hotels cater to those seeking maximum comfort, balmy afternoons, and unparalleled views of the Pacific or the Hollywood Hills.
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The Chicest Hotels In Los Angeles, From Malibu To Beverly Hills

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By Kristin Braswell
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food news 4 hours ago Mini Bacon And Gruyère Quiche Cups Recipe Tasting Table - Michelle McGlinn • 4h Creamy, custardy, and customizable, quiche is a powerhouse breakfast, brunch, or light lunch that is both filling and easy to make, all while being … Gardening 4 hours ago Why Your Roses Aren’t Blooming—and How to Get Them Flowering Again Martha Stewart Living - Madeline Buiano • 4h Lack of sunlight, poor soil quality, and over-fertilizing are just a few reasons.
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Awards

Caribbean Tourism Award

2018 - Best Feature by a Diasporan Journalist as well as Most Outstanding Entry

Kristin Braswell, a travel writer and founder of CrushGlobal Travel, received Best Feature by a Diasporan Journalist as well as Most Outstanding Entry overall for “Empathy Not Embargoes,” an article chronicling her experience in Cuba for Essence. “Receiving these awards is an incredible honour as both a journalist and lover of the Caribbean,” Braswell said.

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