Whenever I travel, I like to see as much as I can and combine as many different destinations as possible, really experiencing what each place has to offer while also getting in some time to recharge my batteries and simply enjoy a nice quiet evening or a walk on the beach. Hawaii is one of […]

JST Celebrates All Things Wine + California Since we are focusing on California Wine Country this month, what’s better than to talk to my favorite wine experts from Golden Age Wine here in Birmingham to get the scoop on where to go in Napa and Sonoma? Co-Founder Brandon Loper is no stranger to California, having […]

Love the outdoors AND amazing food + wine? A Backroads bike trip of California Wine Country might be right up your alley. What could be better than rolling hills blanketed with vineyards as far as the eye can see, the shade of soaring redwoods, stunning rugged coastline, and some of the best gourmet food and […]

Dear travelers, It is an immense honor to share the exciting news that I have been named one of Condé Nast Traveler’s Top Specialists for 2021. It is an accolade that I am especially proud of, since I have been reading Condé Nast Traveler for as long as I can remember, and have always looked […]

Follow my journey from Charleston to Savannah and learn about the culinary wonders that await. JST Travel Style of the Month Culinary Travel Do you long to go beyond the traditional travel experience and learn more about a destination’s culture through their cuisine? Culinary travel is right up your alley. If culinary experiences are what […]

If you are looking for a laid-back part of the country with nice scenery (think Spanish moss!), beautiful architecture, lots of history, rich culture, amazing gardens, plus fantastic food, the Low Country is right for you. It is super easy to travel between Charleston and Savannah by car, and you will not run out of […]

The mere mention of the year 2020 does not make most people feel warm and fuzzy. The new year brings about restored optimism in the return to travel, and I could not be more thrilled to share my personal optimism and love for travel with you.