Location
Washington, DC Area
School
Columbia Journalism School, St. Olaf College
Expertise
Art & Design-Focused Travel, Museums & Historic Sites, Luxury Hotels
- Kira lives in the Washington, DC, area, where she enjoys exploring art museums, trying new restaurants, and walking in parks and gardens.
- She has visited nearly 40 countries and every continent except Antarctica.
- Kira focuses on travel destinations that thoughtfully blend art, architecture, and nature.
Experience
Kira is a professional writer and editor specializing in travel, art, design, and fashion. After graduating from college, Kira lived for seven years in New York City. There, she worked at a luxury travel agency writing travel guides and reviews and then as the U.S. Editor for an online magazine covering art and auctions. Kira has been excited about traveling since a young age and has had many memorable experiences, ranging from studying in India, China, South Korea, and Australia to embarking on a safari in the Serengeti and visiting Europe's greatest museums.
Education
Kira earned a master's degree in journalism from Columbia Journalism School and graduated from St. Olaf College cum laude as an English and art history major.
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Austin is one of the most iconic cities in Texas. From this trendy downtown hotel, you can enjoy epic views, nearby nature, and tons of serene relaxation.
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California
By Kira Reinke
If you're in the Bay Area in the spring and summer, take a trip to this beautiful Georgian-style estate to explore English-inspired gardens and fruit orchards.
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Travel expert Rick Steves praises the beauty of this magical Scottish valley and its majestic views, as well as the chance to enjoy musical hikes in the wild.
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Designed in a dreamy Italian Renaissance style, this storied landmark has the largest Tiffany glass portrait of any private estate in the country.
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Washington
By Kira Reinke
A lakefront city near Seattle, Washington often goes overlooked, but it's home to a relocated European castle, beaches and outdoor recreation.
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The British Virgin Islands is a fabulous beach vacation no matter which isle you go to, but one underappreciated destination is perfect for low-key travelers.
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Follow the Hudson River through New York until you find the place so beautiful it inspired an entire art movement. See what this destination has in store.
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In Anguilla’s Rendezvous Bay, make sure to visit one of the best beach bars in the Caribbean to enjoy live reggae performances with delicious BBQ and seafood.
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Two islands along the border of New York and Canada are home to fairytale castles built for wealthy business leaders at the turn of the century.
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Enjoy a waterfront wine tasting after kayaking through Chesapeake Bay’s iconic landscape on this unique excursion on Virginia’s Eastern Shore.
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What better place to relax away from noisy city roads than on the world's largest porch at this historic Michigan hotel? It's also ideal for active visitors.
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At the southernmost tip of the U.S. you'll find a Key West beach that's well worth the trek, and perfect for water sport enthusiasts and sunbathers alike.
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Looking for a hidden getaway that will remind you of the Gilded Age? This adorable town in Vermont will have you feeling like you're in another time entirely.
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Enjoy a delicious meal and the incredible landscape of the Adirondack Mountains while cruising aboard an iconic steamship with a charming atmosphere.
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Explore diverse sandy shores and coral landscapes at a Caribbean island paradise with over 300 beaches and a delicious cuisine to fuel your exploration.
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If you're dreaming of a safari, consider skipping the Serengeti and heading to this wildly underappreciated safari destination in a stunning national park.
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With heaps of Old World charm, this chalet offers warmth and comfort after a day spent skiing, hiking, biking, and otherwise exploring the wild Cascade range.
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Visitors can "glow like fireflies" when swimming in this incredible bioluminescent lagoon in the Caribbean, then cap off the night with a rum punch.
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Rhode Island may be the smallest U.S. state, but it's home to an absolute treasure of an art museum that also packs a massive historical punch.
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Hawaii has many idyllic beaches, but the island of Oahu has a hidden gem that is one of the best beaches for snorkeling, paddle boarding, and sunbathing.
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Outside of Palm Beach is another luxurious resort town with oceanfront homes. Stay at a resort and enjoy a public beach, shopping, and upscale restaurants.
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If you're seeking luxury, exclusivity, and beauty, then it doesn't get much better than this historic Venice gem you can only, but easily, access by boat.
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Shaped by volcanic activity in 1960 and 2018, this black sand beach and 125-foot-high lighthouse on Hawaii's Big Island's easternmost point are must-visits.
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A small town on the coast of Maine keeps the secret of an idyllic coastline, where sandy beaches cap off a quintessential New England retreat.
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This gorgeous resort is like a desert oasis in Los Cabos, with incredible dining experiences and plentiful views of the desert. Here's what you can expect.
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This white-washed hilltop village is a dreamy Italian getaway, with glitzy accommodation, a slew of pristine beaches, fine dining, and a historic center.
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Luxury is more affordable than may be expected at this mindfully designed hotel that sits on a lake in Germany, with Michelin-starred dining and a relaxing spa.
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