Expertise
Family Travel, Beach Vacations, Solo Travel
- Nola has traveled on tours and solo; she believes each has its own merits.
- She's cruised, backpacked, and gone hydrofoiling in the Caribbean, Europe and Asia.
- Nola still dreams about the breakfast buffets in Hong Kong and Positano.
Experience
A veteran journalist with nearly two decades of experience, Nola has written for such publications as WWD, Los Angeles Business Journal, Palm Springs Life, W, Los Angeles magazine, the Los Angeles Times, and more. Her work has also taken her everywhere, from Las Vegas and Miami to Hong Kong, covering fashions, trends, and designers pulsating in these communities. Traveling has imbued her with worldly street smarts to dodge those pesky pickpockets and ensure her wallet and camera are never stolen again.
Education
Nola studied broadcast journalism and political science at USC
She earned an MBA at Pepperdine University.
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Oregon
By Nola Sarkisian-Miller
Consider this interesting slice of Oregon as your retirement community to enjoy access to towering mountains, a flowing river, exceptional amenities, and more.
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Pennsylvania
By Nola Sarkisian-Miller
Immerse yourself in American history, along with wine culture and shopping, in this small Pennsylvania town that claims to have invented Memorial Day.
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California
By Nola Sarkisian-Miller
Named one of the best sandwich shops in the country, this California eatery offers creative and offbeat menu items on the way to breathtaking nature spots.
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Hawaii
By Nola Sarkisian-Miller
If you spend time on the island of Kauai, be sure to stop by this small town known for its coffee farm, sugar plantation history, and sailing tours.
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Virginia
By Nola Sarkisian-Miller
With over 900% growth, this Virginia suburb is a rising star in the U.S.; boasting fantastic amenities, rich history, and outdoor bounty, it's easy to see why.
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Cruises
By Nola Sarkisian-Miller
Many tempting bonus purchases on cruise ships will run you a pretty penny, and not for the right reasons. Here are the money-wasters you should avoid and why.
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Connecticut
By Nola Sarkisian-Miller
This artsy Connecticut town is a must-visit New England charmer with countless galleries, unique history museums, hiking trails, and quaint bed and breakfasts.
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