School
New York University
Expertise
Worldwide Travel, Pet Travel, Luxury Hotels & Spas
- Angelique is an island girl: born and raised in the beautiful island of Puerto Rico.
- By the time she was seventeen, she had traveled all over Europe and fallen in love with all of the different cultures and people.
- Angelique's biggest passions include traveling the world, exploring new cities, and writing about animals.
Experience
Angelique graduated Magna Cum Laude with a master's degree from NYU and immediately started working with local news channels. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, and has a plethora of published articles in both languages for NBC 4, Telemundo 52, L.A. STYLE Magazine, The Click News, and more. One of her biggest passions is traveling, experiencing new cultures, and learning about what makes them unique. Though Angelique is definitely a jet-setter, she loves living in Los Angeles with her dog.
Education
Angelique has an A.S. in Music Production, and a B.S. in Entertainment Business from The Los Angeles Film School. She was later inspired by her father, who was also a journalist, to complete an M.A. in Journalism from New York University.
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Destinations
By Angelique Brenes
Venice is a fixture on many bucket lists, but what if we told you there was an underrated nearby town offering similar experiences without the crowds?
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Destinations
By Angelique Brenes
Craving a European getaway without leaving the U.S.? Head to this quaint West Coast town that's all things Bavarian culture - especially during the holidays.
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Outdoor Adventure
By Angelique Brenes
You can never have enough waterfalls in your life, and everyone should be adding California's "waterfall mecca" to their bucket lists as soon as possible.
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Destinations
By Angelique Brenes
London is chaotic at the best of times, but its northern rival offers a thrilling mixture of history, music, sport, and magic with fewer crowds to deal with.
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Travel Guides
By Angelique Brenes
If you're looking for the northern lights in the United States, this quaint Midwestern vacation town in Minnesota is the coolest, cutest place to do it.
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Travel Guides
By Angelique Brenes
At an island in Croatia, tourists can find pristine beaches, breathtaking scenery, exquisite wine, and local cuisine ... all without the hassle of crowds.
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