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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Explore this charming Nova Scotia town with Canadian firsts, historic inns, cozy pubs, and small-town cozy vibes less than an hour from Halifax.
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This pristine bay offers the same kinds of powdery beaches, turquoise waters, and tasty eateries as Seven Mile Beach, but without all the unnecessary crowds.
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Canada's top city for 2026 offers historic streets, riverfront views, landmark hotels, French Canadian dining, and plenty to experience in every season.
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A historic market town offers scenic green spaces, independent vendors, major retailers, and memorable attractions for visitors of all ages.
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Within a sprawling national park in England, there is a quaint town brimming with charming shops and delicious restaurants, alongside a famous mansion.
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Discover a laid-back lake escape near the New York-Pennsylvania border with waterfront dining, local shops, yummy eats, and scenic boat tours.
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An unusual spot for sure, this ranch is surrounded by the ocean, not typical of cattle ranches today. It's part of a much larger park with plenty to see.
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Hidden along the Potomac, this Maryland destination combines riverfront trails, paddling routes, fishing, camping, and a well-preserved historic home.
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This unassuming town near Detroit is a haven for creatives with a Broadway-worthy theater, sculpture garden, and annual festivals that highlight local artists.
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You don't know coastal luxury until you've stayed at this lauded Florida gem that offers ocean views, tasty dining options, lavish suites, and water sports.
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A medieval estate in the Tuscan countryside offers luxury suites, celebrated dining, Brunello wine, and easy access to hill towns and hot springs.
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Looking for a unique hotel stay? These extraordinary escapes offer unforgettable arrivals, scenic settings and experiences that start even before check-in.
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A hidden Hudson Valley destination offers rare access to two Frank Lloyd Wright-designed homes, scenic lake views, and one of New York's most unique tours.
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This off-grid escape in the Chesapeake Bay is only accessible by boat, making it a secluded getaway spot for visitors chasing sun, sand, and solitude.
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This beautiful park was modeled after the Netherlands and highlights traditional Dutch architecture, blooming tulip fields, and an authentic windmill.
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Head inland from West Palm Beach, and you'll find a charming wetland preserve that lets you reconnect with nature along a few short, scenic trails,
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For art and nature lovers, this stunning historic site, located in Brown County, Indiana, is a must-see destination with beautiful forests and art collections.
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United States
By Kira Reinke
There are a lot of tourist hotspots in America's capital of Washington, D.C., but if you want a local's advice about what to check out, take a look at this.
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Stroll along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, hike in the West Pennine Moors, and explore a historic estate in this charming English market town.
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St. Croix has a wildlife refuge that boasts pristine waters and white-sand beaches where sea turtles are protected from the public during their nesting season.
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Florida is full of preserved state parks where you can hike along secluded trails or see unique southern wildlife from imperiled birds to at-risk tortoises.
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This under-the-radar state park in Montana was the state's first International Dark Sky Sanctuary and is best explored via its pretty trails.
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A historic New York town near Buffalo blends beautifully preserved architecture, inviting local businesses, and experiences that keep visitors lingering.
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A former surf motel in Montauk has a fresh new look, offering coastal-inspired design, private beach access, and a convenient base for exploring Long Island.
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With miles of scenic beaches and more than a few golf courses, this destination in Florida is an underrated paradise for anyone seeking a bit of sunshine.
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Tucked in the bucolic county of Essex, Waldens Ambo is a peaceful hamlet set among medieval market towns and rolling countryside with historic architecture.
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Hailing from the Gilded Age, this mansion has set in disrepair for decades. Soon, it’ll be open for public enjoyment once again, thanks to restoration efforts.
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