Location
Dumfries, Virginia
School
Johnson C. Smith University, New York University
Expertise
Family travel, Adventures with kids, Resorts and dining experiences
- A self-proclaimed certified hotel hopper, Yasmine enjoys traveling and discovering new cities, activities, and restaurants.
- In 2026, she has ventured to tropical Caribbean hotspots like Puerto Rico and Turks and Caicos, visiting several hotels and resorts in between.
- With her family of six at her side while traveling, including a husband and four young children, she has become an expert on planning and budgeting for group travel.
Experience
Yasmine has worked as an entertainment journalist, writer, and editor for the last decade. Her previous work has appeared online across iconic legacy publications, including Billboard, The Hollywood Reporter, Vibe, and Parade. Lending her expertise to the TV world, Yasmine has also appeared as an on-air contributor on Fox 5's Good Day DC, in addition to serving as a red carpet correspondent for high-profile events and conducting countless celebrity interviews.
Education
Yasmine earned a bachelor's degree from Johnson C. Smith University and a master's degree in print and digital media publishing from New York University.
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Louisiana
By Yasmine Coleman 2 hours ago
This town might not be near major tourist cities, but that's part of the appeal, and its main street district has plenty to keep you busy and your belly full.
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