Portfolio

My work has been published in a variety of outlets, and I write mainly about travel, food, and wine. I enjoy writing a reported piece as much as I love crafting round-ups and profiles of interesting people. Please check out a selection of my clips below.

The Absolute Best Restaurants in Santa Barbara

The Absolute Best Restaurants in Santa Barbara
March 7, 2022 | Thrillist

20 Reasons to Drive to Santa Barbara

20 Reasons to Drive to Santa Barbara
February 25, 2022 | Thrillist

10 Reasons to Drive to Mammoth Lakes

10 Reasons to Drive to Mammoth Lakes
February 15, 2022 | Thrillist

This California Ski Destination Is a Hidden Gem for Dining and Drinking

This California Ski Destination Is a Hidden Gem for Dining and Drinking
January 18, 2022 | Thrillist

Where to Eat and Drink in Palm Springs

Where to Eat and Drink in Palm Springs
December 3, 2021 | Thrillist

10 ways to experience Palm Springs for free

10 ways to experience Palm Springs for free
November 18, 2021 | Lonely Planet

2022 Go List: Long Beach, California

2022 Go List: Long Beach, California
November 16, 2021 | Fodor's Travel

The best neighborhoods in Palm Springs for foodies, architecture lovers and shoppers

The best neighborhoods in Palm Springs for foodies, architecture lovers and shoppers
November 11, 2021 | Lonely Planet

The 8 Best Breweries in Las Vegas

The 8 Best Breweries in Las Vegas
November 5, 2021 | Condé Nast Traveler

Explore Southern California on these top 5 day trips from Palm Springs

Explore Southern California on these top 5 day trips from Palm Springs
November 3, 2021 | Lonely Planet

See the stars (and planets) at these 10 California hotels

See the stars (and planets) at these 10 California hotels
October 29, 2021 | USA Today 10Best

A Grand (Rail) Tour of Switzerland

A Grand (Rail) Tour of Switzerland
September 24, 2021 | The Travel Magazine

A Guide To Boozy Brunch In Long Beach

A Guide To Boozy Brunch In Long Beach
September 10, 2021 | The Infatuation

Go here, not there: 5 great alternatives to famed LGBTQ meccas

Go here, not there: 5 great alternatives to famed LGBTQ meccas
August 11, 2021 | Orbitz

8 tips, tricks and tools for planning a great LGBTQIA vacation

8 tips, tricks and tools for planning a great LGBTQIA vacation
June 15, 2021 | Orbitz

How the World’s First LGBTQ+ Mariachi Band Celebrates Pride

How the World’s First LGBTQ+ Mariachi Band Celebrates Pride
June 10, 2021 | Fodor's Travel

8 outdoor spas that are pure bliss

8 outdoor spas that are pure bliss
April 30, 2021 | Orbitz

What’s Actually Safer? Flying Commercial or Taking a Private Jet?

What’s Actually Safer? Flying Commercial or Taking a Private Jet?
April 19, 2021 | Fodor's Travel

Are Casinos Safe During the Pandemic? I Went to Several to Find Out

Are Casinos Safe During the Pandemic? I Went to Several to Find Out
March 26, 2021 | Fodor's Travel

7 hotels that play a starring role in your favorite books

7 hotels that play a starring role in your favorite books
March 25, 2021 | CheapTickets

Great hotels that put you in the heart of the gayborhood

Great hotels that put you in the heart of the gayborhood
March 25, 2021 | Orbitz

Out & About: Anaheim’s Arabia

Out & About: Anaheim’s Arabia
July 26, 2023 | Westways Magazine

Person of Interest: Artist Linda Wooters

Person of Interest: Artist Linda Wooters
July 1, 2023 | Orange Coast Magazine

2023/24 Huntington Beach Destination Guide

2023/24 Huntington Beach Destination Guide
June 1, 2023 | Editor & Contributor

2023 Visit Anaheim Destination Guide

2023 Visit Anaheim Destination Guide
February 1, 2023 | Editor & Contributor

I visited LA’s new Blockbuster pop-up bar and it was like stepping back into the ’90s

I visited LA’s new Blockbuster pop-up bar and it was like stepping back into the ’90s
December 7, 2022 | Business Insider

The Best Restaurants In Mammoth

The Best Restaurants In Mammoth
December 6, 2022 | The Infatuation

Where to Eat and Drink Near SoFi Stadium

Where to Eat and Drink Near SoFi Stadium
December 2, 2022 | Thrillist

Find the best Las Vegas experience for you: 10 trips sorted by travel type

Find the best Las Vegas experience for you: 10 trips sorted by travel type
November 30, 2022 | USA Today 10Best

10 of the best restaurants, breweries and bars in Wyoming’s capital

10 of the best restaurants, breweries and bars in Wyoming’s capital
November 11, 2022 | USA Today 10Best

The Insider’s Guide for Exploring Henderson’s Water Street District

The Insider’s Guide for Exploring Henderson’s Water Street District
October 28, 2022 | Thrillist

8 Essential Experiences for Adrenaline Junkies in Las Vegas

8 Essential Experiences for Adrenaline Junkies in Las Vegas
October 14, 2022 | Thrillist

See inside the cabin and cockpit of a luxury Aero jet

See inside the cabin and cockpit of a luxury Aero jet
September 17, 2022 | Business Insider

The Best Weekend Brunch Spots in Long Beach

The Best Weekend Brunch Spots in Long Beach
August 10, 2022 | Thrillist

The 8 Best Immersive Art Experiences in Las Vegas

The 8 Best Immersive Art Experiences in Las Vegas
August 8, 2022 | Thrillist

10 Places You Need to Visit in the Las Vegas Arts District

10 Places You Need to Visit in the Las Vegas Arts District
July 21, 2022 | The Discoverer

Essential LGBTQ Bars and Dance Clubs to Visit in Palm Springs

Essential LGBTQ Bars and Dance Clubs to Visit in Palm Springs
June 28, 2022 | Thrillist

The Best LGBTQ Bars for Drinking and Dancing in Long Beach

The Best LGBTQ Bars for Drinking and Dancing in Long Beach
June 7, 2022 | Thrillist

35 Essential Restaurants You Need to Try in Orange County

35 Essential Restaurants You Need to Try in Orange County
April 27, 2022 | Thrillist

Exploring Anaheim’s “Little Arabia”

Exploring Anaheim’s “Little Arabia”
April 20, 2022 | Good Day LA

The Insider’s Guide to Exploring OC’s Little Arabia District

The Insider’s Guide to Exploring OC’s Little Arabia District
March 22, 2022 | Thrillist

Find the perfect Palm Springs getaway for you: 10 hotels sorted by personality

Find the perfect Palm Springs getaway for you: 10 hotels sorted by personality
March 14, 2022 | USA Today 10Best

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Shaena Stabler, Editor & Publisher, Stu News LagunaLaguna Beach, CA
Danielle writes with great warmth and inclusiveness – bringing the reader into “her fold” as if they are her own family going on an intimate trip with her. She paints the natural world with exceptional beauty through her words too.
Samantha Dunn, Executive Editor, COAST MagazineSanta Ana, CA
“Would that every freelance writer had such a talent for a nice turn of phrase, the Swiss clock precision of meeting deadlines and the amenable attitude towards suggested improvement that Danielle commands. That would make every editor’s life a dream.”
Allene Symons, Author of Aldous Huxley’s HandsSanta Ana, CA
Danielle was a great help to me before my book launch in so many ways. She designed a website and even solved the problem of incorporating several complicated graphics I wanted to include. She also helped with press releases and provided overall hand-holding, and she was always responsive when I had questions. That meant a lot to me too. I recommend her highly!