Articles by Kristin Luna

Travel by Design

Nashville’s SoundWaves. Where Water Rides Come with a Music Twist

In the heat of the summer when the Tennessee temps are at their peak, there are few better places to be than submerged in water, floating in a wave pool or drifting down a lazy…
Road Trips

How to Get to Nashville (and What to See on the Way) from Any Direction

One reason Nashville’s popularity has soared off the charts is the relative ease with which a traveler can visit the central locale. Tennessee is bordered by eight states, not to mention positioned within a few…
Tips + Trends

Big Hat? Check. Mint Julep? Check. Here’s Your Kentucky Derby Must-Do List

Running for the roses at the Kentucky Derby each year is a rite of passage for three-year-old horses new to the starting block and one that kicks off the elusive Triple Crown race: the ultimate…
Nashville

Meet J.A. Harrison, the Nashville Magician Behind Noelle’s Sophisticated Bar Program

When asked where he grew up, J.A. Harrison immediately rattles off a list of more than a dozen places he’s called home, well-rehearsed, as if he’s answered this question many times before. The short of…
Nashville

Nashville’s Craft Cocktail Scene Is Thriving. Here’s Where to Savor the City’s Top Sips

The days of throwing back PBRs on Broadway are over. As Nashville’s star continues to shine, its cocktail scene only gets brighter with the passing years. Whether known for their innovative approach, use of unique…
Insta-Inspired Travel

Heaven Really Is a Place on Earth: Zion Is Jaw-Dropping and Insta-Ready

There may be 59 national parks spread across the United States, but Zion National Park is unique in its distinctly Southwestern feel, with undulating rock formations and bold red hues set against bluebird skies. While…
Insta-Inspired Travel

Jackson Hole and Grand Teton Are Ready for Close-Ups. Here’s How to Snap Their Pics.

Jackson Hole has long been the holy grail for outdoors photographers, as it offers the best of all worlds: a quaint mountain-town vibe with an active ski scene and a vast national park, Grand Teton,…
Nashville

Nashville’s Style Is One of a Kind. Here’s How to Capture Your Best Insta Pics.

Music City is an Instagram moment waiting to happen — with Broadway’s neon lights, pulsing live music and a boom in splashy murals, there’s so much to see, experience and capture. (Instagram has a dedicated…
Miami

The 305 is Everything. Learn Where to Snap the Hottest ‘Grams in Miami.

You’ll be hard-pressed to find a more colorful, vibrant city than Miami, a confluence of cultures with a mesmerizing dichotomy between laid-back beach scene and pulsing nightlife. Pay attention to the little things that make…
Insta-Inspired Travel

Arts, Culture and Beauty Collide in Bend. These Insta-Tips Help You Capture It All.

Bend, Oregon, may be a few hours from the closest metropolis, but it’s poised to become one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected art communities. From fine arts to the culinary arts, Bend is a…