@lorirackl

Freelance travel writer. Former travel editor at Chicago Tribune and before that, Sun-Times. Suffers from incurable wanderlust. HMU: lorilynrackl@gmail.com

 Sonoma County, California
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Happy to have contributed two entries to @Frommers "Best Places to Go in 2026" list. One of my picks is the city where I was born (but that has nothing to do with why I chose it). Check out the whole list here: frommers.com/tips/news/fromm…

Frommer's Best Places to Go in 2026

Our popular list of travel recommendations for the year is here!

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I’ve got dibs on this Halloween costume.
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From berbere-smothered brisket to kung pao pork belly burnt ends, these innovative spots are shaking up traditional Texas 'cue. My latest for AAA Explorer: ace.aaa.com/publications/foo…
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Avalon Waterways’ New Ship is a Dreamy Way to Do the Douro travelcurator.com/cruises/av… via @travelcurator

Avalon Waterways River Boat Cruise On The Douro – Travel Curator

The Douro is having a moment as riverboat cruises are rolling out. A highlight is the custom-made for the Douro, Alegria by Avalon Waterways.

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via ⁦@nytimestravel⁩ Great guide to one of the prettiest spots on the planet by ⁦@ElaineGlusac⁩. nytimes.com/2024/03/20/trave…

A Cheapskate in Monterey (Gift Article)

We put the California county, known for its exclusive towns and fancy golf courses, to the frugal test, combining a hefty dose of stunning nature with affordable restaurants, budget lodgings and a...

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midwestliving.com/on-set-wit… I've watched every episode of #TopChef, but the upcoming season in Wisconsin is extra special to me, not only because I heart America's Dairyland but because I got to write the cover story about it for #MidwestLiving!

The Stars of Bravo's Top Chef on Cast Changes, Farm Stands and Filming in Wisconsin

Kristen Kish, Gail Simmons and Tom Colicchio talk about the new cast and filming Season 21 of Bravo's Top Chef in Wisconsin.

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What’s better than a new running track at #MemorialPark in #Houston? A new running track and free beer, courtesy of @EurekaHeights
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Inca ruins, without the crowds: Choquequirao is larger than Machu Picchu but harder to reach, and that’s what makes it special thestar.com/life/inca-ruins-… via @torontostar

Inca ruins, without the crowds: Choquequirao is larger than Machu Picchu but harder to reach, and...

Believed to date to the 15th century, Choquequirao is tucked away high in the Peruvian Andes.

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7 Reasons You Should Stop in the Lakeside City of Manitowoc, Wisconsin midwestliving.com/travel/wis…

7 Reasons You Should Stop in the Lakeside City of Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Buzz is building in this Lake Michigan city whose name plays an outsized role in pop culture. Recent improvements to the downtown and waterfront are giving Manitowoc a fresh look— without sacrificing...

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Different and delicious: Spain’s Basque Country will leave you hungry for more @HoustonChron @lorirackl bit.ly/3qkSPsw
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Wisconsin Stars in the Next Season of "Top Chef" midwestliving.com/travel/wis…

Wisconsin Stars in the Next Season of Top Chef

Television’s long-running culinary competition is headed for Wisconsin with a new host, Kristen Kish, who grew up in Michigan.

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Peak excitement: Ditch the car and explore ‘America’s Mountain’ by foot, bike and train chicagotribune.com/travel/ct…

Peak excitement: Ditch the car and explore ‘America’s Mountain’ by foot, bike and train

The panoramic views from the top of Pikes Peak inspired English professor Katharine Lee Bates to write a poem. Her words would become “America the Beautiful,” one of the most patriotic songs in the...

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Last Time Hollywood Writers Went on Strike, Landry Killed a Guy on ‘Friday Night Lights’ texasmonthly.com/arts-entert…

Last Time Hollywood Writers Went on Strike, Landry Killed a Guy

The show’s infamous second season was shortened because of the strike, but that’s not the whole story.

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Fun read. Doesn't sound like a fun ride. But definitely a fun read. I Biked the I-35 “Hell Route” From Austin to San Antonio So You Don’t Have To texasmonthly.com/travel/biki…

I Biked the I-35 “Hell Route” From Austin to San Antonio

Cycling for eighty miles along a busy highway frontage road isn’t exactly a wise idea, but I found a perverse enjoyment in it. 

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No more blue check mark, but at least my space ship didn’t explode this morning
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Getting wild in the Galápagos Islands — and closer to home at the Houston Zoo houstonchronicle.com/lifesty… via @houstonchron

Getting wild in the Galápagos Islands — and closer to home at the Houston Zoo

A family trip to remote archipelago comes full circle with visit to Houston Zoo’s new...

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A tasty guide to eating and drinking in Alabama’s Gulf Shores by @ReganStephens : White-Sand Southern Beach Town Is a Seafood Lover’s Dream foodandwine.com/alabama-gulf… via @foodandwine

This White-Sand Southern Beach Town Is a Seafood Lover’s Dream

Gulf Shores, Alabama, is the perfect destination for seafood, cocktails, and white-sand beaches — and it's only an hour drive from Florida’s Pensacola airport.

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As @BravoTopChef launches its 20th season tonight, here’s my take for @hemispheresmag on how the culinary competition has influenced what we watch and eat. Thank you @ellencarpenter for the opportunity! hemispheresmag.com/inspirati…
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Long line for a Trill Burger at #HoustonRodeo. Hope it’s worth it.
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Follow up: it was
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