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Celebrity Travel: Go Away With Brooke Burns

By Jae-Ha Kim, Tribune Content Agency on

Best known for her work on "Melrose Place," "Baywatch" and "North Shore," Brooke Burns says she was lucky enough to experience travel from an early age. Born in Texas, Burns moved to Europe with her family when she was a teenager. After living in France, Italy and Germany, Burns returned to the United States and launched her acting career. Burns, 37, is the host of GSN's quiz show, "The Chase." She may be seen next in the Hallmark original movie, "Gourmet Detective." Fans may follow the Los Angeles-based actress on Twitter (https://twitter.com/BrookeBurns) and Instagram (https://instagram.com/brookeburns22).

Q. What is your favorite vacation destination?

A. I can't decide between Hawaii, Cabo or Big Sur! I love the ocean, especially if it's warm. I love to paddle-board in Hawaii. I love how close Cabo is and the tranquility of being in nature up in Big Sur.

Q. To someone who was going to Hawaii for the first time, what would you recommend that they do during their visit?

A. I have a list of about 25 must do's because I've lived over there several times, so I'm pretty familiar with the ins and outs of the islands. Don't just get stuck in Waikiki, but try surfing there, especially if you're a beginner. Easy waves that even a 4-year-old can ride! Definitely hit the North Shore, swim with the wild dolphins thru Dolphin Excursions, go see the turquoise waters of the west side, try kite-surfing on the east side, hike to Makapuu Point Lighthouse at sunrise. There are a million things to do and you won't want to leave. I had a house there for a while and every time we would be leaving to come back home, my daughter would say, "Are you going to the roof to cry?" The answer was always the same, "Yes."

Q. What was the first trip you took as a child?

 

A. I was fortunate to travel a bit when I was young. Hawaii was the first, I believe. It has been a favorite destination of my family's for generations. My great-grandparents were some of the first vacationers there.

Q. What's the most important thing you've learned from your travels?

A. Have a loose plan, but be open to spontaneity. I am a bit of a guidebook freak. I like to do my research, cross-referencing locations, activities, hotels and restaurants. At the end of the day, you never know how you're going to feel, what the weather will do, the mood you'll be in for food, or if that crazy little cobblestone road will sneak up on you and demand you take it to a place unknown. Those become the best memories. Remember, traveling is about discovering new things. Be open to the unknown.

Q. Where are your favorite weekend getaways?

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