Celebrity Travel: Go away with Kate Siegel
A: Big Sur is one of the most spectacular places on the planet. And one of the best parts of visiting is that you can experience the best parts of Big Sur on any budget. There are gorgeous campsites and one of my favorite hotels, Post Ranch Inn. Be sure to have lunch at Nepenthe and browse the gift shop there. Then head to Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park for a quick walk to an iconic Big Sur waterfall view.
Q: What was the first trip you took as a child?
A: My family traveled every year to the great American West, as my mom called it. We explored Moab, Utah, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole, Wyoming and many more. I remember it fondly now, but as a child I was very grumpy about all the hiking and driving.
Q: What's the most important thing you've learned from your travels?
A: It’s no secret that travel broadens the mind, but I don’t think you can really grasp that until you’ve left your home bubble and seen how other people live. I traveled a lot as a child, and the love of travel has stayed with me as an adult. Experiencing other cultures, other languages and meeting other people creates a compassion for humanity.
Q: Where are your favorite weekend getaways?
A: Here in Vancouver, I love to escape to Whistler for the weekend. Either skiing in the winter or hiking in the summer. And a getaway is never complete without a stop at the Scandinave Spa Whistler to soak in the outdoor hot and cold pools.
Q: Do you speak any foreign languages?
A: I speak enough Spanish to get by, but I’m limited in conversation. Languages have never been easy for me, although if I’m headed somewhere with a different primary language than English, I try to learn a few key phrases to help things go smoothly.
Q: What are your five favorite cities?
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