Published Work
I've had my writing published in Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet, and other outlets. I'm always looking for new writing opportunities. If you are interested in working together, contact me on Instagram at @acacia_gabriel.
Travel + Leisure
"Thailand’s breathtaking islands, colorful cultural sights, and delicious cuisine make it a spectacular destination for both international and domestic travelers... For many Thai people, domestic travel is an opportunity to feel proud of their country’s vibrant history, well-maintained traditions, and stunning natural treasures. From tiny tropical islands to big cities, these are some of the Thai destinations they love to visit."
Travel + Leisure
"The words “monsoon season” may not inspire the average traveler to hop on a plane halfway around the world, but they would be mistaken and a bit short-sighted. With scattered showers and sunny skies, especially at the start of the rainy season, Thailand is far more approachable than your imagination would lead you to believe."
Lonely Planet
"Traveling through Southeast Asia is a rite of passage for many backpackers on a budget, but this stunning region also appeals to adventurers and nature lovers too, with people coming back year on year. Whether you are learning how to drive a motorbike or heading out in scuba gear to dive with reef sharks, Southeast Asia offers fantastic experiences at a fraction of the price found elsewhere."
Travel + Leisure
"Maybe it is shared climate anxiety or distrust in corporate America, but Gen Z is not waiting to see the world. They’re taking it by storm right now, and they are traveling in a way that is far different from other generations.
In fact, more than half of Gen Z adults are already considered frequent travelers."
Hotels Above Par
"Paso Robles is a place where owners sit and share a glass with you, winery dogs run around begging for salami, and the wines and views speak for themselves. With a welcoming community, delicious restaurants, and beautiful sites, it is an idyllic city break for foodies and wine lovers alike. If you’re ready to visit, we’ve got you covered — here’s where to stay, eat, drink, and visit during your next trip to one of the country’s budding wine-tasting regions."
Beat Magazine
"As summer heats up in Australia, Melbourne’s queer scene is excited to celebrate Midsumma, the country’s premier LGBTQIA+ cultural festival, which starts today! Midsumma runs from January 21 to February 11, 2024, and the pride celebrations will take over the city from street parties to art exhibits to a music festival at the Australian Open."
Vacationer
"Melbourne-based Abe Dunovits has been making music for decades and he is releasing his newest album, Calypso Love, this month."
Vacationer
"The first piece of advice I’ll give to young people who want to move abroad is that it probably won’t go according to plan. If you’re lucky, there will be a million twists and turns, and you’ll end up somewhere you can’t even conceive of before leaving."
Beat Magazine
"Bringing together a star-studded lineup of live music with the flavours and scenery of South Australia’s wine country, the festival promises to be an unforgettable two days in the sun. It’s all set to go down on Peramangk land, at Tomich Wines in Woodside, South Australia."
Travel + Leisure
"After the hustle and bustle of mainland Bali, getting off the boat in Nusa Penida felt like exhaling a breath you didn’t know you were holding. The island is lush, untouched, and wild. There is a spark in the air — it is equal parts exhilarating, freeing, and nerve-racking."
Vacationer
"Walking into Beans Bar in Melbourne’s Fitzroy neighborhood, guests will notice its cozy décor of leaves and mirrors that give the space a calm and natural atmosphere–a safe haven in the middle of a bustling city...
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Beans Bar is the first bar in Melbourne that’s solely dedicated to lesbian, trans, and neurodivergent patrons."
Beat Magazine
"In a blur of smoke and colourful graphics, Dope Lemon and the band took to the stage in funky, autumn-coloured suits and wide-brimmed hats...
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The classic, dreamy theatre was delightfully juxtaposed by the eccentric projections on stage. If you looked up you could see Greek statues, but if you looked forward it was like watching Rick and Morty, Midnight Gospel or some other trippy adult animation show."
Vacationer
"One of the most surprising highlights of my trip [to Bali] was a drag show that I attended at the Inklusiv Warung. The warung only hires local people, and many members of the waitstaff are deaf or hard of hearing. Throughout the drag show, the hosts taught Indonesian sign language, a tarot reader provided live readings, and local drag performers put on extravagant lip-syncing performances.
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I left the performance feeling warm and hopeful."
Youth Radio Media
"Since the death of George Floyd, artists throughout the country are transforming boarded-up buildings and city walls as their canvasses to display messages of hope and healing.
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Young artists at the forefront of this movement are using their creativity as a form of activism."