Travel, culture, cocktails and beautiful places
Not all trips derive from a desire to see a major European city, a famous landmark, or a national park. Some trips are inspired by…
I often say, “I wish I were an heiress,” sometimes to my dad, who responds, “Yeah, me too, kid.” Unfortunately, I am a mere working…

Hi, I’m Jenna – a Los Angeles-based traveler drawn to places with character, history, good restaurants and side streets worth wandering. A Girl Named Gin is my collection of travel guides, reflections, favorite finds and places worth remembering.
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