Jill Fergus

Jill Fergus

Senior Editor

A lifelong love of travel and writing/editing has led to stints at Travel & Leisure and Hearst and now Jill’s a Senior Editor at Fodor’s. She has also written for numerous publications including In Style, Condé Nast Traveler, and The New York Times.

Q&A

  • Why do you travel?

    It’s such a big world and there’s so much to do and see—and learn, so I think travel is essential. Plus, when everything is clicking, nothing is more magical.

  • What’s the one thing you never travel without?

    Definitely books—loaded on a Kindle and also actual books (I’ve had a Kindle die on a long flight and it put me in a panic!) and lots of sunscreen.

  • City or Country?

    I love the museums, people watching, and architecture of cities but a visit to the countryside can really recharge your batteries so I’ll have to go with both.

  • What’s the first thing you do when you arrive in a new place?

    I unpack…even if it’s for one night! Then I like to get one of those cartoon-y maps from the front desk that will no doubt get you lost and go exploring.

  • Train, plane, or ship?

    I took an upscale overnight train through the Scottish Highlands once and loved it so it would be fun to do more scenic train trips.

  • Where did you have your most unforgettable meal?

    A lobster dinner in Halifax, Nova Scotia is right up there.

  • What’s on your travel bucket list?

    Vietnam and Cambodia. I’d also like to travel more in South America and see more of our national parks.

  • What’s your favorite beach in the world?

    Playa La Ropa in Zihuatanejo at sunset is pretty special.

  • What is your favorite book or genre of books?

    I like reading biographies…I’m intrigued by how prominent people get from A to B.

  • What are your favorite destinations to travel?

    Ireland, Morocco, the UK, Italy; closer to home, New York State and New England, and I could always go back to Charleston and Cape May.

Most Recent Works

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11 Stylish Hotels in Former Schoolhouses

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Are you too cool for school? Not if you want to stay in any of these hip hotels, all of which make the grade when it comes to combining contemporary design with whimsical classroom accents.
7 Best Department Store Restaurants

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It happens all the time: you're just stopping in to grab one thing and the next thing you know, you've been shopping for hours. And you're starved. Chances are, there's a fab restaurant just a floor away.
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The warm waters and fabulous beaches of the Caribbean have long been a retreat for the rich and famous. Here's our guide on where-to-go for some famous island-hopping faces.