Stories by Jesse Scott

Jesse Scott is Forbes Travel Guide’s South Florida correspondent. The Fort Lauderdale-based writer covers global travel, food, entertainment and culture, bringing readers stories stemming from South Florida and global destinations. A Fredericksburg, Virginia native, he also contributes regularly to Travel + Leisure, Thrillist and Lonely Planet. Through the years, his work has also appeared in USA Today, National Geographic, BBC, Outside and Fodor’s, among dozens of other publications.

Scott has interviewed hundreds of cultural icons, including Dolly Parton, Ben Stiller, Metallica and Andre Agassi, and has authored or contributed to Lonely Planet guidebooks for Florida, Panama, the U.S., Best in Travel and Dream Trips of the World.

About Correspondent Jesse Scott

Guide, Hotels

See The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami’s New $100 Million Transformation
By Correspondent Jesse Scott

December 3, 2025

Everything you need to know about the revamp of one of South Florida’s most popular resorts.

Art, Guide

Your Complete Guide To Miami Art Week
By Correspondent Jesse Scott

November 14, 2025

As the Magic City prepares for Art Basel and other major cultural moments, here’s every must-see.

Attractions and Landmarks, Lists

10 Top Miami Attractions
By Correspondent Jesse Scott

November 3, 2025

Discover the Magic City’s most enchanting sights, sounds and scenes.

Attractions and Landmarks, Guide

How To Spend Two Days In Tampa
By Correspondent Jesse Scott

September 10, 2025

The Gulf Coast getaway is having a renaissance. Here’s where to sample its culture, cuisine and undeniable coastal cool.

Celebrities, Interviews

Ben Stiller On Perfect Trips And Travel Pet Peeves
By Correspondent Jesse Scott

July 2, 2025

The multi-talented actor/director shares his bucket list destinations, the places that influence his work and the character he’d most like to journey with.