I have this quirky thing about me that sometimes I intentionally don’t research too much into places I’m visiting for the first time. Sometimes, I’ll do light research or planning, but I love surprises. This started with my work in photography. I tried really hard to develop my eye and style of shooting. This led […]

In less than three weeks, I will depart for Antarctica, my first stint as an expedition team member with Intrepid Travel and Chimu Adventures. I’m ridiculously excited (more here about joining me down on the White Continent). It will be my fifth Antarctic trip and 14th polar adventure. I guess it’s safe to say I’m […]

It’s been *quite* a while since I’ve visited a verrrry Instagrammy spot or a new country. Hello Faroe Islands! We called in here on the North Atlantic Saga with Adventure Canada, spending nearly a week in the Faroes; every single day was extraordinary. I don’t think I’m far off of the mark when I say that […]

I’ve made it no secret over the years that I love Rakiura/Stewart Island. It’s my happy place.  While we didn’t get off on the best footing (my first visit was when I discovered a pod of stranded pilot whales), it hasn’t deterred me. I love it here. There’s something special about New Zealand’s third island. […]