Return of the Beast
What happens when a caged creature can only dream of the wild?
Sri Lanka: Searching for the Stilt Fishermen
In Sri Lanka, some treasures require true patience to catch.
Cuba Part 2: When the Lights Come On in Havana
The darkness and light of my last days in Cuba.
Cuba Part 1: When the Lights Go Out in Havana
In Havana, I learn that life can be electric…if you’re lucky.
My World Journey, Month 12: Awakening
The final month of my year of adventure is an eye-opening experience.
Gods of the Mexican Sun
In Mexico, I see miraculous ancient sights in a new light.
My World Journey, Month 11: Unbecoming Me
Sometimes finding yourself is really about losing yourself.
Costa Rica: The Cloud Walker
In the mountains of Costa Rica, I go for a walk in the clouds.
In Central America, the Jungles Howl
In Panama and Costa Rica, nature speaks to me in swirling sounds.
Postcards from Galapagos | A Photo Essay
I find a way to capture the most magical moments of my Galapagos Island adventure.
My World Journey, Month 10: Of Sharks and Salsa
In my 10th month of travel, I come face to face with my fears.
Bogotá, Colombia: The Ghosts of El Dorado
In Colombia, I hunt for history and discover golden treasure.
My World Journey, Month 9: A New Year to Live
During my 9th month of travel, I celebrate a happy New Year.
Taiwan: The Road to Heaven
In Taipei I learn to look closer to find hidden beauty.
Sri Lanka: Where the Wild Things Are
I venture into the absolute wildest regions of Sri Lanka.
The Taj: Enduring Love | A Photo Essay
I discover a new perspective at India’s most dazzling gem.
My World Journey, Month 8: Jumping Tracks
Challenges and changes color the eighth month of my adventure.
Going Out with a Bang in India
Experiencing the Festival of Lights in India’s city of death.
The Underwater Worlds of Gili
Off the coast of Bali, I dive in and discover strange new worlds.
My World Journey, Month 7: Inward Safari
In my 7th month of travel, I explore the jungles of my own mind.
Ubud, Bali: Eat Stay Love
My first week in Indonesia has me feeling incredibly thankful.
Angkor, Cambodia: The Light and the Ruins
At sunrise, I set out to explore the amazing temples of Angkor Wat.
True Tharu Tribes of Nepal | A Photo Essay
A look inside the colorful world of one of Nepal’s indigenous tribes.
My Mt. Everest
I take off for a sky-high view of the world’s mightiest mountain.
My World Journey, Month 6: Happiness Hopping
In my 6th month of travel, I focus on finding my happy places.
Trekking Vietnam, Part 2: Good Morning, Vietnam
A 3-day mountain trek teaches me that I can survive and thrive.
Trekking Vietnam, Part 1: Mud, Sweat & Fears
Can I survive a 3-day trek through the mountains of Sapa, Vietnam?
Vietnam: Where Dragons Descend
Dragon boats and chaotic bus rides mark my adventures in amazing Halong Bay, Vietnam.
My World Journey, Month 5: Calm to Chaos
In my 5th month of travel, I experience the good and bad of major change.
Why Irish Eyes Smile
On my voyage through the Emerald Isle, I encounter historic gems and a tall tale or two.
Midnight in Budapest
I check out Budapest’s famous ruin pubs on a magic full-moon night.
My World Journey, Month 4: Alone But Not Lonely
In my fourth month of travel, I learn valuable lessons from my mother.
Coasting Through Croatia
I discover the secret beauty of Europe’s fastest rising star.
True Greek Myths
In Greece, I come away with epic stories of legendary sights.
My World Journey, Month 3: Odysseys & Independence
Musings from my 3rd month of travel across 3 countries and 3 continents.
Up in the Air: A Turkish Balloon Ride
What better way to discover an ancient land than from a few thousand feet in the air?
Itchin’ for Egypt: 5 Days in Cairo
In Egypt I experience unforgettable wonders…plus, challenges I’d rather forget.
My World Journey, Month 2: The Fast Track to Africa
From Portugal to Africa, I experience the ups and downs of traveling with good friends.
Into the Sahara! My Camel Trekking Adventure
I embark on a camel trek through the Sahara desert in Morocco and (barely) live to tell the tale.
Marrakech: It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad Medina
In red-hot Marrakech, I learn that a Moroccan adventure comes with its own rules and risks…
Pouring in Portugal
Rain, shine and sweet, sweet wine.
My World Journey, Month One: ¡Viva España!
A truly great journey changes you inside and out: What I’ve learned from my first month of world travel…
Chasing the Flamenco
I go on the hunt for ‘real’ Flamenco dancing through Spain’s stunning southern Andalusia region.
The Magical Dragon Caves of Majorca
They say the Island of Majorca is the most stunning place on Earth. They were right.
