Specialties
A safari is unforgettable on its own — but in Africa, it's only part of the story. I build itineraries that pair incredible wildlife encounters with the cities, culture, food, and history that bring the region fully to life: a morning game drive followed by an afternoon exploring Cape Town's history, or a private wine tasting in the Cape Winelands.
While Southern Africa is where I know the terrain best, my network extends across the continent, so this specialty isn't limited to one country or one kind of trip. Once Africa finds its way to your heart, it never leaves.
Beyond Safari: Southern Africa:
More Than a Safari
Everyone has a photo in front of the same Roman fountain or the same Parisian café.
I go looking for what's around the corner from that — the hidden hill towns of Italy, the countryside of France that isn't in every guidebook, and places most travelers have never even considered, like Slovenia. Ask past clients about their favorite part of a European trip, and it's rarely the landmark they already knew — it's the discovery they never saw coming.
Off the Beaten Path in Europe:
The Europe Most Travelers Miss
Latin America and the Caribbean have some of the best beaches in the world — and also some of the most compelling adventure and culture just past the resort gates.
I plan trips through Peru's Sacred Valley, Ecuador's cloud forests and the Galápagos, Dominica's untouched rainforest, and Costa Rica, the country I once called home. Beautiful beaches and sunsets never disappoint — but it's the memories made from going deeper that have a lasting impact.
Beyond the Beach: Latin America & the Caribbean
More Than a Resort Stay
Some of the best trips are closer to home than you'd think. I plan road and rail journeys through the U.S. and Canada that pair vibrant cities with the small towns and hidden gems most itineraries skip — and it's always better with a national park or two along the way.
Every road trip comes with one more thing you won't get from anyone else: a custom playlist, built for your route.
Road & Rail: U.S. & Canada
Small Towns, Big Landscapes
Some places are only reachable by water — the narrow channels, remote islands, and untouched coastlines that no road or airport can get you to.
I plan expedition and small-ship cruises built around minimal impact to the marine environments you're there to experience, paired with shore excursions that go beyond the standard tour-bus stop — real encounters with local communities and wildlife, not a rushed photo op before heading back to the ship.
Sustainable & Expedition Cruising
Where Only a Ship Can Take You
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