Epic Global Adventures

HAPPY EARTH DAY 2021 Greenland IS the new frontier in Adventure Travel! And with more people discovering how amazing a place is, the more vulnerable it becomes to over-tourism. As you know, I’m all about sustainable, responsible, regenerative travel, so I was pleased as punch to read these words from the new director of Visit Greenland, Hjortur Smarason. It sounds like he has a great grasp on how to protect Greenland from over-tourism, so expect Greenland to become a fairly e

(The following text is copied from my travel partner’s website; not my words.) DAY 1: Your Arctic expedition begins in Reykjavik, Iceland. Meet us at the airport to take our private charter flight from the Icelandic capital to Narsarsuaq, Greenland, where you’ll embark on your ship. A scenic village deep in the Tunulliarfik Fjord, Narsarsuaq is the gateway to South Greenland, surrounded by several Norse sites and hiking trails. Get ready for a great adventure ahead! DAYS 2-7:

UK Administers First COVID-19 Vaccinations: “British regulators approved the Pfizer shot Dec. 2, and the country has received 800,000 doses, enough to vaccinate 400,000 people. The first shots are going to people over 80 who are either hospitalized or already have outpatient appointments scheduled, along with nursing home workers and vaccination staff. Others must wait, and health officials have said that those who are most at risk from the virus will be vaccinated in the ear

US, Mexico, Canada Border Closure Extended Another Month: The land border closure between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico has been extended through the end of December and could last even longer as America continues to see increasing COVID-19 cases. By Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure Qantas Airlines Will Require Passengers to Get COVID-19 Vaccination Before Flying: While Qantas is the first airline so far to hint at COVID-19 vaccination requirements, it might not be the last. After

US, Mexico, Canada Border Closure Extended Another Month: The land border closure between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico has been extended through the end of December and could last even longer as America continues to see increasing COVID-19 cases. By Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure Qantas Airlines Will Require Passengers to Get COVID-19 Vaccination Before Flying: While Qantas is the first airline so far to hint at COVID-19 vaccination requirements, it might not be the last. After

*I don’t receive any compensation for these recommendations* For saving space in that tiny quart bag for liquids: Disposable/dissolving sheets of shampoo, conditioner, body/hand soap, laundry detergent, shaving cream; no more repacking used bars of soap! Or, if you still love your bars, have you tried shampoo and conditioner bars? For your favorite scent, deodorizer or bug spray, bring a refillable atomizer or an empty spray bottle and a selection of essential oils to dilute

*I don’t receive any compensation for these recommendations* For saving space in that tiny quart bag for liquids: Disposable/dissolving sheets of shampoo, conditioner, body/hand soap, laundry detergent, shaving cream; no more repacking used bars of soap! Or, if you still love your bars, have you tried shampoo and conditioner bars? For your favorite scent, deodorizer or bug spray, bring a refillable atomizer or an empty spray bottle and a selection of essential oils to dilute

This comprehensive piece, published in World Nomads, explains how your travel dollars impact the world. Although this piece focuses mainly on animal conservation, know that when you travel, you also save the lives of the people in the communities you visit. BUT! You need to travel with the “right” companies … companies that keep your money in the local economy, companies that support global gender equality, and companies that protect children, animals and the environment. We,

This comprehensive piece, published in World Nomads, explains how your travel dollars impact the world. Although this piece focuses mainly on animal conservation, know that when you travel, you also save the lives of the people in the communities you visit. BUT! You need to travel with the “right” companies … companies that keep your money in the local economy, companies that support global gender equality, and companies that protect children, animals and the environment. We,

“Travel far enough, you meet yourself.” – David Mitchell I curate custom travel itineraries for individuals and groups, and I create private pre-packaged trips for small groups of likeminded travelers, using travel partners dedicated to regenerative travel. Regenerative travel means that a location is better off from having you visit. Your money stays local, enhancing the local economy; the welfare of children, animals and the environment are protected; and global gender equa

“Travel far enough, you meet yourself.” – David Mitchell I curate custom travel itineraries for individuals and groups, and I create private pre-packaged trips for small groups of likeminded travelers, using travel partners dedicated to regenerative travel. Regenerative travel means that a location is better off from having you visit. Your money stays local, enhancing the local economy; the welfare of children, animals and the environment are protected; and global gender equa

Luxury and Hiking in Sedona, Arizona (NOT INCLUDED IN THE NOVEMBER SALE; DIFFERENT TRAVEL COMPANY) Imagine emerging from winter and 2020 with a plan to be HERE! Hiking among the famous red rocks, with a first class hotel to come back to at the end of each day. Or maybe you’d rather take a day off from hiking and spend your time in the warm sunshine at the pool, with a spa reservation before cocktail hour. You deserve this after what you’ve been through. Gather your travel bub

Luxury and Hiking in Sedona, Arizona (NOT INCLUDED IN THE NOVEMBER SALE; DIFFERENT TRAVEL COMPANY) Imagine emerging from winter and 2020 with a plan to be HERE! Hiking among the famous red rocks, with a first class hotel to come back to at the end of each day. Or maybe you’d rather take a day off from hiking and spend your time in the warm sunshine at the pool, with a spa reservation before cocktail hour. You deserve this after what you’ve been through. Gather your travel bub