Caminito, Buenos Aires, Argentina

The Tapestry of Buenos Aires

An introduction to the diverse neighborhoods of Argentina’s capital city   The diverse neighborhoods of Buenos Aires, Argentina make up a vibrant tapestry, where each district offers its own unique charm and character. From the historic cobblestone streets of San Telmo to the trendy boutiques of Palermo, Buenos Aires is a city just waiting to Read more…

An airplane getting ready to land.

The Rising Costs of Air Travel

As the Travel Beyond “Air Guy,” I get asked a lot of questions about airfare and why ticket costs are currently skyrocketing. It’s not an easy question to answer, as there are several factors that have come together to drive up prices. Here are some of the reasons we are feeling more sticker-shock lately: Shortage Read more…

An African New Year’s Eve

Over the holidays, my colleague and I, along with some friends, hopped on a plane for Africa! After spending time on Safari, we headed to Zanzibar (an island off the coast of Tanzania) to refresh, relax and celebrate the new year! We stayed at a beautiful lodge and our villa had direct access to the Read more…

Honeymoon R&R at Patina Maldives

This September, immediately following our wedding, my husband Derek and I took off on the long journey to the Maldives. I’ll admit, getting to Maldives from Minnesota (or anywhere in the US) is a hike, but the 7 days we spent in paradise made the travel totally worth it. Our home away from home for Read more…

Uganda Landscape

Ugandan Activities: An Exploration of the Senses

Uganda, often referred to as the “Pearl of Africa,” is known for its diverse landscapes, rich wildlife, and vibrant cultures. Home to the source of the Nile River and numerous lakes, Uganda boasts lush greenery, fertile plains, and dense forests, including the iconic Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Kibale Forest National Park. Beyond its natural beauty, Read more…

Top 3 Reasons to Visit Uganda

The country of Uganda is home to an incredible array of regions, activities, and experiences. From Kibale National Park to Murchison Falls, there is much to do and see. So much so that visitors might not know where to start and what to prioritize. Of all the possibilities, you simply can’t miss trekking with primates, Read more…

A game drive in the Pantanal in Brazil

A Day Oncafari in Brazil’s Pantanal

Would today be our lucky day? Would we see that which had compelled us to travel over 24 hours from home to find? For what, you might wonder, were we looking? Why, the elusive jaguar, of course. And spoiler alert: yes, indeed we would find them. My colleague Jennifer Gillmore and I departed Caiman Ecological Read more…

A jaguar in the Brazilian Pantanal

Exploring the Pantanal

What is the Pantanal? Located in the Mato Grosso state of western Brazil, and spilling into Bolivia and Paraguay, the Pantanal is the world’s largest tropical wetland. Covering more than 60,000 square miles, the ecosystem is a downward sloping basin that collects run-off from the Paraguay River and its tributaries, creating an enormous internal river Read more…

Top 5 Surprises on Safari

With any upcoming trip, there are always two assurances for me. The first and regardless of prior aspirations, is that packing will begin the night before departure. The other, that my mind will inevitably wander in an attempt to envision what the ensuing days will look like. Some destinations have been visited before, so expectations Read more…