Specialties
Regions: East Africa and Southern Africa
Travel Types: Luxury Travel, Adventure Travel, Active Travel, Family & Multi-Generational Travel, Romance & Honeymoon Travel, Primate Treks, Safaris, and Special Celebrations
Special Interests: Beach, City Tours, Conservation, History & Culture, Food & Wine, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, and Aviation
Destinations Visited
Africa: Botswana, Kenya, Morocco, Rwanda, South Africa, Tanzania, Zimbabwe
Additional Countries: The Maldives, United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, Germany, France, Italy, London, U.S. Virgin Islands, and various parts of the U.S.
Why I’m a Travel Consultant
Growing up with a father who was in the airline industry, I was lucky enough to have opportunities to travel from a very young age. Every trip was a new adventure and chance to explore unfamiliar territory, which ignited my love of exploration. The world is so vast and diverse, but travel has the ability to connect us all, allowing us to have experiences we never thought possible. Nothing brings me greater joy than making those once-in-a lifetime experiences happen for my clients. This truly is a dream job and I am so grateful to have the opportunity to expose our clients to all the wonders of our world.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management – Colorado State University
Career History
Manager at Courtyard Marriott – Jupiter, Florida
Professional Awards & Accomplishments
- Travel Agent magazine “30 Under 30” Recipient – 2023
Where I’ve lived abroad
Florence, Italy
Most Memorable Travel Experience
When I was in Marrakech, Morocco, we were hiking near the Atlas Mountains and a small nomad family invited us into their home for traditional mint tea. They showed us their farm, and their grandmother made us all homemade mint tea, showing us the traditional way of making it. We then learned that the offering of mint tea is a sign of welcoming and hospitality in Morocco. That’s when I realized why I love traveling so much: experiencing all different forms of hospitality around the world and knowing that we are all connected in that way.
Most Recent Trips
In April 2025, I traveled back to South Africa and had the incredible opportunity to experience all The Royal Portfolio properties. From Cape Town to the Winelands, to the quaint seaside town of Hermanus, then ending on safari in the Thornybush Game Reserve – it was the perfect combination of city, culture, scenery and wildlife. Cape Town will always be one of my favorite cities in the world as there is always something new to try and explore; a walking foodie tour and graffiti street art tour were highlights of this trip back to the Mother City! The Cape Winelands is always a treat to visit – sipping some of the world’s finest wines in one of the most scenic and beautiful settings and walking the charming towns of Stellenbosch & Franschhoek. Hermanus was the biggest surprise for us all and truly is a hidden gem I think everyone should make time for. I tried my hand at surfing (much harder than it looks!) and enjoyed a cooking class utilizing mussels we picked by hand just a few hours prior. The cherry on top though was our time spent in the Thornybush Game Reserve on safari. We saw all of the Royal Malewane properties and even got a sneak peek of their new tented property Masiya’s Camp. Every lodge is simply stunning and offers incredible game viewing, not to mention some of the best guiding in all of South Africa. I couldn’t think of a better way to cap off our time in this beautiful country!
In January 2024, I traveled to Tanzania with two colleagues to explore the different ecosystems the country has to offer. I was blown away at how stunning the diverse and vast landscapes are, in addition to the incredible wildlife. We started in the private Chem Chem Concession where we saw the famous tree climbing lions! It was then off to the Ngorongoro Crater which offered expansive, breathtaking views and a plethora of wildlife on the crater floor. Our next stop was the world-famed Serengeti where we witnessed the herds of the Great Migration in numbers far too high to count. To round out our trip, we spent some time in the exclusive private Grumeti Reserve where we had the best animal viewing of the entire trip, followed by our final stop in Mahale Mountain National Park to trek the chimpanzees – a truly incredible experience I will never forget!
Recommended Right Now
The best part about designing trips is getting to know my clients and creating a custom itinerary that fits them best. What I love about Africa is how diverse the continent is – and that there truly is something for everyone. Even visiting the same destinations at different times of the year can create a completely new experience.
When it comes to a location, my heart will always be in Botswana. It’s where I experienced my first safari and I love the remote ‘wildness’ one can only experience there. East Africa offers a cultural component that is specific to that region – and I can’t say I’ve ever met such genuine, lovely people as I have in East Africa. Rwanda has the scenic beauty and primate experience, which is something you will never forget. South Africa on the other hand can add a city, food, and wine component to your Big-5 safari in the Greater Kruger National Park. There’s always something new to discover in Africa!
Favorite Properties
Elephant Pepper Camp
Mara North Conservancy, Kenya
In my opinion, this camp offers the quintessential safari experience: picture views of elephants passing by in the distance as you enjoy lunch on the lawn, drifting asleep to the sounds of the bush at night outside your tent, and waking up to the songbirds ready to welcome another day. Part of the Elewana portfolio of properties, Elephant Pepper not only offers exceptional game viewing in the private Mara North Conservancy, but also a wonderful in-camp experience with the most hospitable staff, fantastic meals, and views of the vast plains. This property has everything to make you feel right at home, while still having that unique ‘Out of Africa’ touch.
Duba Plains Camp
Okavano Delta, Botswana
Part of the Great Plains Conservation portfolio of properties, Duba Plains is one of the finest camps in all of Botswana. Relais & Chateaux certified, top notch service and accommodations, some of the best food anywhere in Africa, and consistently extraordinary game viewing to boot – this property is hard to beat. A special interactive dining experience allows you to enjoy a five-star meal prepared right in front of you while engaging with their talented chefs. Each suite here also comes with a pair of high-quality binoculars and a professional camera kit (photos provided on a memory stick to take home with you) to use on a complimentary basis during your stay. Conservation is truly the heart of Great Plains, and this is prevalent across all their properties through the décor and photographs taken by Dereck and Beverly Joubert, award-winning National Geographic documentary makers and founders of the Great Plains Conservation. If you’re looking to experience the best of what the magical Okavango Delta has to offer, Duba Plains fits the bill!
La Residence
Franschhoek, South Africa
When it comes to the ultimate experience in the Cape Winelands, La Residence is it. Top notch service, breathtaking views of Franschhoek Valley, exceptional food (and of course, wine) are just a few of the highlights during a stay here. This lovely estate is part of the Royal Portfolio of properties and similar to all of their properties, designed by owner, Liz Biden, who is known for her fun and colorful décor – every room has a different color palette and theme, making each suite unique. Some of the best wineries in the world are just outside your doorstep, making this the ideal homebase to explore the surrounding area. There is also a stunning exclusive-use six-bedroom villa on property, perfect for larger groups or families. A home away from home where you are truly treated like royalty!
Lewa Wilderness
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Kenya
This lodge truly is your home away from home. From the moment you arrive, you are part of the Lewa Wilderness family. Located in the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, this is one of the only areas in Kenya where you are pretty much guaranteed to see rhinos (most days you can even see a rhino or two from the main lodge overlooking the hillside). Along with incredible wildlife viewing, the lodge offers many different activities in addition to game drives, including horseback & camelback riding, biplane scenic flights, walking safaris, community visits, and a visit to the conservancy’s anti-poaching unit headquarters. The biplane flight is something I will never forget and still one of my favorite experiences!
San Camp
Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, Botswana
There is no place on earth quite like the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans. San Camp is a traditional colonial style tented camp that has all the necessities, but still allows you to appreciate your surroundings. This area is home to desert-adapted species and while you won’t see the masses of animals you may see in other areas of Africa, you will see very rare animals (brown hyena, aardwolf, aardvark, etc.). Along with game drives, other activities include quad biking on the salt pans, a walk with the local bushmen, scenic helicopter flights, a habituated meerkat experience, and horseback riding. I will never forget quad biking to the middle of the salt pans and experiencing the deafening silence and peacefulness.
Singita Sabora Tented Camp
Grumeti Reserve, Tanzania
This property is easily my favorite in all of Tanzania. Located in the private and very exclusive Grumeti Reserve, Sabora offers the high level of luxury Singita is known for, but in a tented style camp with endless views of the vast open grasslands. It’s not uncommon to see general plains game right in camp, not to mention the incredible resident wildlife in the Grumeti Reserve. I can’t think of a better way to experience the Grumeti, and falling asleep to the sounds of the bush is just the cherry on top!