A big life update: join me in the Arctic
lotI’ve made it no secret; over the years, I’ve become obsessed with polar travel. In fact, I’ve become so obsessed that I am now an expedition guide, spending roughly half…
Takaka: a golden getaway to Golden Bay
There aren’t many places in New Zealand that make me question my choice to live in Wānaka, but Golden Bay definitely did. Warm, sunny, and most importantly, cheap, Golden Bay…
How the Heaphy Track become my new favorite Great Walk
There are so many walks and tramps in New Zealand on my list that I haven’t had a chance to check out. And no matter how much I get out…
Solo female travel in your thirties? It’s so much better than you think
As the calendar ticked over in mid-May and my 36th birthday rolled around, I couldn’t help but begin reflecting on some of those scary, big questions no one really wants…
In defense of the bold and fearless weka: New Zealand’s most unruly bird
I can still remember the first time I saw a weka here in New Zealand. Traveling around the South Island, I was staying in a cute cabin in the forest…
Is this place for real? Where polar bears hunt beluga whales in Arctic Canada
I had already been living at sea for over a month aboard the Ocean Endeavour with Adventure Canada when I first heard whispers about a very special place. Deep in…
A cozy getaway in Reefton at the Brewer’s Night Inn
One of the coolest things about being a travel blogger is meeting the most interesting people. And that’s coming from someone who doesn’t consider herself a people person. Hello, fellow…
All eyes on New Zealand’s most spectacular aurora in decades
Sooooooo, about last night. Holy crap, guys! We just experienced the most incredible aurora display I’ve ever seen in New Zealand. Did you manage to take it in wherever you…
10 incredible moments from three months at sea in the Arctic
Often, I find myself reflecting on my love for the sea. I don’t know where it came from. I didn’t grow up near the ocean, nor am I much of…
A year of learning to let go
You know those people whose lives seem effortless? On the surface (social media), they appear to have everything going for them: good health, a great career, a respectable bank account,…
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