My love for travel began with family road trips across the United States. We explored Yellowstone, dug for fossils in South Dakota, camped in the Painted Desert, hiked in Glacier National Park, and watched orcas off the coast of British Columbia. I have taken a train from New York to Colorado to explore the Rockies and have hiked in the Adirondacks, the White Mountains, and the Smokies. I have even traveled to witness two total solar eclipses.

International travel became a passion when I studied abroad in Ningbo, China. Navigating a completely unfamiliar culture challenged me to grow and sparked a deep appreciation for the ways people around the world live, connect, and find meaning. I explored cities like Shanghai and Hangzhou, and visited a countryside Buddhist temple that still stands out as one of my most peaceful travel memories.

In 2021, my girlfriend (now wife) and I took our first trip to Europe. We wandered through Bern, hiked in the Swiss Alps, soaked up Tuscan landscapes from San Gimignano, explored Florence, Siena, and Pisa, and ended the trip boating on Lake Como. We learned a lot about balancing adventure with rest, and about what kind of travel truly fulfills us.

In 2024, we returned for an adventure honeymoon through Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia. We explored castles, alpine meadows, glacial lakes, Roman ruins, and medieval villages. We hiked, biked, kayaked, and made space to reflect and recharge. That trip was the result of months of thoughtful planning and years of dreaming, and it reminded me how rewarding it is to create a journey that fits who you are.

As a travel planner, I bring that same care and creativity to every itinerary I build. I love helping others turn their travel dreams into real, personal adventures they will never forget.