The Wildly Curated

Destinations

Where I Send People.

A handful of regions I know well enough to plan confidently — and care about enough to get right.

I don't try to cover the whole world. These are the destinations I've focused on — where I've done the deep research, built the supplier relationships, and can give you genuinely useful guidance rather than a repackaged brochure. The range is intentional: from a Tuscan farmhouse to an Antarctic expedition ship, the common thread is thoughtful planning and honest recommendations. If you're thinking about somewhere not on this list, ask anyway.

Patagonia & South America
South America

The end of the world, worth every mile to get there.

Patagonia & South America

Patagonia is one of those places that earns its reputation. Torres del Paine, Los Glaciares, the Carretera Austral — the landscapes are genuinely extraordinary, and the logistics are genuinely complex. Getting it right means understanding the seasons, the permit systems, the difference between a good lodge and a great one, and how to build an itinerary that doesn't spend half its time in transit.

Trip styles

  • —Multi-day trekking (W Circuit, O Circuit)
  • —Luxury lodge stays
  • —Fly-fishing expeditions
  • —Patagonia + Buenos Aires or Santiago combinations
  • —Chilean fjords by expedition vessel
Active travelers, lodge-seekers, expedition cruising
November – March
Antarctica & the Arctic
Polar

The most remote places on earth. Worth it.

Antarctica & the Arctic

Polar expedition travel is a category unto itself — and it's one I take seriously. The right ship matters enormously. So does the right cabin, the right season, and the right operator. Antarctica via the Drake Passage or the Falklands, the Arctic via Svalbard or Greenland — each has its own character, its own wildlife calendar, and its own logistical demands. I'll help you navigate all of it.

Trip styles

  • —Antarctica expedition cruising (Drake Passage)
  • —Falklands, South Georgia & Antarctica
  • —Arctic Svalbard expeditions
  • —Greenland crossings
  • —Fly-cruise options (skip the Drake)
Expedition cruising, wildlife, bucket-list travelers
Antarctica: Nov–Mar | Arctic: Jun–Aug
New Zealand & Australia
Pacific

Two countries that reward slowing down.

New Zealand & Australia

New Zealand is one of the most versatile adventure destinations on earth — multi-day Great Walks, heli-skiing, remote lodge stays, and some of the best fly-fishing in the Southern Hemisphere. Australia offers a completely different set of experiences: the Kimberley, the Red Centre, the Daintree. Both countries reward travelers who resist the urge to cover too much ground.

Trip styles

  • —New Zealand Great Walks (Milford, Routeburn, Kepler)
  • —Heli-skiing and heli-hiking
  • —Remote lodge stays
  • —Australia's Kimberley region
  • —Red Centre and Uluru itineraries
Active travel, remote lodges, fly-fishing
Oct – Apr (NZ/AU summer)
Iceland & Scandinavia
Northern Europe

Elemental landscapes. Endless light or none at all.

Iceland & Scandinavia

Iceland works in almost any season — the midnight sun in summer, the aurora in winter, the shoulder seasons for fewer crowds and dramatic weather. Scandinavia opens up a broader range: Norway's fjords and Lofoten Islands, Sweden's wilderness, Finland's lake country. I build itineraries here that go beyond the Golden Circle and the standard highlights.

Trip styles

  • —Iceland ring road and highlands
  • —Aurora hunting (winter)
  • —Midnight sun expeditions (summer)
  • —Norway fjords and Lofoten
  • —Svalbard (see Polar above)
Photography, aurora, active travel, shoulder-season travelers
Year-round (season-dependent)
The American West
North America

Underestimated. Endlessly deep.

The American West

Most people think they know the American West. Most people have barely scratched it. Beyond the national park checklist, there's a version of the West that involves remote canyon country, fly-fishing on blue-ribbon rivers, backcountry hut-to-hut routes, and ranch stays that are genuinely exceptional. I grew up with this landscape and I know where the depth is.

Trip styles

  • —Utah canyon country (beyond the Mighty Five)
  • —Montana and Wyoming fly-fishing
  • —Backcountry hut-to-hut routes
  • —Luxury ranch stays
  • —National park itineraries done properly
Active travel, fly-fishing, family adventure, road trips
Apr – Oct (region-dependent)
The Pacific Northwest
North America

Old growth, open water, and a coast that earns the drive.

The Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is one of the most underrated wilderness destinations in North America — and one of the most varied. Olympic National Park alone spans rainforest, alpine terrain, and a wild coastline in a single park boundary. Add the North Cascades, the San Juan Islands, the Oregon coast, and the river systems that draw serious fly fishers from around the world, and you have a region that rewards travelers who are willing to slow down and go deep.

Trip styles

  • —Olympic National Park (rainforest, coast, alpine)
  • —North Cascades backpacking and lodge stays
  • —San Juan Islands sea kayaking
  • —Oregon coast road trips
  • —Steelhead and salmon fly-fishing (Deschutes, Skagit, Hoh)
  • —UnCruise small-ship itineraries (Inside Passage)
Active travel, fly-fishing, photography, small-ship cruising
Jun – Oct (alpine); year-round (coast, rainforest)
Italy
Europe

The country that invented the good life — and still does it best.

Italy

Italy rewards travelers who slow down. A week in a Tuscan farmhouse with a private cook and a cellar full of Brunello. A few days in the Dolomites between hikes and long lunches. Venice in November, when the crowds are gone and the city is actually itself. I build Italy trips around depth — one or two regions done properly, not a highlights reel that leaves you feeling like you saw everything and experienced nothing.

Trip styles

  • —Tuscany: private villas, wine estates, and slow food
  • —Amalfi Coast and Puglia: coastal luxury
  • —Venice and the Veneto: off-season and off-the-beaten-path
  • —Dolomites: hiking, cycling, and mountain lodges
  • —Sicily: history, food, and volcanic landscapes
  • —Rome: private access, art, and architecture
Cultural immersion, luxury travel, food and wine, honeymoons
Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct (shoulder seasons are best)
Mexico
Latin America

More than beaches — though the beaches are excellent too.

Mexico

Mexico has a depth that most travelers never find. Oaxaca is one of the best food cities in the world, with a mezcal culture, a craft tradition, and a culinary scene that punches well above its profile. The Yucatán has cenotes, colonial cities, and jungle lodges that sit alongside some of the most important archaeological sites in the Americas. And yes, the Baja coast and the Pacific beaches are genuinely beautiful — especially when you know where to go.

Trip styles

  • —Oaxaca: food, mezcal, markets, and craft culture
  • —Yucatán: Mérida, cenotes, Tulum, and Mayan ruins
  • —Mexico City: art, architecture, and world-class dining
  • —Baja California: whale watching, fishing, and coastal lodges
  • —Riviera Maya: boutique beach properties and reef diving
  • —Copper Canyon: remote rail journeys and indigenous culture
Cultural immersion, food and drink, beach luxury, family adventure
Nov – Apr (dry season); Oaxaca year-round

Cruise Travel

Cruising — but not the kind you're thinking of.

Cruising is one of the most misunderstood categories in travel. Done right, it's one of the most efficient ways to cover remote coastlines, access places that land-based travel can't reach, and do it all without repacking every two days. The key is knowing which line fits which traveler.

Cruise ship at sea

Virgin Voyages

Premium Ocean

Adult-only, design-forward ships with a genuinely different onboard culture. No buffets, no formal nights, no kids — just well-executed food, strong entertainment, and a crowd that skews younger and more interesting than most ocean lines. Caribbean and Mediterranean itineraries. Good value at the right price point.

UnCruise Adventures

Small-Ship Adventure

Small vessels (60–90 passengers) focused on active, immersive itineraries in Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, and the Galápagos. Kayaking, skiff excursions, hiking off the ship — this is the opposite of a passive cruise. Strong naturalist guides and a genuinely adventurous clientele.

Lindblad Expeditions

Expedition

The gold standard for expedition cruising, in partnership with National Geographic. Antarctica, the Arctic, Galápagos, Baja California — expert naturalists, serious photography programming, and a commitment to the science of the places they visit. Not cheap, but worth it for the right traveler.

Ponant

Luxury Expedition

French luxury expedition line with some of the most beautiful small ships afloat. Polar routes, remote coastlines, and itineraries that combine genuine expedition access with a level of onboard refinement that most expedition lines don't match. Strong for travelers who want both.

Windstar Cruises

Small-Ship Sailing

Sailing ships and small motor yachts that access ports larger vessels can't. Mediterranean, Caribbean, and beyond — the onboard experience is intimate and unhurried, and the itineraries tend to favor smaller, less-visited ports. Good fit for travelers who find big ships overwhelming.

Seabourn

Ultra-Luxury Ocean

Ultra-luxury small-ship ocean cruising with an exceptional staff-to-guest ratio and a level of service that's hard to match. Strong expedition program (Seabourn Venture and Pursuit) for polar and remote itineraries. One of the best options for travelers who want luxury without the mega-ship scale.

This isn't an exhaustive list — I work with other operators depending on the itinerary and traveler. If you have a specific line or route in mind, ask.

Have a destination in mind?

Even if it's not on this list — get in touch. A discovery call is the fastest way to figure out whether I'm the right fit for your trip.