Trusted Mountain Travel Experts

For the past six years, my family and I have lived and traveled continuously around the world, visiting every continent in a 13-month span and documenting the experience as full-time travel creators. Along the way, our YouTube channels have grown to more than 700,000 subscribers, drawn not to glossy brochure travel, but to the real version: the logistics, the decisions, the tradeoffs, and the moments that don’t fit neatly into an Instagram square. After decades spent running digital marketing agencies, I co-founded ABC Trips, a luxury and adventure travel agency focused on high-touch, experience-driven travel—polar expeditions, African safaris, expedition cruising, private yachts, and deeply cultural itineraries designed for solos, couples, groups, and families. The work sits at the intersection of brokerage, storytelling, and logistics, with a strong bias toward knowing what’s genuinely worth the splurge—and what’s just good marketing. Along the way, I’ve served as a quoted travel industry source for major publications, appeared on network news segments and podcasts, and collaborated closely with leading travel brands, lodges, and expedition operators worldwide. My commentary often focuses on luxury and expedition travel, family and multigenerational travel, travel trends, and what it actually takes to design a location-flexible life that works long-term. These days, my time is split between: - Advising clients on exceptional luxury and adventure travel through ABC Trips - Serving as a media source and collaborator for journalists and brands - Continuing to explore the world with my family—still learning, still curious I’m not especially interested in chasing trends or shouting into the void. I value thoughtful questions, smart conversations, and people who care about doing things well—and enjoying the ride while they’re at it. If our paths cross, there’s a good chance we’ll have something interesting to talk about.

I am the Founder and Managing Director of Outshine Adventure, an established eco-tourism and trekking agency based in Kathmandu, Nepal. With over 15 years of hands-on experience navigating the Himalayas, I specialize in organizing high-altitude expeditions, including the Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Circuit, Manaslu Circuit, and 6,000m peak climbing (Mera Peak, Island Peak). My expertise spans Himalayan logistics, local permit regulations, altitude sickness prevention (AMS), trekking gear, seasonal weather patterns, and sustainable, community-first tourism in Nepal. I frequently advise international travelers, journalists, and adventure enthusiasts on realistic trip budgeting, local cultural etiquette, and safety protocols for trekking in the high Himalayas.

Founder and CEO of True Summit Adventures. Expedition mountaineer, Atlantic rower, and former professional polo player, private banker and Family Office Chief of Staff — turned professional adventurer and luxury travel operator. I’ve climbed extensively across the Himalaya, East Africa and the Americas, rowed the Atlantic in one of the fastest crossings in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, and was on Everest during the ill fated covid season of 2021. I’ve visited close to 100 countries and currently live in Albania, where True Summit offers heli-skiing in the Accursed Mountains. In my earlier career, I took clients from the UK to Argentina to play polo at the country’s leading estancias and alongside its best players — an experience that shaped how I think about access, curation and what high-net-worth clients actually expect from a travel operator. True Summit offers luxury adventures across five verticals — mountains, skiing, safaris, ocean and yacht adventures, and bespoke multi-activity journeys — operating in some of the world’s most remote and extraordinary environments. We run DMCs in Nepal, Tanzania and Ecuador and aim to design experiences that are unavailable through conventional operators. Where mountains are concerned, our guide roster is unlike anything else in the industry. Ed Viesturs was the first American to summit all 14 eight-thousanders — and the first person in history to do so without supplemental oxygen. Kami Rita Sherpa holds the world record for the most Everest summits of any climber alive. Karl Egloff holds fastest known times on multiple Seven Summits including Aconcagua and Kilimanjaro. David Goettler, a North Face athlete, has completed eight ascents of eight-thousanders alpine style without supplemental oxygen — among the most technically demanding achievements in modern mountaineering. I comment on luxury travel, luxury adventure travel, UHNW lifestyle, adventure / endurance sports and mountaineering. I am anti-extractive tourism and believe in giving back to the places we adventure in.

I am a trekking Guide and adventure traveller from Nepal. I have been Handling Adventure Trekking, Expeditions, cultural, and Wildlife Tours in Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan since 2006. I love showing new people new places and giving them experiences they'll never forget. I have several past and current clients recommending me and my team, whom you can contact directly. This is, in fact, our best advertisement. Now I am working with smaller and more private groups through this. I love to travel around the world and share my experiences.

I’ve spent over seven years at Yonder Travel Insurance mastering the 'fine print' so travelers don't have to. My expertise lies in deconstructing complex policy language into clear, actionable advice, whether I’m recommending the ideal plan for a unique itinerary or guiding a client through the intricacies of the claims process. By maintaining key partnerships with top insurance providers, I stay at the forefront of industry trends to provide unbiased, expert insights that help travelers maximize their benefits and navigate the unexpected with confidence. I use this experience to craft insightful responses on behalf of Yonder to further educate the public on travel insurance, which you can explore in my featured articles section.

I’m the founder of Limitless Morocco Tours and a Morocco travel expert with hands-on experience designing private tours, desert adventures, and cultural journeys across Morocco. I specialize in helping travelers experience authentic Morocco through customized itineraries, local guides, and immersive desert experiences in places like Marrakech and Merzouga. I regularly share expert insights on Morocco travel, safety, itineraries, and best practices for first-time visitors.

At Hourglass Expeditions, we are passionate about crafting group and corporate travel experiences that inspire connection, exploration, and discovery while prioritizing sustainability. Since 2017, we’ve partnered with companies, organizations, and groups of all sizes to design custom journeys throughout the globe. We ourselves have traveled to over 50 countries and territories on all seven continents, so we know a thing or two about supporting your global travel needs. Whether it’s a corporate retreat, incentive travel, or an adventure-filled group getaway, we handle every detail—from flights and accommodations to activities and event planning—ensuring an exceptional, stress-free experience. Our expertise spans both land and sea, offering tailored packages that include cultural explorations, luxury cruises, and active adventures, all curated with meticulous attention to detail. As part of our commitment to sustainability, we focus on working with eco-conscious partners, supporting local communities, and promoting travel practices that minimize environmental impact. Whether you’re exploring the pristine landscapes of Antarctica, relaxing on a Mediterranean cruise, or hosting a multi-city corporate event, Hourglass Expeditions delivers extraordinary travel experiences that meets the needs of your organization or business while creating lasting memories.

My specialty is adventure travel topics related to high profile destinations in South America like Machu Picchu, Amazon jungle, Galapagos Islands, Lake Titicaca, Easter Island and Patagonia in Chile. I've traveled extensively in South America for 18 years. I'm not a typical traveler who is an expert on mainstream stories about apps, hotels or airports. My expertise falls into niche categories about how to travel to high profile spots in South America.. For instance, how to choose the right luggage and pack for trips to remote destinations, or when to travel to the amazon jungle or Andes Mountains. Or things like how to combine multiple destinations to more than one country in South America, into a logical, efficient itinerary. What about insects and toilets? These are things I pay attention to and report on. Why do Peruvians not put seats on their public toilets? I help travelers prepare for the real world in South America. I have personally visited all these places and I have scads of tips and stories. What happens when you're traveling and you happen to run into a road block or protest? What is the health care like on the Galapagos Islands or Machu Picchu? How to prepare for and cope with travel to high altitude. What if all the entry tickets to Machu Picchu are sold out? (interestingly, we have noticed that if people translate the official website into English, ticket availability may disappear!) I follow travel trends and ticket issues at Machu Picchu. About 10 years ago I started tracking ticketing data to see how ticket availability to Machu Picchu changed each year. I discovered interesting gaps in the information I collected and the data being reported to the public. Since 2007 I've been working with native Peruvian tour guide, Vidal Jaquehua, to organize trips for small groups to South America. Including Machu Picchu, Inca Trail, Amazon jungle, Lake Titicaca, Galapagos Islands, Easter Island and Patagonia. On the Adios Adventure Travel website, we have a blog that features the latest information and updates about tickets, hiking permits and travel news that affects people traveling to Machu Picchu. We are "fixers" and we often assist travelers when they make mistakes or come across situations they don't know how to handle. My knowledge of how to travel to remote or popular destinations in the middle of nowhere in South America is specific and deep.

As the founder of Himalayan Rides and a former national mountain bike champion, I specialize in leading high-altitude motorcycle and MTB expeditions across Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. With over 20 years of experience mapping remote trails like the Great Himalayan Trail, I focus on delivering technically precise, "local-first" adventures that have been featured by Red Bull and National Geographic. My mission is to combine elite logistics with a deep commitment to sustainable, community-focused exploration.

Outdoor, travel, and lifestyle writer with over two decades of lived stories and hundreds of articles published. I have penned three books on craft beer, traveled to multiple foreign countries and every U.S. state. I currently write hunting and fishing-based articles for onX Hunt and serve on the Board of Directors for the Outdoor Writers Association of America (OWAA). I'm happy to consider traveling to your neck of the woods to create unique content.

With 10+ years of experience in the cycling travel industry, Romuald Barboteau is the Co-Founder of Veymont Travel, a boutique agency specializing in fully-supported, private cycling tours across France and Europe. Based between the Alps and Provence, he helps North American travelers discover the 'hidden soul' of France through slow luxury and off-the-beaten-path routes. From the iconic climbs of the Tour de France to secret vineyards, his focus is on merging premium logistics with authentic cultural immersion. His expertise spans from France’s most legendary destinations to its most secluded, hidden gems.

A leading expert on motorhome holidays in New Zealand. Offering practical tips, hidden-gem itineraries, and commentary on travel trends for your story, with a focus on sustainable travel. With 20 years of experience helping thousands of people explore New Zealand on the ultimate road trip. Our focus is on high-quality, sustainable travel. Available to provide expert commentary, tips, or full quotes on: New Zealand travel trends, the best self-drive itineraries (both North & South Island), tips for first-time motorhome travellers, sustainable tourism and travel in NZ, the New Zealand tourism industry

Why do some travel experiences stay with us for the rest of our lives while others disappear before we've even unpacked? That question has shaped my career. As a Travel Sommelier and founder of Hidden Travel™, I explore what transforms an ordinary trip into an unforgettable experience. After years of firsthand exploration and an earlier career in alternative medicine working with elite athletes, executives, and performers, I came to see travel differently. The most memorable journeys aren't defined by a single landmark or luxury hotel—they're shaped by hundreds of intentional decisions working together. Today, I combine that systems-based perspective with years in the field to help travelers, destinations, and hospitality brands create experiences that are more meaningful, immersive, and memorable. My work spans editorial storytelling, destination ecosystems, custom travel design, and Ageless Explorer, a movement built on the belief that our greatest adventures shouldn't have an expiration date. Learn more at JenAhana.com or contact me directly at jen@jenahana.com for media opportunities and collaborations.

I’m an outdoor adventurer who returned to the Pacific Northwest after receiving my BA degree in Media & Communications from Goldsmiths, University of London, in 2010. I live between the Olympic and Cascade Mountains, surrounded by the Salish Sea. Seeing Mount Rainier reigning over the landscape never gets old.I’ve experienced Olympic National Park beaches, mountains, and forests during all seasons. In the Cascades, I’ve summited Mount St Helens and Mount Adams and have climbed Mount Baker and Mount Rainier.The mountains are where I feel most alive, but some of my most cherished memories are of beach hikes to this region’s world-class coastline destinations.I’m committed to using my in-depth knowledge of this region to help you craft the ultimate Pacific Northwest adventure.www.sandandelevation.com

Stephen Pike is the Founder and CEO of TravRisk, a Canadian travel preparedness and Travel Risk Management expert with more than 30 years of international travel and occupational safety experience. He specializes in helping organizations and travellers make better decisions under uncertainty through practical preparedness, risk awareness, and human judgment. Stephen is the author of Beyond the Booking: Modern Travel Risk and the Rise of Duty of Care, which explores how modern travel has evolved beyond traditional safety advice and why preparedness has become an essential travel skill. His work bridges the gap between travel planning and real-world travel, focusing on the point where organizational systems, technology, and individual decision-making intersect. His areas of expertise include travel preparedness, travel safety, business travel, duty of care, ISO 31030, travel disruptions, traveller behaviour, destination risk, digital dependency, travel scams, crisis response, artificial intelligence in travel, and decision-making under pressure. He is frequently sought for commentary on breaking travel events, airline disruptions, geopolitical developments, travel technology, and the changing expectations of modern travellers. Stephen's commentary is known for translating complex travel issues into practical, actionable insights. Rather than simply describing what happened, he helps audiences understand what it means, why it matters, and how travellers and organizations can respond more effectively. His core philosophy is that preparedness—not fear—is the foundation of safer travel, and that while travel has become more connected and convenient than ever before, it has also become more complex. His work emphasizes capability, resilience, and informed human judgment as the keys to navigating today's travel environment. Stephen is available for interviews, expert commentary, podcasts, television, radio, and print media, and is committed to providing timely, balanced, and publication-ready insights that help journalists explain travel events with context and clarity.

I'm Hamid, the founder of Chegaga Travel, a Morocco-based travel company specializing in private tours, tailor-made itineraries, Sahara Desert adventures, cultural experiences, and luxury travel throughout Morocco. With more than 15 years of experience in Moroccan tourism, I have helped travelers from the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe discover Morocco through customized journeys designed around their interests, travel style, and pace. My expertise includes Morocco travel planning, Sahara Desert tours, cultural tourism, luxury travel, family vacations, private transportation, and authentic local experiences. I regularly share insights on Morocco's destinations, travel trends, safety, culture, and sustainable tourism. Since 2010, I have worked directly with travelers from the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe, helping them design personalized Morocco itineraries that combine cultural immersion, authentic local experiences, and comfortable private travel.

Miles Clark is the CEO and Founder of SnowBrains.com, the world's largest independent snowsports media outlet, reaching 10,000,000+ page views and generating 350,000,000+ social impressions annually. A professional freeskier since 2005, certified mountain guide since 2006, and Alaska heli-ski guide since 2022, Miles brings rare dual authority as both a working athlete and a media executive. He holds a degree in Molecular Cell Biology from UC Berkeley. SnowBrains has been cited by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and at National Ski Areas Association conferences. Miles has appeared as a snow and ski industry expert on Fox Weather and CNN. In 2026, SnowBrains received the Far West Ski Areas Association Bill Berry Hard News Award. With over 225 ski days per season across Alaska, Patagonia, British Columbia, Japan, Norway, and the American West, Miles offers expert commentary on avalanche safety, seasonal forecasting, resort operations, backcountry skiing, climate impacts on snowpack, and the business of ski media.

Professional Yosemite guide and founder of Yosemite Life (yosemite.life). NPS-permitted for guided backpacking trips and day hikes in Yosemite National Park under a Commercial Use Authorization. Completed all 63 U.S. National Parks over years of road trips, van life, and backcountry travel. Years of experience in Yosemite across all four seasons, including winter backpacking and snow camping. Wilderness First Aid and Leave No Trace certified. Yosemite expertise: trail conditions and route planning, wilderness permits and the recreation.gov lottery system, Half Dome permits, bear safety and food storage, high sierra backpacking logistics, campgrounds, and trip planning for first-timers through experienced hikers. Broader national parks: trip planning for any of the 63 parks, road trip routing, campground strategy, seasonal timing, park history, geology, wildlife behavior. Visitor strategy for Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Zion, Glacier, Rocky Mountain, Grand Teton, Acadia, Great Smoky Mountains, and Joshua Tree, plus remote parks like Gates of the Arctic, Katmai, Isle Royale and the Dry Tortugas. Wildlife and safety: bear encounters, wildlife encounters with elk and mountain lions, wildlife viewing ethics, solo hiking and backpacking safety, emergency preparedness, satellite communicators, backcountry navigation. Gear and preparation: backpacking and hiking gear, layering systems, ultralight packing, hiking fitness, altitude acclimatization. Photography: landscape, wildlife, night sky and astrophotography, smartphone photography outdoors. Conservation: park overcrowding, reservation systems, Leave No Trace, impacts of social media on parks, public lands policy. Van life: van build, overlanding, dispersed camping, boondocking, road trip planning, living on the road full time, mobile office setups. Remote work: Starlink for vans, Starlink Mini for backcountry, mobile routers, cellular bonding, dual-carrier mobile setups, digital nomad productivity. Small business: launching an outdoor guide business, NPS permitting, solopreneurship, transitioning from corporate tech to an independent outdoor career, running a business from the road.

I am a Central America Travel Specialist and Luxury Itinerary Designer at Mayan Gateway, with deep expertise in curating high-end, experiential journeys across Guatemala, Mexico, and the region. My focus is on connecting discerning travelers with authentic cultural heritage, sustainable luxury, and private, off-the-beaten-path expeditions. With a professional background in project management and customer experience, I specialize in the logistics of luxury travel in remote locations—from private helicopter transfers in the Mayan biosphere to exclusive access to indigenous artisan cooperatives. I am passionate about promoting Central America as a world-class destination that balances exclusivity with deep cultural respect and environmental conservation.

Sheila Hayes is a family travel expert and content creator behind SheMamaMaps, a platform dedicated to helping families travel smarter and stress-free. She specializes in real-world travel with teens, budget-friendly strategies, and maximizing points and miles. Sheila has created content across destinations including the Caribbean, Central America, Japan and the U.S., with videos reaching over 3.8 million views. Her insights focus on practical planning, family-friendly accommodations, and making travel accessible for everyday families.