My Big Adventures
Currently: kiteboarding Western Australia
Guest Speaker at Meet Plan Go!
Recent Articles
Going back to college
I didn’t realize that moving to Sydney would mean I would be returning to my college days. After two days of looking for a place to live and talking to others about their housing situations, we accepted the sad reality that we are going to not only have to share a room but also sleep […]
What happened to Tuesday???
I left SFO at 10:30 PM on Monday 11/12 and I arrived in Sydney 14 hours later at 8:00 AM on WEDNESDAY 11/14. For me, there was no Tuesday 11/13. Where it went exactly I couldn’t tell you. All I know is that for one twenty-four hour period in the history of earth, it appears […]
Bon Voyage
We made it to the airport! Today is 11/12/07. After 2 crazy days of packing and unpacking and repacking, I finally fit my stuff in only 2 bags. I ended up bringing one rolling duffle, and 1 big backpack that has a detatchable daypack. We made it through security and the Quantas guy did not […]
Who, What, When, Where, Why?
I know what you all are thinking and wondering, so let me answer your questions now: Q: Where are you going?A: Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Indonesia, Thailand and…???Q: Who are you going with?A: Lauren, my first SF friend, is also coming to Sydney.Q: What will you be doing?A: Working and travelingQ: When are you leaving?A: […]
My Travels: Where in the World have I been?
MY ROUTE: 2022 New Zealand – November 17, 2022 – December 28, 2022 MY ROUTE: 2019 Spain – October 21, 2019 – October 27, 2022 Spain – April 25, 2019 – May 9, 2022 MY ROUTE: 2017 Philippines – January 27, 2017 – March 10, 2017 Mexico, Yucatan – March 18, 2017 – March 25 , 2017 Canada, British Columbia – […]
My Videos
Van-Tastic Adventures! “Brown Water” by Aine in Laos! Best job in the world! Crossing the road in Hanoi, Vietnam Walking through the streets in Hanoi, Vietnam Kayaking through a cave – Halong Bay, Vietnam Easyrider clips from motorbike ride through the Central Highlands of VietnamElephant ride in Lat Lak, VietnamDanny singing me “California Girls”Saigon TrafficKhmer […]
Costa Rica – Volunteer Project
My first experience traveling alone and volunteering abroad occurred i Costa Rica in March 2007. How little did I know back then that this trip would be one of the most pivotal experiences of my entire life and would for ever alter my path. I worked as a volunteer at Hone Creek Elementary School in […]
Quotes Around the World
Memorable quotes during my travels… 1/18/08Kelly: “I want to go upstairs and dance!”Lauren: “We are upstairs!” 12/6/07Jenny: “I like my men rough and ready!” 11/20/07 Kelly: “Lauren, how much is this coin worth?”Lauren: “Kelly, that is a quarter!” A few of my favorite quotes before I took off… Happiness is the consequence of personal effort. […]
About Me
As I near my 30th birthday, I am embarking on an open-ended, round-the-world journey in search of new experiences, fresh perspectives, adventure, and inspiration! I was born and raised outside of Atlanta, Georgia, and while I am still a Southern Belle, five years in San Francisco has opened my eyes, mind, and heart. I am […]