Travel programs for global explorers and wellness enthusiasts
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN for NEW 2026 EXPLORATIONS!
Enjoy the travel experience-of-a-lifetime with my personally-escorted, Essential Earth Explorations programs! I offer small-group explorations to fascinating international destinations!
Are you looking for a fabulous and truly unique international travel adventure? How about one that’s been personally curated to include purposeful exploration of exciting cultural experiences, wellness traditions, self-discovery and unique adventures wrapped in comfort, safety and style? Then take a look at each of my programs below and let’s register you right away for one of the few, prized spots on my upcoming Essential Earth Exploration travel programs.
Relaxed Pace – Fabulous Food – Natural Wonders – Multi-Cultural Historic Sites – Turquoise Waters – Fully Guided Experience
2026 SPLENDORS OF SICILY EXPLORATION
April 27 – May 6, 2026 10 Days/9 nights
Join me on my next amazing Essential Earth Explorations program — to Sicily, a part of Italy but oh so incredibly special and unique! My Splendors of Sicily Exploration is designed to embrace the phrase “La Dolce Vita” or The Good Life, where the pace of travel includes time to truly absorb this unique culture and its people. You’ll see the balance of activities with time to rest and take in the surroundings of three distinctly different areas of Sicily. You’ll see how many purposeful interactions we’re creating with local people so you can come to love the Sicilian people and learn from their stories and lifestyle.
All of my Essential Earth Explorations travel programs include a focus on a wellness lifestyle and Sicily is no exception. Our journey through Sicily features healthy, organic food; gentle hikes and strolling walks; time to relax and take in new experiences —whether that be poolside, on a deck with a book, receiving a massage at a hotel spa, or exploring the local scene.
As you’ll discover, Sicily offers its own distinct experiences with Italian flair and a rhythm of its own. On this sun-kissed land you’ll find some of the best Greek archaeological sites in the world, Roman catacombs and aqueducts, incredible Byzantine mosaics, and stunning Arab and Norman architecture. It is a true melting-pot of diverse cultures resulting from colonization by the Greeks, Romans, Normans, French, Spanish and others. Each new invading force left its own imprint on its towns and cities, countryside, language and cuisine.
If you’re seeking a deeply memorable travel experience, surrounded by a landscape filled with history, rocky cliffs, turquoise blue waters, and sunny skies, then take a look at a few of the highlights of my Splendors of Sicily Exploration and join me for a truly special travel journey!
- Travel with our small group and Tour Manager to key areas that showcase the Splendors of Sicily
- Learn how Sicily’s food and culture are connected during our private cooking class with a local, Sicilian woman from Palermo
- Discover the strategic role Sicily played throughout history as different cultures and ethnic groups arrived and shaped what we see today.
- Explore the olive groves and taste the unique flavor of Ragusa olive oil
- Visit an organic, family farm to sample and learn about the foods they grow
- Explore a gentle hiking trail leading to Mt Etna – the tallest active volcano in Europe
- Relax on a scenic coastal boat tour to Cefalu while learning about medieval history and the island’s fishing heritage
- Experience farm-to-table dining as a way of life
- Tour historic Taormina and its spectacular Roman Greek Theater built in the 2nd Century
- Shop and sample foods from local markets and sidewalk cafes throughout our visit
- Unwind on afternoons designed for your leisure, to enjoy spa treatments or wander to explore more
- Sleep well in stunning, 4-star hotels perfectly situated to all our experiences
- Enjoy time with our fun traveling group, and on your own to explore
If you’re ready and excited to discover a truly unique part of European culture next spring and live La Dolce Vita, click on the link below to learn more about the details of this fabulous travel program! There are a very limited number of spaces available to those who act quickly to reserve their spot. My 2026 Splendors of Sicily Exploration is going to be a truly unique immersion into the people, food, history and culture of Sicily, along with the chance to experience it all at a relaxed pace. Join me!
Limited space for this truly unique Exploration and opportunity!
Peaceful pace and experience – Classic cultural workshops – Fascinating Temple visits – Professional Tour Guide – Big city excitement
2026 JAPAN ZEN EXPLORATION: The Art of Simple Living Women’s Retreat
September 24 – October 3, 2026 10 Days/9 nights
Join me in Japan where the philosophy of simple living is deeply rooted in Japanese culture. Across cities such as Tokyo and Kyoto, visitors encounter exceptional artistic achievements, remarkable natural landscapes, and rich traditions. The itinerary includes a visit to Mt. Koya with accommodation at a traditional Buddhist monastery, offering opportunities to learn about Zen and participate in meditation sessions that can be incorporated into your wellness lifestyle back home. The program explores Japan’s forests and renowned mountains, providing serene settings for contemplation. Guests will have the chance to meet local residents, stay in an authentic ryokan, and engage in cultural practices including the ritualized tea ceremony and a culinary class. my 2026 Japan Zen Exploration presents a comprehensive selection of experiences designed to immerse each of us in Japanese culture and history, making this special, small-group women’s retreat both meaningful and memorable.
If you’re seeking a unique and impactful travel experience with the unique balance of city hustle-bustle and calming experiences in nature, take a look at a few of the highlights of my 2026 Japan Zen Exploration and join me for a truly special travel journey!
- Travel with our small group and Tour Manager to key areas that showcase Japanese Zen practices and lifestyle
- Learn about Japanese food preparation in a private cooking class with a local woman
- Discover the complex history over centuries of rulers in Japan
- Witness how purposeful actions and focus impact all aspects of the culture
- Experiment with your creative spirit with a weaving workshop
- Notice the nuance of a private, Japanese tea ceremony
- Travel past awe-inspiring natural scenery in the mountains of Japan
- Step into the forest to take in a Shinrin-Yoku experience
- Stay, practice meditation, and eat meals in a Monastery to experience what life is like for Buddhist monks
- Mingle through the classic and busy streets of downtown Tokyo
- Ride a bullet train and watch the countryside move past you in rapid order
- Experience what wearing an authentic Kimono is all about
- Enjoy time with an amazing group of women friends in our traveling group, plus moments for quiet and inner peace
- And SO much more!
If you’re ready and excited to discover the Zen of Japanese culture with me, click on the link below to learn more about the details of this fabulous travel program! There are only a few spots left to those who act quickly to reserve their spot by Monday the 22nd. My 2026 Splendors of Sicily Exploration is going to be a truly unique immersion into the people, practices, wellness approaches, food, history and culture of Japan. Join me!
Limited space for this truly unique Exploration and opportunity!
Geologic Wonders – Volcanos and Geysers – Soak in Lagoons – Whale Watching – Fabulous Food- Fully-Guided Experience
2025 ICELAND EXPLORATION: The Land of Fire and Ice
October 27 – November 2, 2025 7 Days/6 nights
Join me on my latest Nordic Exploration to Iceland — a geologic and mystical show stopper! My next Exploration combines the best of nature’s wonders from the sky, to the earth and below the surface. I’ve been thinking about an Iceland Exploration for a long time – and this fall seems like the perfect time for a personally-curated, small-group travel program that offers an opportunity to experience:
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Limited space for this truly unique Exploration and opportunity!