New Beginnings & New Dreams

Hey Explorers,

Happy New Year!

Can you believe we’ve officially stepped into 2026?

I’ve spent the last few days looking back at our 2025 photo albums—from the golden sunsets of Sumba to the crystal-clear waters of Karimunjawa, Raja Ampat, and beyond—and my heart is just full.

It wasn’t only those perfect, big-sky sunsets that stuck with me. The chaos of the flat tires on the way to the port for the Karimunjawa crossing, the night the electricity went down at our accommodation in Raja Ampat, and those quiet “reinvent yourself” moments at the end of the day—those are the stories we’ll tell and laugh about for years to come.

It means a lot to have a community that chooses curiosity over convenience every single time. I know that sometimes things get unexpectedly rugged and tough. Ha!

But a new year is also a time for new dreams.

Whether you are dreaming of standing on a new peak, diving into deeper waters, or finally finding the courage to join our trips you’ve been putting off—let 2026 be the year those dreams take flight – if it leads you to a better version of yourself!

From the depths of my heart, thank you for trusting me with your time and your travels. This year, let’s go deeper, Explorers! I can’t wait to discover something new with you all. :)

See you outdoors!