My Perfect Three Days in Albania
Discover the perfect 3-day summer escape to Albania with friends. From Tirana’s hidden gems to Berat’s ancient charm and coastal dining in Durrës.
Oceans Meet: My South African Adventure—Between History and Beauty
Discover my unforgettable 3 day trip in Cape Town full of history, nature and culture, so you can make the most of your trip too.
Skaneateles Fields: A Culinary Destination in Upstate New York’s Finger Lakes
The newest addition to Finger Lakes tourism is Skaneateles Fields Resort & Spa, a family-friendly property set on 100 acres with a full-service spa and a must-try restaurant.
Sailing Tahiti on The Jet Set TV: Why Windstar Cruises Delivers Small Ships, Big Experiences
I sailed through French Polynesia with Windstar Cruises, exploring Tahiti, Bora Bora, and beyond aboard the all-suite Star Breeze. Listen to my interview featured on The Jet Set TV with host Nikki Noya, highlighting small-ship cruising with immersive island experiences, Marina access, and dining inspired by the James Beard Foundation.
Epic Travel Stories in Pasadena Magazine: Antarctica Helicopters, Churchill Polar Bears & Ireland’s Celtic Charm
Award-winning travel journalist Lisa Niver reflects on her global adventures featured in Pasadena Magazine, from helicopter flights over Antarctica with Quark Expeditions to polar bear encounters on a Churchill Wild walking safari in Canada and sailing on Icon of the Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world at its debut. Her travels also include Ireland’s castles for the award-winning TV special Celtic Charm and a delicious surprise in Genoa, where pesto is so iconic that travelers can even bring it through airport security to fly home.
Bored Panda: I Thought I’d Seen Every Shade Of Blue, Until I Sailed Through French Polynesia
Thank you Bored Panda: I Thought I’d Seen Every Shade Of Blue, Until I Sailed Through French Polynesia I’ve spent years traveling the world, chasing landscapes that stop you in your tracks. I thought I knew blue—ocean blue, sky blue, postcard blue. Then I sailed through French Polynesia, and everything I thought I understood about … Continued
Bored Panda: Nothing Prepares You For The Scale And Beauty Of Antarctica: My Adventure Of A Lifetime
My Bored Panda article documents my journey to Antarctica with Quark Expeditions, blending photography, science, and expedition travel across the White Continent. From penguins and towering icebergs to expert guides and life onboard, it’s a firsthand look at why Antarctica remains one of the most extraordinary places on Earth.
Sailing French Polynesia with Windstar Cruises: A Return to Tahiti and Life at Sea
French Polynesia has a way of imprinting itself on you. The colors linger. The calm stays with you. And even after decades of travel to more than 100 countries, this part of the world still feels singular. Sailing with Windstar Cruises through Tahiti and the Society Islands was an entirely different experience from my earlier … Continued
The Ultimate 3 Week Travel Itinerary for Bolivia
The ultimate 3 week travel itinerary for Bolivia is an excellent overall travel route to get the best Bolivia has to offer!
Thrilled and Grateful: A Two-Time National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards Finalist
Travel journalist and podcast host Lisa Niver is a two-time finalist for the LA Press Club’s National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards, recognized for her podcast Make Your Own Map. Her award-nominated work highlights inspiring stories, engaging interviews, and adventurous travel experiences from around the world.