Travel journalist and author Lisa Niver reflects on how diving changed her life, deepening her sense of courage, presence, and connection. Her journey beneath the surface reveals why the most meaningful adventures are shaped by people, not places.
As 2025 winds down, I’m reflecting on a year full of travel, stories, and gratitude. From Caribbean waters to French Polynesian islands, I’ve journeyed with my memoir Brave-ish, now honored with its 12th award. This season of light — birthdays, Chanukah, and adventures near and far — reminds me how fortunate I am to live a life of curiosity, joy, and connection. I’m ready for the next brave-ish chapter in 2026.
My stay at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World® Resort blended everything I love about travel — elevated design, exceptional food, true relaxation, and a touch of Disney wonder — all set in Kissimmee, Florida. It’s rare to find a resort where lazy rivers, Michelin-star dining, and childhood joy coexist so seamlessly.
The work of showing up for Jewish children, of offering them identity and belonging, has surpassed valuable, and is now vital. Help us ensure that every Jewish child has someone steady in their corner as they navigate the world as it is, and the world as we hope it will become.
Thank you DEMA Show for inviting me to participate in the 2025 show in Orlando to sign my book, BRAVE-ish: One Breakup, Six Continents, and Feeling Fearless After Fifty, in the Author’s Corner.
As the Vacation Home Capital of the World®, Kissimmee offers spacious, resort-style homes just minutes from Walt Disney World®, Universal Orlando, and Central Florida’s top attractions. With thrilling theme parks, wildlife adventures, and serene natural beauty, Kissimmee is an effortless and unforgettable destination for families and group travelers.
Chef Antoni Porowski shares his top holiday hosting tips and the inspiration behind KitchenAid’s Room to Host campaign. He explains how thoughtful kitchen design and the right tools can transform seasonal cooking and entertaining.
On World Diabetes Day, Brec Bassinger continues to advocate for greater understanding of Type 1 diabetes and for everyone who, like her, lives with it. Her voice brings vital urgency to Breakthrough T1D’s efforts to improve lives and advance cures.
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.
Every summer night at the Hollywood Bowl feels like a love letter to music, friendship, and Los Angeles itself. Surrounded by the people I adore, I’ve watched the stage light up with legends — and those moments have become part of my heart.