From a new helicopter route to Catalina Island to doors-off flights over New York City, landings in the Grand Canyon, and a rare helicopter journey in Antarctica, this essay explores how flight reshaped one woman’s understanding of bravery, gratitude, and perspective. Through helicopters, small planes, and one unforgettable skydive, choosing to rise becomes a way of moving through the world.
As winter settles in, Americans are turning to travel planning as a form of self-care, with neuroscience showing that anticipating new experiences can boost mood, creativity, and resilience long before a trip begins. New Booking.com data reveals a surge in searches for sunny destinations and immersive experiences, underscoring how looking ahead to future travel may be one of winter’s most effective mood lifters.
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
Sailing aboard Norwegian Escape from New Orleans, this Caribbean cruise proves how service shapes the story of a voyage. From engaged ship leadership to standout entertainment and immersive ports including Cozumel, Roatán, Belize, and Costa Maya, Norwegian Cruise Line’s Freestyle Cruising turns moments at sea into meaningful experiences.
Travel journalist Lisa Niver shares why she believes in celebrating early and often, turning a birthday into a journey across Philadelphia, New York City, Toronto, Los Angeles, Orlando, and at sea. From Calder Gardens and Broadway to Canadian Thanksgiving, hockey, maple syrup farms, cruising with NCL, scuba diving, and first-time adventures, the story highlights how travel, community, and health are life’s greatest gifts.
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.
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.