About Not Your Typical Vacation
Hi, I'm Clint — Adventure Architect & World Traveler
I've rock climbed the "Goat Head" in Norway, canyoneered through Zion's slot canyons, swung off 300-foot cliffs in Switzerland over a glacier river, and flown doors-off over Kauai's waterfalls.
But I've also found magic in the quiet moments: sipping cocktails in secret bookshelf bars, watching fjord sunsets from Norwegian balconies, and discovering the world's best pizza in a tiny Canadian mountain town.
Want proof? Check out the photos and videos on this site. Personally taken during my adventures.
How This All Started
After every trip, the same questions kept coming:
"Can I have your itinerary?"
"How do you find these places?"
"Can you plan my next vacation?"
I started helping friends build their own unforgettable adventures — tailored to their interests, comfort level, and lifestyle. When I saw them return with stories they couldn't stop telling, I knew I had to turn this into something bigger.
Not Your Typical Vacation was born out of a simple belief: travel should be immersive, personal, and better than the overpriced, cookie-cutter packages most advisors push.
What Makes Us Different
No Commissions. No Tours. No Recycled Itineraries.
I don't earn money from hotels, tour companies, or activities — which means every recommendation is based solely on what's best for you.
Instead, you get:
✓ Fully customized travel plans based on your interests and adventure level
✓ Multiple daily options so you can choose your pace or reuse the itinerary later
✓ Flexible scheduling & backup plans because travel rarely goes exactly as planned
✓ Local dining suggestions tailored to your preferences and dietary
✓ Complete cost estimates for flights, lodging, rental car, activities, and meals — all within your budget
✓ Unique stays that immerse you in nature and culture (treehouses, glamping, cozy cabins, etc.)
✓ Travel tips that help you feel like a traveler, not a tourist. We give you the inside scoop.
Who We Plan Trips For
Every kind of explorer. Whether you're:
Chasing adrenaline with rock climbing, via ferratas, and whitewater rafting
Seeking serenity with hidden beaches, quiet chalets, and scenic drives
Traveling with family and need kid-friendly nature adventure
Planning a solo retreat, romantic getaway, or friends' trip
On a tight budget or ready to splurge on luxury adventure
We craft itineraries that match your pace, preferences, and personality.
From photography-focused journeys to cultural immersion experiences, budget-friendly nature trips to high-end luxury adventures — we design trips that leave you feeling alive, refreshed, and connected to the world around you.
My Philosophy
Experiences over excursions. I'm not here to sell you a tour. I'm here to help you get out and live a little.
Whether it's sunrise hikes, whitewater rafting, wildlife spotting, or quiet moments by the lake — I focus on creating moments that make your heart race, your soul sing, and your perspective shift.
Because the best trips aren't just vacations. They're stories you'll never stop telling.
