After 30 years spent in the international security industry, I know a thing or two about taking (smart) risks. That’s why, on every trip I plan, I strive to push my travel clients just beyond their comfort zones—so they can see what they’re truly capable of. Because that’s what transformational travel is all about.

My hunger for adventure has taken me to the peaks of Nepal, the depths of the Amazon Rainforest, and through the rapids of Patagonia’s frigid rivers. But it’s not just about adventure, it’s about the people I’ve met along the way who’ve shown me that we all laugh, cry, and love the same way. That’s why I’d love to design a custom journey—or have you join me for one—that challenges your mind, body and spirit … and helps you see yourself in a whole new light.

From trekking through the Amazon jungle at night, to rappelling the sheer cliff faces of Patagonia, I seek out adventure wherever I can—and I’m so excited to introduce you to some of my favorite wild places

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On Paul’s bucket list: Mongolia