Travel
2025
Croatia
These photos are from my junior year trip to Croatia, and even though I’d been once before, going back was unforgettable. The country is so beautiful that every view feels like it belongs on a postcard, and getting to experience it all with friends made it even better. The food was incredible, and wandering through small coastal towns and historic cities gave us a mix of adventure and relaxation that I’ll never forget. Some of my favorite moments were out on the Adriatic—sailing from place to place, throwing together quick meals on the boat, swimming in the warm water, and picking up a few sailing techniques along the way. At night, we’d stay up late playing endless card games, laughing about the day, and knowing how lucky we were to be there. It was the kind of trip that sticks with you long after it’s over, and it’s an experience I’ll always be grateful for.
Jelly Fish in Croatia
My Friends and I
On the Sailboat
Looking over Dubrovnik
Resting in Dubrovnik
2025
Panama
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In this photo, I sit with my dad in front of a lovely dinner and looking over the beautiful Panama city. This short, 1 day trip to Panama ended up being an incredible adventure. I learned about yet another piece of the world and experienced a place I know I’ll return to someday. This trip was extra special as I was able to spend some quality time with my dad and enjoying time together in a stunning city.
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After missing our layover flight from Brazil to California, my dad and I got stuck in Panama for 24 hours. While getting stuck somewhere seems upsetting, this ended up being one of the most incredible short adventures. While in Panama with my father, I was able to learn about the aqueducts, the Panama canal and more. In the photo, my dad and I ended up being face to face with monkeys. As an animal lover, this was truly an incredible experience.
2024
Hawaii
Here are a couple photos I took while on a walk. I was on the big island in Hawaii with my family when I looked over and saw this beautiful scene. Seeing these types of things while being with my family makes me so incredibly grateful and reminds me of the beauty in this world.
Maui at Nighttime
Moonrise on Big Island
2022
London
Here I am, posing with my family in front of Big Ben. My trip to London was filled with amazement and awe as I saw a new piece of Europe and connected the history and stories I had learned to this new place. I traveled here after visiting Germany and experienced a different culture and different people. This trip was amazing and I know for certain, I will return their one day.
8th Grade Trip
Arizona & New Mexico
During our eighth-grade class trip to a Native American reservation in Arizona, my classmates and I had the opportunity to give back through community service, helping a local man build his home after a day of rafting on the river that runs through Native land.
It was one of the most memorable experiences of my life. Sitting together, listening to his stories, and working side by side to support the community felt deeply meaningful. This trip marked the end of an era, our final adventure together after eight years of friendship. I’ll always remember the sense of connection, gratitude, and purpose we shared that day.
2021
Italy
Visiting Venice was straight up incredible. This is a place I’ve always wanted to travel to because of its uniqueness. This photo shows me on my first Gondola ride as I soaked in the incredible architecture. This trip with my parents was unforgettable and showed me an incredible new place.
2021
Croatia
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Rowan and Ella Croatia
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In this photo I sit with my family, about to eat dinner in front of the setting sun and beautiful walls in Dubrovnik. This trip was incredibly special to me because I was able to see a whole new part of the world. Aboard the sailboat, I saw countless islands and people, while learning about the rich history from the boat's captain. Above it all, I was able to spend time bonding with my family and creating more memories together.
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After a long day of sailing and wakeboarding across the Adriatic sea, I sit in front of a setting sun on a dinghy with my family. This is just another unforgettable trip with my family.
2018
Spain
I watched an incredible 2-2 game with Sevilla vs. Barcelona (my favorite team). This photo was taken in Swaevilla on a family trip to Spain. This trip was incredible, ranging from fantastic food to inspiring architecture and changed my outlook on where I wanted to live as an adult. After this trip, I knew I wanted to come back, wether it be a semester abroad in college or just spending some time exploring the wonders of barcelona. This photo specifically shows me at a soccer match in Sevilla where I watched the home team face off my personal favorite, Barcelona. It turned out to be an incredible game ending in a 2-2 score and an amazing appearance from Messi.