Some of us take vacations to the same place each year, comfortable in knowing what to expect, the beach or Disney World, maybe. But many people use their vacations to travel outside their comfort zones, and open themselves up to new cultures, people, places and experiences. Joining us to explore the benefits of going off the beaten path, and how best to prepare for taking a trip somewhere you'?ve never gone before, are Simone Kuzma, owner and lead guide with , a local travel education organization; and manager of horticulture at the , , who guides expeditions to locations in the United States and around the world and is an avid outdoor and travel photographer.
For more information and to meet other adventurous travelers, check out the local group