I believe travel should shift something inside you.
Over the years—through global adventures and time spent living abroad—I’ve come to see that the most powerful journeys aren’t about escape. They expand your perspective, spark curiosity, and open the door to relationships across cultures and landscapes you might never have known otherwise.
That’s what I strive to create through Root & Rise Travel: experiences that feel aligned with your values, your pace, and your desire to travel with purpose.
With trusted partners and a commitment to sustainability and soul, I design trips that are immersive, thoughtful, and deeply personal—crafted to inspire, restore, and stay with you long after you return.
If that sounds like the kind of travel you’re craving...
Travel Can Transform — Not Just Transport
Designing journeys that leave an imprint—on you and the places you visit.
Meet Kim
True luxury isn't about excess — it's about experiences that feel authentic, intentional, and deeply connected. Here's what sets Root & Rise apart:
Our Approach to Luxury Travel
Where exclusive access meets positive impact
We work exclusively with lodges, guides, and communities committed to protecting their environments.
Conservation-First Partnerships
Exclusive room upgrades, resort credits, and VIP treatment you can't book online.
Virtuoso Advantages
Every journey reflects your values, interests, and dreams — never a cookie-cutter itinerary.
Personalized Planning
From first inspiration to safe return, I handle every detail so you can focus on the experience.
Stress-Free Support
Through our conservation-focused partners, your trip directly funds wildlife protection, education programs, and community-owned tourism initiatives.
Lasting Impact
On safari with coffee in hand.
Favorite sunrise spot:
Quick Facts About Your Travel Planner
USA, UK and Italy (so far!).
Countries I’ve called home:
Guilty pleasure:
Castle hunting in Europe. Getting lost (and ending up in the cutest pub) is half the fun.
Travel essentials:
Re-usable water bottle and an open mind.
Philosophy:
The best trips are measured in connections, not miles.
