ABOUT
Traveller. Photographer. Storyteller.
And the voice behind The Wandering Life.
Darren and I make the most of every opportunity to explore the world together, returning home to Australia between adventures and to the life we love with our much-loved fur baby, Jazz.
The Wandering Life exists because travel has changed our lives in ways that go far deeper than we ever expected.
It’s given us perspective, gratitude, resilience and a deeper connection: to the world, to each other and to ourselves.
We created this space to share what we’ve learned along the way and to help you feel confident to explore the world your way.
From backpacks to boutique hotels. Every kind of travel has taught us something unforgettable.
One of the most challenging and rewarding things we’ve ever done.
Discovering an entirely new world beneath the surface and falling in love with the ocean.
Because there’s always another horizon calling our names.
The spark that sets us in motion.
The unexpected places that open our eyes.
The people, places and moments that stay with us.
The moments that change how we see the world and ourselves.
The quiet moments that help us make sense of it all.
The experiences and stories that shape a life well lived.
We will stay curious.
We will wander deeply.
We will connect truly.
And we will keep wandering.
I’m a retired chartered accountant who specialised in forensic accounting. That experience influences how I research, plan and share travel content, from analysing costs and value to understanding risks and how to avoid them. You’ll see this perspective in many of our practical guides and planning articles.
I served nearly a decade on the board of a major animal welfare organisation in Australia, with one of the largest wildlife hospitals in the Southern Hemisphere. It deepened my commitment to ethical travel and to making choices that protect the wildlife and places we love.
Between adventures, we return home to Australia. Darren still works, while I enjoy the freedom of retirement and start dreaming about our next trip.
And when we’re home, we don’t stop exploring. We turn our attention to our own backyard. From stunning coastlines to lush hinterlands, we take every chance to discover more of what makes Australia so special.
Jazz is always ready for walks, cuddles and new adventures. Our sweet girl Indy is now over the rainbow bridge, but she will always be part of our story and forever in our hearts.
Places we’ve explored and stories we’ve brought home.
Practical advice from real experience to make travel easier.
A step-by-step guide to planning your first overseas trip, from dream to departure.
Getting out there and giving it a go, from glacier walks to learning to dive.
Capturing the moments that stay with us long after we leave.
Respecting the places we visit and the people and wildlife we meet.
We won’t pretend to know everything or have all the answers. What we do share is real experience, honest advice and the lessons we’ve learned, so you can create your own moments of awe.
Lisa & Darren
A life shaped by curiosity, connection and the moments that quietly change us.
Until next time… keep wandering.
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