Todd Dehn

Our holiday homes are not just places to stay; they’re our cherished family getaways, and we aim to imbue that same sense of joy and comfort into every guest’s experience. Many of our clients say they come and stay at our places for to:Travel to leave our world a better place I have been fortunate to work and travel to many parts of the world and this inspires many of our guests to enjoy the unwavering commitment to care for the land, wildlife, and people. Traveling has given them the rare privilege to actively take part in so many unforgettable and truly meaningful experiences, such as: witnessing endangered turtles nesting on the beach, being safely translocated; observing an sting ray migrations and continually understanding and learning for research and monitoring purposes; helping to relocate vulnerable nests laid by an enormous and highly endangered sea turtle; experiential travel not only enables travelers to participate, engage and learn, but it also allows them to travel with purpose and to help leave our world a better place.Travel to meet different cultures Travel exposes us to different cultures and ancient traditions and through these authentic encounters, we learn to embrace and celebrate both our similarities and our differences. Travel teaches us about humanity and gives us an appreciation, understanding, and respect for different points of view and ways of life.Travel to learn Not all classrooms have four walls and travel is the best way to immerse yourself in geography, history, culture, gastronomy, languages, biology … you name it. Travel enriches the mind and educates us far beyond any textbook or travel guide. Not only do curious travelers learn about different landscapes, languages and lifestyles; glean fascinating facts while observing wild animals in their natural habitat; delve into a region’s history, and taste the local flavors; but they also learn about themselves (and each other) along the way.Travel to escape reality We all need to fall off the radar and escape reality every once in a while. Travel allows us to enjoy complete anonymity in new and unexplored territories. It gives us absolute freedom to live in the moment and it allows us to be anyone, to go anywhere and to do anything. The best part of my six-month trip around the world, way back when, was the freedom of being able to just wake up and pick a spot anywhere on the map and find a way to get there. Travel enables us to be spontaneous and seek new experiences.Travel to relax Our lives are time-starved and technology-driven and, let’s be honest, it’s not often that we actually take the necessary time to de-stress and truly switch off. Travel allows us to escape life’s daily demands, dramas and deadlines and enables us to clear our minds. It encourages us to recharge our batteries and to truly disconnect (from our phones, Wi-Fi, emails, laptops, social media, etc.) in order to reconnect (with ourselves, each other and the natural environment).Travel to explore Travel takes us out of our comfort zones and inspires us to see, taste and try new things. It constantly challenges us, not only to adapt to and explore new surroundings, but also to engage with different people, to embrace adventures as they come and to share new and meaningful experiences with friends and loved ones. Whether you seek adrenaline and non-stop activity, or unapologetic siestas and ultimate relaxation, travel gives us the opportunity to explore with an open heart and an open mind.Travel to eat One thing you’ll never find on a suggested packing list is a diet. Leave it at home! Just make sure you bring a healthy appetite and a willingness to taste new flavors and sample all of the local delicacies. Remember, mimosas are totally acceptable at breakfast and dessert is always a good idea. Indulge, go back for seconds and exercise when you get home. Travel to live out your bucket list dreams Every traveler’s bucket list is different. Whether you long to watch the sunset over Pier 66 in Clearwater, snowshoe on the side of an active volcano, witness the beautiful color changes in Wisconsin, or find your Zen on a yoga retreat in the in beautiful sands of Madria Beach Fl, if you can dream it, you can do it. Travel is the best medicine and long may it continue to take our breath away and turn us all into storytellers (and committed custodians of our precious planet).