Got the chance to work on a super fun show for the Cooking Channel called Taco Trip! Imagine Diners, Drive-ins and Dives with a Latin twist! Such a fun show with muchas style and flair--and plenty of moments that will make your mouth water.
The ice bucket challenge has gone viral!!! And, let's face it, there are far worse things we could be watching on the internet than frame after frame of our friends dumping ice cold water over their heads, right? As much as I chain letter in modern day time. But, hell, in the name of charity, it's a great excuse to give a little to a good cause...So, without further ado, here goes nothing!
Hot off the PRESS! A few words of advice for fellow travelers plus some stand-out stories from my adventures on the road. Check out the TRIPFILMS blog for Twelve Travel Questions with TravelingJules! Go to: http://blog.tripfilms.com/?p=544
Whatever you do, don’t think about what time it is back at home. Change your clocks right away so it’s easy to adjust to the new time zone and never look back.
3. What is the first thing you do when you get to a new place?
Seek out adventure! I always try to schedule in some free time to take a walk, wander around, do a little people watching, take a few photos, make friends with the locals, and explore.
CREDIT: Mickey Wilson
4. What place has the best food? The worst food?
Hands down, Thailand has the best food. Every meal was better than the last. I took a cooking class and learned some recipes to take home as souvenirs. Mmm! The worst food? The first time I went to Korea, I was really not a big fan of the food. Spicy octopus dishes and kimchi was not my thing. It really took some time to develop my palate. But, once I tasted bulgogi and kalbi (Korean BBQ), I was sold. Now, Korean food is at the top of my list for food! Mashisoyo!
5. What is one place that changed your outlook on life?
Thailand. This is where I learned how to fly by the seat of my pants, how to find comfort in the unknown, how to survive in a totally exotic place, how to trust others and how to trust in myself. I pushed myself to get out of my comfort zone and try new things, and I was brilliantly rewarded.
I made the spontaneous decision to book the trip after finding fun traveler friends while teaching English in Korea. We went on an amazing journey around the country—we rode elephants in the jungles of Chiang Mai, we learned how to cook curry and Pad Kai Graprow, we escaped death driving motorbikes along tuk tuks, we visited temples with Buddahs big and small, we bargained for clothes in Bangkok, we found peace in beachfront bungalows in Koh Phang Yen, and we volunteered to aid post-tsunami wreckage in Koh Phi Phi. What an adventure.
6. What is your favorite travel quote?
“Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the number of moments that take our breath away.” – Anonymous
7. Is there any music that inspires you to travel?
Every trip has its own tone and “theme song.” I love that about travel. Just like the radio, you can dial up a trip that fits your mood and then dance to the rhythm of the music.
8. What is your craziest true travel story?
That time I was in a reality TV show on Outside TV and had to camp overnight on the snow in the Colorado backcountry the middle of winter and then climb up a mountain with 50 pounds of gear on my back while producing a short film in a matter of days…yeah, that happened!
9. How do you think that travel videos can be useful to travelers, even if they aren’t filmmakers themselves?
Travel video can take you to a place way faster than an airplane. It gives you the feel of a place without the time and expense of going there. And, hopefully, the moments you see on screen will inspire you to set out on an adventure you can call your own.
10. What is the goal/philosophy of your videos?
I aim to produce informative and entertaining travel content that inspires viewers to jump out of their seat and explore this amazing planet, too. Let’s go!
11. What advice do you have for someone who wants to make travel videos?
Do it! If you love to have new experiences and document your adventures, grab your camera and let the magic happen! While making travel videos can be tons of fun, just remember, there’s no need to capture EVERYTHING. Think carefully about how you want to tell your story before you hit the red “record” button. Avoid having too much footage at the end of the day and only roll camera when everything is perfect!
12. What is your best travel tip?
Have fun. Prepare for the unexpected. Enjoy those little moments that are less than perfect, they will make for a great story.
Denver Restaurant Week is baaaack! For the first time ever, Denver's favorite annual food fest is back for a second time this year! This summer celebration lets you sample multi-course meals from hundreds of restaurants all around the city for just thirty bucks! Don't forget to make your reservations to dine during the week of August 23-29 at http://denverrestaurantweek.com.
I had the pleasure of creating a couple cute videos featuring two amazing chefs in town, Andrea Frizzi from Il Posto and Elise Wiggins from Panzano's! Enter to win a cooking lesson with one of these top chefs on Visit Denver's Facebook Page: http://denv.co/cooking
This year, I had the pleasure of filming the Aspen Aids Benefit Fashion show for a real spectacle on the runway! Much of the magic happened behind the scenes at Salon Myo, one of Aspen's newest, hottest hair salons. Models, makeup artists and hairdressers filled the space for hours leading up to the event, pumping out stunning looks left and right. The sleek pulled back ponies combined with big astro-puffs were quite mesmerizing--and even more fun to see on stage. The music, dancing and the outfits made for quite a masterpiece! I was lucky to be a part of such a great event, for a darn good cause. Check out my video here:
Here's to a snowy winter in Colorado! This season, I've been knee deep in powder covering Colorado's wintertime playground for Colorado Ski Country! In a few short months, I visited ski resorts all over the state and captured all the fun on film. From Opening Day at A-Basin to the silly Spring Skiing Shenanigans at Monarch, it's been quite a ride--I'm talking heliboarding at Silverton, Cat Skiing at Ski Cooper, and Mogul Maddness at Winter Park. Take a peek at all Colorado has to offer in the snow.
FULL 2013-2014 SEASON PLAYLIST:
INDIVIDUAL VIDEOS:
Kickin' off the 2013-2013 Ski Season on Opening Day at A-Basin
Early Season Snowmaking at Loveland Ski Area
Mountains of Savings at the 2013 Colorado Ski and Snowboard Expo
Recently, I've had the unique opportunity to travel around the state in search of ski resorts! Along the way, I've been lucky to stumble upon some really cool Colorado towns. On my trip to Wolf Creek, I discovered some spectacular scenery, a wonderful change compared to the traffic of I-70.
Not far from Wolf Creek Ski Resort, about four or five hours from Denver, I arrived in Pagosa Springs! Known for their hot spring pools, I enjoyed putting my VIP pass to good use and soaking in the hottest waters I could find. A stark contrast to the winter cold, the soothing mineral water was a real treat to my aching muscles.
Each with a unique name and temperature, one of my favorite pools was located across the lagoon--like a private 'castle of a hot tub' overlooking the property. I also really enjoyed the ones on the cliff, that overlooked the river. Great fun day or night!
While in Pagosa, I learned there are not one, not two, but three breweries in town! Riff Raff Brewing Company, was a great spot to chow down on a lamb burger and enjoy a Cherry Pomegranite Ale. It was also an easy spot to watch the sunset turn into a moon rise. Beautiful!
Pagosa Springs is peppered with colorful art shops and spectacular scenery...and it's all easy on the eyes. Just driving around town was a treat to be greeted with the incredible snow-capped San Juan Mountains behind. But, don't be fooled, the shops have a somewhat casual schedule for open hours.
Next time you're in Southern Colorado, enjoy skiing at Wolf Creek and swing by Pagosa Springs for a great mix of mountain fun and relaxation.
Recognize this voice? Wish I could take credit for the 21,000+ hits this video has on YouTube, but it's just my voice. :P Aren't the Fierce Five rad? :) USA! USA!
Hey Foodies, guess what time it is! It's Denver Restaurant Week! Over 300 restaurants are offering multi-course meals for just $30 bucks. YUMMO! Check out the promo video I made at the kick-off event at Cook Street Culinary School! Mayor Michael Hancock slices open a bottle of champagne with a sword. No biggie. Just another day at the office! Join in the fun and make your reservations now at www.denverrestaurantweek.com :P
Got the chance to work with pro snowboarder Louie Vito on this super steezy video series. Think you got what it takes to throw down like Louie? It takes a ton of work in the gym plus a the hours on snow, not to mention some killer discipline to eat right and keep your body in shape! Check it out, shredders! Behind the scenes with Louie Vito!
Qualified: Meet Louie Vito
Qualified: Louie Vito Workout Routine
Qualified: Louie Vito Nutrition
Qualified: Louie Vito On Snowboarding
Additional Edit:
Here's the final video posted after the Olympic Games, Spring of 2014
Check out my latest piece featuring pro slackliner Mickey Wilson! Mickey takes us highlining in Clear Creek Canyon near Golden, Colorado, and shows us what it takes to put your life on the line.
There's nothing like the feeling of stepping out of your comfort zone and challenging yourself to take on something new. It's scary, it's intense and it's a rush. But tackling adventure took on a whole new meaning after watching these brave women set their sights on what some would call the unthinkable. Rather than spend their days spinning around town in a wheelchair, and they leapt out of their chairs to go zip lining, kayaking and horseback riding--what a thrill! Camp Discovery invites women who are full time wheel chair users to spend the weekend in Colorado, connecting with others, and pushing themselves to the limits, always to be rewarded with great success. Watch:
Every year, I carve out a special time in my schedule to return to Vail to teach snowboarding. There's nothing better than being outdoors, feeling the snow under foot, wind in my hair, and getting paid to tour the mountain with happy people on vacation! I love meeting new people and teaching them some sweet snowboard skills to build confidence on the mountain.
The week between Christmas and New Years is one of the busiest times of year. There's plenty of hustle and bustle in this ski town. I always look forward to the New Years Eve festivities. We always ski down the mountain with flaming road flares in our hands as part of the big holiday torchlight parade and fireworks show. For me, that usually means one road flare, and one GoPro in hand. :P
Take a peek at my Christmas present to myself! Ready to roam the roads of Colorado this winter! :) Vroom Vroom!
Every year, the holidays come and go...but this year was especially festive...
A new tradition in our household, we made lefse, and it was a full team effort!
You know what they say, just a little lefse, it'll go a long way...
This year, I had a couple friends in town for Thanksgiving--Jason and Niiki from Gone with the Wynns! It was a fun reunion after our Best of the Road adventure. They came with a fully stocked kitchen inside their RV and made us some yummy homemade cinnamon swirl pancakes. Mmm.
My dad took us on a hike at Roxborough, and we went on a little photo frenzy.
As usual, I made the yiftis. And then I got to lick the bowl. Fair trade.
After a big Thanksgiving dinner, we sat down for a game of Ticket to Ride, my new obsession. My brother and dad were very serious with their strategy, and Jason and Nikki were great competitors. It was like we warped back to the Best of the Road days! Once again, they won. Can you believe it! :P
We had a FaceTime chat with my grandma in Minnesota and al our relatives...isn't technology neato! Just one of the many reasons to love your iPad.
Later that weekend, we took part in one of the silliest celebrations of the year--the Boulder SANTA CON! My friend Duzer invited us up to Boulder for some shenanigans on Pearl Street--it was quite a sight! Santas, santas everywhere!
I was the "present". :P
Too fun!
Embracing the true holiday spirit, it was fun to spend time around home around the holidays. I helped decorate the tree with ornaments we've acquired in a lifetime and I also helped make Christmas cookies! Mmm. I was lucky to spend the holidays with my family before heading up to the mountains for some winter fun.
Got the chance to work on a super fun show for the Cooking Channel called Taco Trip! Imagine Diners, Drive-ins and Dives with a Latin twist! Such a fun show with muchas style and flair--and plenty of moments that will make your mouth water.
The ice bucket challenge has gone viral!!! And, let's face it, there are far worse things we could be watching on the internet than frame after frame of our friends dumping ice cold water over their heads, right? As much as I chain letter in modern day time. But, hell, in the name of charity, it's a great excuse to give a little to a good cause...So, without further ado, here goes nothing!
1. What are three things you take on every trip? 
Seek out adventure! I always try to schedule in some free time to take a walk, wander around, do a little people watching, take a few photos, make friends with the locals, and explore.
Thailand. This is where I learned how to fly by the seat of my pants, how to find comfort in the unknown, how to survive in a totally exotic place, how to trust others and how to trust in myself. I pushed myself to get out of my comfort zone and try new things, and I was brilliantly rewarded.
Got the chance to work with pro snowboarder Louie Vito on this super steezy video series. Think you got what it takes to throw down like Louie? It takes a ton of work in the gym plus a the hours on snow, not to mention some killer discipline to eat right and keep your body in shape! Check it out, shredders! Behind the scenes with Louie Vito!
Every year, the holidays come and go...but this year was especially festive...
This year, I had a couple friends in town for Thanksgiving--Jason and Niiki from Gone with the Wynns! It was a fun reunion after our Best of the Road adventure. They came with a fully stocked kitchen inside their RV and made us some yummy homemade cinnamon swirl pancakes. Mmm.
