A Year of Adventures and New Beginnings

Jenny Revesz • January 1, 2025

A Year of Adventures and New Beginnings


As 2025 starts, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the incredible experiences and adventures that have made 2024 so memorable. It's been a year of new beginnings, personal growth, and, of course, plenty of adventure—just the way I like it!

The year began with a wonderful trip to London and the Cotswolds in January, where I had the chance to soak in the beauty of the English countryside and the vibrant city life. It was the perfect way to kick off the year and set the tone for all the adventures that followed.


I also took up a new hobby this year—pickleball! I roped Ian into playing, and to our surprise, we’re both thoroughly enjoying it. It's become a fun way to stay active, and I think we’ll be playing for many years to come.

Marley, our spirited Duck Tolling Retriever, and I have been busy with agility competitions. I’m proud to say that we're doing really well! Her energy and drive continue to impress me, and it’s been such a joy seeing her excel in these challenges.

In September, I had the opportunity to test out the HX Fritjold Nansen on a short trip to Seattle. It was the perfect way to experience the ship firsthand and ensure it’s just as incredible as I want it to be for my clients. The experience was nothing short of amazing, and I can’t wait to share more about it.


One of the highlights of my year was my trip to Morocco in November with Exodus Adventures. The landscapes, culture, and people left a lasting impression on me, and it was an unforgettable experience. When I wasn’t traveling, I spent time outdoors in our zodiac, hiking, mountain biking, and tending to the garden. Nature has truly been a grounding force for me this year.

Of course, amidst all these personal adventures, I’ve been working hard to craft the most exciting journeys for my clients. Helping you plan your next adventure brings me so much joy, and I can’t wait to see what new horizons we’ll explore together in the year ahead.

As we approach the holiday season, I just want to express my deep gratitude for your trust and support throughout the year. It’s been a pleasure being part of your adventures, and I look forward to all the exciting ones to come.

Wishing you and your loved ones a wonderful start to 2025, filled with health, happiness, and incredible experiences.


Warmest wishes,

Jenny

By Jenny Revesz September 7, 2025
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By Jenny Revesz August 25, 2025
A Night on Heron Island – Exactly the Escape I Imagined I spent one night this year on Heron Island, flying in by helicopter and living exactly the kind of island escape I’d pictured. The 30-minute flight from Gladstone was incredible. From above, we saw reef patterns, turtles and rays in the blue, and landed on the helipad. It was special, quick, and everything I hoped for. Stepping off the helicopter, the air smelled fresh and the Pisonia forest framed the island perfectly. This tiny coral cay—just about 800 m long and 16 ha in total —is actually part of a protected National Marine Park. It’s wild, beautiful, and felt like a completely different world. My room was simple—no AC, just a fan—and a little rustic, but in the best way. Everything was clean, comfortable, and the staff had that warm island friendliness I love. No fuss, just genuine service (and no Wi Fi unless you opt in)—perfect for unplugging. Dinner that night? Better than I expected—not just edible, but excellent. Fresh seafood, thoughtful flavours, and enough variety considering there’s only one resort restaurant. Breakfast was solid too: buffet plus tasty extras and good coffee. No fine dining fuss, just genuinely good food when I sank into that island calm Heron Island is a major turtle nesting ground. Green and Loggerhead turtles come ashore from about November to March to nest, and baby hatchlings emerge between January and May. Guests are encouraged to join naturalist-led turtle walks at dusk or dawn. Snorkelling right from the beach, I swam among tropical fish, rays, reef sharks, and turtles cruising near the reef edge. Heron Island supports nearly 900 fish species and over 70% of the coral species of the Great Barrier Reef. There’s so much life—it felt like swimming through a living aquarium. Watching the sunset over the reef with a drink in hand at Baillie’s Bar was simple bliss. As night settled, the island went silent—no screens, no noise, just nature. Birds roosting, forest sounds, maybe a turtle coming ashore. It was exactly the unplugged reset I needed. All photos courtesy of heronisland.com
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