KayJay Travels

KayJay Travels Travel Enthusiast, Adventure Seeker, Photography Buff! Sharing travel tips, personal journeys, and unique photography from my adventures.

Prints of all featured images are available for purchase. Ever since I was old enough to hold a camera, I was taking pictures. Even at a young age I was obsessed with being able to capture a moment in time. I got my first DSLR when I started working in Yellowstone National Park and I quickly learned that art and nature have the power to inspire and connect people. My hope is that my photos show the beauty and magic of the natural environment and the wildlife that call it home to continue efforts in conservation and preservation.

The Douro River Valley, a winding, terraced region that produces the Portugal’s beloved port w**e. This is the only plac...
10/04/2026

The Douro River Valley, a winding, terraced region that produces the Portugal’s beloved port w**e. This is the only place in the world that can legally produce what’s called “port w**e.”

09/11/2026

Don’t let your side hustle (your job) stop you from your main hustle (euro summer)

Sharing some of my favorites from the trip that kicked off my journey with the Z8, and happy to celebrate the progress a...
08/20/2026

Sharing some of my favorites from the trip that kicked off my journey with the Z8, and happy to celebrate the progress and evolution of my editing skills over the last year. Excited to start sharing some new stuff!

I could have sat and watched these little guys all day. Coming across them was so unexpected and to make it even more sp...
06/18/2026

I could have sat and watched these little guys all day. Coming across them was so unexpected and to make it even more special, we were the only jeep there so we got a private showing.

With Africa becoming an increasingly popular destination it’s important which country to visit and camp to stay at. Zambia wasn’t even on our radar until our Virtuoso advisor’s expert advice convinced us this was a better choice for us since our goal was to have these close up private experiences. She had us stay at a camp staffed by locals who know the park and wildlife inside and out who made us feel so welcome.

06/09/2026

I can’t believe it’s been a year since we visited Africa for our first safari! It feels like it was just yesterday.

One of the things I love most about safari is the uncertainty of it all.You can spend hours driving through the bush wit...
05/19/2026

One of the things I love most about safari is the uncertainty of it all.

You can spend hours driving through the bush with no idea what’s waiting around the next bend, and that’s exactly what makes every sighting feel earned. There are no guarantees in the wild, no staged moments, no script. Just patience, hope, and the thrill of discovery.

On my final morning in South Luangwa National Park, that reward came in the form of a baby giraffe quietly stepping through the golden morning light beside its mother. It wasn’t the biggest sighting of the trip. It wasn’t the rarest. But somehow, it was perfect.

Safari has a way of reminding you that the magic is often in the moments you never could have planned for. 🦒✨

There’s something unforgettable about locking eyes with a lion cub in the wild. It's a reminder that even the fiercest k...
05/14/2026

There’s something unforgettable about locking eyes with a lion cub in the wild. It's a reminder that even the fiercest kings of the savanna begin as something small, curious, and vulnerable.

Moments like this are why we travel. Not just to see wildlife, but to feel connected to something untamed, beautiful, and far bigger than ourselves. Every safari tells a story. This little cub’s story is only just beginning.

Watching wildlife in their natural environment isn’t just about seeing animals, it’s about witnessing an entire ecosyste...
03/30/2026

Watching wildlife in their natural environment isn’t just about seeing animals, it’s about witnessing an entire ecosystem unfolding in real time. There’s no script, no guarantees, and that’s what makes every sighting feel so meaningful. Each moment feels earned.

What stayed with me most wasn’t just the “big” sightings, but the in-between moments. The stillness, the anticipation, the way time seems to stretch out when you’re fully present. It’s a different pace of life out there, one that quietly reminds you to slow down and pay attention.

I feel incredibly grateful to have experienced it, and even more grateful to share these glimpses through my lens. These photos are pieces of a journey that felt both grounding and surreal at the same time.

If safari has ever been on your list… keep it there. It’s not just a trip, it’s something that stays with you long after you leave.

03/18/2026

Watching elephants at sunset in Zambia is something I’ll carry with me forever. The fear fades. The memories don’t.

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