The Big Kahuna
Let the journey begin
Traveling turns you into a good storyteller
Founder & Executive Director of The Great Energy Movement
A nonprofit with a focus on building authentic community connections, supporting individual elevation, and expanding joy for all humans.
Thee Travel Hippie
A personal brand known for highlighting lesser-known gems, crafting superb travel itineraries, and enticing one's hidden wanderlust. Throw in a sprinkle of delicious bites around the globe and motivational speaking for good measure!
Alexis (Lex/Woo to her loved ones)
Who my mama raised me to be. A life romanticizer, a people person, and a dreamer. A woman who howls at the moon and a true foodie for life! An energy activator and life pourer. Always authentic, forever goofy (and clumsy… yeah).
Who is this Woman?
The Big Kahuna (also fondly known as Alexis) is more than just the average traveler; she is a passionate adventurer dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences and spreading positive energy everywhere she goes. As the Founder & Executive Director of The Great Energy Movement, Alexis has built a platform that promotes travel, cultural exchange, and holistic well-being for all.
From spirituality, wellness, volunteering and beyond—she is the living embodiment of what it means to explore the world with intention and heart. Thee Travel Hippie is not just a name but a lifestyle she embodies, inspiring countless others to embrace their inner wanderer and live authentically.
The Big Kahuna (also fondly known as Alexis) is more than just the average traveler; she is a passionate adventurer dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences and spreading positive energy everywhere she goes. As the Founder & Executive Director of The Great Energy Movement, Alexis has built a platform that promotes travel, cultural exchange, and holistic well-being for all.
From spirituality, wellness, volunteering and beyond—she is the living embodiment of what it means to explore the world with intention and heart. Thee Travel Hippie is not just a name but a lifestyle she embodies, inspiring countless others to embrace their inner wanderer and live authentically.
Alexis, lovingly known as The Big Kahuna or Thee Travel Hippie, is more than an adventurer—she is a storyteller, healer, and visionary who believes that travel is one of the greatest teachers in life. As the Founder & Executive Director of The Great Energy Movement, Alexis has built a platform that blends travel, wellness, and cultural exchange, inspiring people everywhere to live more intentionally and authentically.
Her journey began in her early twenties during one of the most difficult chapters of her life. While navigating divorce and coping with the loss of her mother, Alexis turned to travel as a way to heal. What started as an escape soon became a lifelong calling. From wandering through Brussels and falling in love in Paris, to exploring the hidden corners of Venice and Amsterdam, she realized that being in new places gave her space to grow, reflect, and rediscover herself.
That love of exploration continued when she began housesitting across the United States, visiting more than 20 states and immersing herself in diverse communities. Along the way, Alexis not only faced her fears—of the dark, of loneliness, of living alone—but also embraced transformation. She learned to honor her emotions, trust herself, and step into the confident, purpose-driven woman she is today.