Lauren, 25
Growing up on her family's cattle farm in rural Missouri, and with an intense love of the outdoors, Lauren didn’t get many opportunities to travel. But since graduating college and moving a thousand miles across the country, she has relentlessly chased adventure all over the world.
The epitome of the fearless solo traveller, Lauren lives her life in accordance with her favourite quote: “Courage is not a lack of fear, it’s action despite the presence of fear”.
Be Fearless with Intrepid Travel
Indonesia Explorer
Brave an early morning trek to the summit of Mt Bromo – a volcano that's still active today.
Best of Turkey
Uncover the famous rock formations of Cappadocia and get lost in bustling Istanbul.
Highlights of Calabria
Strap on your hiking shoes and tackle Mount Etna – Europe's largest active volcano.
Gorillas Uncovered
Travel into the heart of Africa and come face-to-face with a silverback gorilla in the mountains of Uganda.
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