Hi, and welcome to Roam & Thrive
Welcome to Roam & Thrive—an image-first travel blog dedicated to bringing you an insider’s perspective on worldwide travel with a focus on accessible luxury, connection, and wholesome experiences.
Through stunning imagery, thoughtfully curated travel guides, and insider tips, we aim to inspire and elevate your journeys. Our philosophy is rooted in slow, intentional travel that combines the best of luxury and wellness, encouraging deeper connections with the places and people you encounter.
Meet Alex Wieteska, Founder & Contributor
Hi, I’m Alex Wieteska—a travel writer, editor, photographer, and designer of bespoke travel experiences. Over the years, I’ve cultivated a deep conviction for exploring the world through a lens of mindfulness, connection, and wonder.
My nomadic lifestyle over the last 12+ years has taken me to over 50 countries, with countless long-term stays (including the United States and living in the UK, China, Mexico, and Italy) that have allowed me to dive deeply into the heart of each destination.
This journey inspired me to create Roam & Thrive— my little space on the internet dedicated to inspiring wonder-filled travel experiences through photography and storytelling that focus on slow, intentional yet luxurious exploration.
Through Roam & Thrive, I share bespoke travel guides, insider tips, and hidden gems, inviting modern travelers to connect more deeply with the places they visit. My work highlights mindful travel, conscious luxury, and the art of designing experiences that nurture both the soul and the senses.
With a commitment to authenticity and storytelling, my writing and photography have been featured in USA Today, Authority Magazine, Expedia, TUI, and published by Assouline.
Now based in Puglia, Italy, during the spring and summer months, I continue to travel and design wonder-filled journeys, documenting unforgettable destinations for Roam & Thrive.
Get to Know More About ALEX
What are your favourite travel destinations?
The Mediterranean, Mexico, Japan, Bali and the US
If you could eat just one food for the rest of your life what would it be?
Anything Asian or tacos, anything spicy.
What keeps you motivated for work?
Travel, beautiful places and spaces, intriguing conversation and other creatives.
Beach or mountains?
Both.
How many countries have you been to as a female travel blogger?
Around 50
What can’t you live without?
Movement, travel, my camera, beauty, good books
What has been the best advice you have ever received about your career?
Invest in Yourself, both financially and spiritually.
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Never stop learning
