Welcome to Nalani Ray!
So happy to have you here 🙂 My name is Kiana. Nice to meet you!
Nalani Ray is more than just a travel blog to me; it’s a project that holds a special place in my heart.
This is a platform where I can merge my passion for seeing the world with the joy of connecting with fellow travelers. I’ve created this blog with the intention of building a community where we can inspire and support one another through our shared love for travel.
I’m excited to have you join me on this amazing journey around the world!
Being a 23-year-old from Canada, I’ve been lucky enough to go on many adventures for the past five years. Here’s a bit of my story:
It all started with my first solo trip to Hawaii when I was 18. A trip that was meant to last 10 days ended up being an incredibly transformative 6 months, and it started a fire in my soul to keep traveling.
Since then, I have been fortunate to explore many different corners of the world.
I found deep connections during a retreat in Peru, followed by an incredible working holiday in Australia.
In Europe, I reconnected with dear friends while spending a year immersed in the unique cultures of the UK, France, Sweden, and Spain.
I had the opportunity to do the most lovely workaway experiences in Mexico for 6 months and more recently, I had the joy of doing a month-long backpacking trip in Portugal with one of my best friends.
But my love for travel keeps growing!
Traveling has not only provided me with unforgettable memories but also a path to personal growth, cultural immersion, and the blessing to make lifelong connections with people I’ve met along the way.
Through this blog, I will be sharing my experiences, providing valuable tips, and hopefully inspiring others to embark on their own journeys of discovery. Join me as we embrace the beauty of our planet, ignite our wanderlust, and create life-changing memories along the way.
xoxo, Kiana
