I'm Melodie Joy, and I've learned that life's most profound moments happen when we give ourselves permission to be fully present. For over 20 years, I've been capturing and creating beautiful experiences, helping people document their most treasured days. But my own journey through loss and radical self-discovery taught me something essential: living for what truly matters—authentic connection, intentional presence, and the courage to embrace every moment we're given. We were not designed for dusty shelves or square footage. Instead, to feel, connect, wander, engage, and immerse ourselves fully.

That realization brought me here—to Samaná, Dominican Republic, where I live full-time on my sailboat and reimagine how we gather, celebrate, and truly live. I curate travel experiences from this magical corner of the world and design intimate adventures for the brave ones: the elopers and proposers, the healers, the women ready to rise, the friend groups craving real connection, the solo travelers seeking something more.

Your escape, your way: Marina villas with sunset views. Waterfall hikes. Private sailing charters. Treehouse stays, anything you can imagine.
Photography included, magic guaranteed, pretense left at home.
This is Wanderlust. Bookings open. The Islands are waiting.