Writer, photographer and branding expert Stephen W. Brock is the author of Hidden Travel: The Secret to Extraordinary Trips and has written for National Geographic, Matador and many others, in addition to his popular website on the intersection of travel and creativity, www.ExploreYourWorlds.com. He has traveled to over 50 countries in search of hidden places, unlikely encounters and great gelato. He helps travelers and explorers of all levels to think differently about travel by connecting the world around them with the world within them. He lives near Seattle, Washington with his wife and favorite traveling companion (who fortunately is the same person).