About
What does Renew, Restore, Explore mean?
The name is meant to capture both the fun and excitement of exploring a new place, combined with dedicated space to rest and take time for self-reflection. We hope this is exactly what you experience on one of our trips.
Our team
Anne Stevenson
Anne is the founder of Renew, Restore, Explore, a company rooted in the connection between travel, mental health, movement, and wellness. She has lived and worked in multiple countries across Africa and completed her PhD in Psychiatry in Cape Town, South Africa - a place that profoundly shaped her personal and professional journey.
For over 12 years, Anne worked in mental health research at Harvard and Massachusetts General Hospital. Alongside her academic career, she became a certified barre instructor and sound practitioner, drawn to the power of movement, mindfulness, and restoration to help people feel strong, grounded, and reconnected to themselves.
She currently lives in the United States and teaches barre at Yogasakti in Salem, Massachusetts. She will lead your barre sessions and sound baths on the trip.
Jacqui Womersley
Jacqui was born and raised in South Africa and has called Cape Town home for the past 23 years. Her family ran guided tours off the coast of Africa in the Seychelles for more than a decade, giving her a deep appreciation for travel and exploration. Jacqui holds a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Cape Town, reflecting her curiosity about how the brain works. In her free time, she enjoys running and hiking in the mountains surrounding Cape Town.
Anne and Jacqui have been working closely together since 2023. Together, they bring their shared knowledge and passion to every journey. They will be your hosts on this trip and look forward to welcoming you and leading you through a memorable experience.