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Hi! I’m Melissa, but my oldest friends call me Mel, and I hope you will too.

For more than 20 years, I’ve traveled the world as an award-winning filmmaker, producer, writer and photographer, creating documentary-style stories for global brands, NGOs, and foundations.

My work has taken me everywhere—from the swamps of the Florida Everglades to the tea fields of Kenya and the winding alleyways of Morocco’s ancient medinas. But while I loved exploring the world, I always dreamed of something more: living abroad full-time.

After years of planning and a lifetime of dreaming, I finally made the leap. Today, Europe is home.

Mel Travelled is where I share Europe through the eyes of a storyteller and slow traveler—highlighting hidden gems, local experiences, and meaningful ways to connect with a place beyond its major attractions.

If you’re dreaming of your next adventure—or even a move abroad—you’ll also find practical travel guides, expat resources, and inspiration to help make that journey possible.

I hope Mel Travelled inspires you to explore more deeply, travel more thoughtfully, and create a life filled with adventure.