Ben Pastore

Houston, TX, USA

Ben Pastore is a travel writer who has visited more than 80 countries across all seven continents. His work ranges from humorous observations of popular destinations to reflective insights into the lasting emotional residue of travel. His stories are drawn from firsthand experiences that include dodging polar ice in Antarctica, floating through underground rivers, soaring above African savannas, and plunging below the waterline to explore vibrant coral reefs. While Ben’s curiosity and wanderlust have him endlessly crisscrossing the planet, his greatest enjoyment comes from sharing these experiences even more than collecting them. When he is not traveling, Ben spends his time sharing his insights as a public speaker and serving others as a volunteer minister. He currently lives in Houston, Texas, with his wife, Susie.