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The United States is a land of incredible diversity, where sprawling national parks, vibrant cities, and iconic landmarks capture the essence of adventure and discovery. From the breathtaking red rock canyons of Utah to the misty coastlines of the Pacific Northwest and the historic charm of the Northeast, each region has a unique story to tell. The US is as much about natural beauty as it is about its melting pot of cultures, offering experiences that are both timeless and ever-evolving.Whether you're hiking through the awe-inspiring landscapes of Yosemite, exploring the jazz-filled streets of New Orleans, or relaxing in the vineyards of California, the United States invites you to experience its remarkable contrasts and boundless energy. Each visit is a new chapter, blending tradition, innovation, and the undeniable allure of its people and places.

An endless tapestry of landscapes

Dane's worn many hats at B&R over the years. As a trip designer, guide, researcher and photographer, he's made a career out of making magic happen on all corners of the globe, from Chile and Ireland to Myanmar, Newfoundland and more.

Dane has been a traveller since birth and his lived and worked on five continents. He joined Butterfield & Robinson in 2012 as full-time guide and has led trips everywhere from Newfoundland to Ireland and Sri Lanka. From the awe-inspiring architecture of the world’s finest hotels to the artful, homespun table settings of his epic B&R picnics, design and creativity play an integral role in his trips. Having spent years on the road as a solo backpacker and a B&R researcher, his grit and savvy on-the-ground have given him a knack for crafting ‘unGoogleable’, outside-the-box experiences that are once in a lifetime. 

Prior to joining B&R, Dane worked in a TV newsroom in Toronto, for an NGO in Togo, as an ocean safari guide in Mozambique and as a fashion writer in London.  

During his decade-plus tenure at B&R, Dane has done stints in Planning, Sales, Marketing and Operations. One of his first roles was doing odd jobs—cleaning bike helmets, transferring vans and luggage—for B&R’s office and atelier in Beaune. 

Dane was born in Austria, where his dad played professional hockey. He comes from a family of a DIYers, including an architect mom who refurbished heritage farmhouses in rural Ontario. He’s completed three home renovations himself. He does not play hockey. 