Abroad Wisdom Quests™
Experiential journeys into global wisdom cultures designed to help visionary leaders and seekers live and lead with greater purpose and fulfillment.
Reimagine Your Life & Leadership
At Abroad, we believe the most transformative learning happens beyond the classroom. We partner with wisdom keepers and luminary leaders from around the world to offer life-changing experiences that help you reconnect with yourself, others, and the natural world. Each experience is intentionally designed through the lens of the Wisdom Worldview, guiding you to cultivate greater purpose, presence, and clarity. We invite you to explore the ethos and destinations of our Abroad Wisdom Quests.
Wisdom
Altruism
Purpose
Connection
Ripple Effect
Abroad’s Curated Collection of Experiences
Bhutan | Compassion
Learn from the Bhutanese how to cultivate deeper compassion, contentment, and balance, guided by the philosophy of Gross National Happiness.
Peru | Vision
Learn from Andean culture how to live with greater wisdom, intention, and reciprocity with the natural world, honoring the sacred balance between all beings.
Mongolia | Resilience
Learn from the nomadic people of Mongolia how to lead with resilience, adaptability, and kinship, embracing nature’s extremes with courage and grace.
Sedona | Balance
Learn from the Hopi and wisdom keepers about balance, harmony, and the interconnectedness of life at the Abroad Community Gathering.
New Zealand | Courage
Learn from the Māori culture about creating communities of belonging, leadership, and stewardship, grounded in mana, the life force of integrity and courage.
Japan | Presence
Learn from Japanese wisdom keepers about Ikigai (one’s reason for being), Zen mind, and the art of finding beauty and purpose in simplicity and precision.
South Africa | Interconnection
Learn from South African tribes about the unifying philosophy of Ubuntu, “I am because we are,” a profound reminder of our shared humanity.
Egypt | Cosmos
Learn from the ancient Egyptians about our place within the greater cosmos and how harmony, sacred geometry, and divine order can guide life on Earth.
Connect to Yourself, Others, and the Natural World
Connection
In our increasingly digital and fast-paced world, many of us need time to unplug and renew our connections with ourselves, others, and the natural world. Indigenous cultures worldwide have preserved these connections and can help us rediscover the vitality, joy, and peace that lie within and around us—profoundly influencing our leadership, behavior, and fulfillment. Beyond the personal benefits, Abroad Wisdom Quests offer the opportunity to form lifelong friendships and collaborations with some of the world’s most bold, visionary, and wise leaders.
Hear how one of Indonesia’s top actors reconnected with herself and nature in Bhutan
Discover Greater Purpose and Meaning
Purpose
Throughout our lives and leadership journeys, we encounter inflection points where we seek greater purpose and meaning. Purpose is often a future-oriented goal, like solving a major global problem, while meaning is present-oriented, derived from simple daily interactions. On your Abroad Wisdom Quest, you will explore how to cultivate more of both in your life and leadership.
An award winning professor of innovation on how Abroad Quests can help you see the bigger vision of your life and leadership
Immerse in Practical and Timeless Wisdom
Wisdom
In a world where knowledge has been democratized, leaders seek deeper wisdom. On Abroad Wisdom Quests, we offer two types of wisdom: practical and timeless. Practical wisdom comes from experience, while timeless wisdom is passed down through generations, reminding us of true fulfillment and our place in the grand scheme of life.
The former Press Secretary of Bhutan on why traditional wisdom is important in the modern world
Strengthen Your Compassion, Altruism, and Generosity Muscles
Altruism
As part of Abroad’s regenerative mindset, our team dedicates significant energy and financial resources to support local partners and indigenous communities, helping preserve timeless wisdom for future generations. On your Abroad Quest, we will explore the science behind compassion, altruism, and generosity, revealing how they are perhaps our ultimate human quest.
I have found that among its other benefits, giving liberates the soul of the giver.
Maya Angelou
After Receiving These Gifts, the Real Quest Begins…
Ripple Effect
Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey teaches that the true power of transformation lies in sharing your gifts. As part of your Abroad Wisdom Quest, you’ll explore tangible ways to ripple goodness into your family, community, and workplace. To support your journey beyond the experience, we integrate coaching before, during, and after your quest along with lifetime community. This is transformation that endures.
There is what I would call the hero journey, the night sea journey, the hero quest, where the individual is going to bring forth in their life something that was never beheld before.
Joseph Campbell
Experiences & Custom Programs
Explore our 2026 event schedule. If you’re interested in designing a Quest or custom experience for your organization or network, we invite you to schedule a complimentary call with our team.