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Mykonos 2026

2026-06-13T13:00:00+00:00

Mykonos never disappoints, but this trip exceeded even my highest expectations.

Elena and I had the opportunity to spend a few days in Mykonos as part of SentinelOne’s President’s Club. Our events team truly outdid themselves: thoughtful gifts, epic dinners, unique excursions, and parties that went late into the Mykonian nights.

Note: A number of these photos were shot by my friend Tavit, who is a wonderful professional photographer and who we were lucky to have join us in Mykonos.

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Now that United offers direct Chicago to Athens service, the trip over to Greece is incredibly easy. I burned some miles to upgrade to Polaris, too, which made the whole experience (pre-flight lounge, lay-flat seats, Perrier-Jouët Champagne, etc) that much better. We even got to finish season 1 of The Pitt on the way!

Royal Myconian

Our home base for the week was the Royal Myconian on Elia Beach – a place that made leaving almost unnecessary. The staff, food, saltwater pool, and exceptional Champagne selection kept us firmly in vacation mode.

The welcome party featured live music, Greek dancing (with plates to smash), and palm readings - exactly what we needed to fend off the jet lag.

Mykonos Town

On Wednesday night, a few of us headed into town for drinks, dinner, and dancing. As luck would have it, this night was Elena’s namesday (St. Helen), and everyone we met was down to celebrate with us.

We managed to catch sunset in Little Venice (Alefkandra) at Caprice, stopped by the windmills, and then wandered around the whitewashed alleys before taking a much-needed Champagne break at Aroma. Then it was off to a killer dinner at m-eating and cocktails/dancing late into the night at Interni.

I’m fortunate to work with a team that travels the way I travel.

Wine Tasting at Vioma

Our excursion was wine tasting at Vioma (βioma), an organic biodynamic vineyard and farm near Ano Mera. Our guide, Elena, brought genuine expertise to the history, food, and wine throughout the afternoon.

The Last Night

Our final night arrived before we could fully process the week. Before saying “goodbye” however, the team threw one last celebration. The photos tell the story better than any words I could write.

What’s a party these days without a little AI photo booth?

With a crazy early 6am flight back to Athens, I made the call to skip sleep entirely. A huge thanks to everyone who kept me company on my journey, and to Stephanos behind the bar for supporting my unconventional plan. It paid off: we made our flight, and caught a stunning sunrise over our Star Alliance-liveried plane at the Mykonos airport.

Where in the World... Redux

2026-05-30T17:00:00+00:00

Back in 2003, I built an interactive travel map, leveraging a Flash plugin (thank you Indy Junior), an XML file of coordinates, and a whole bunch of my own photos. Obviously, Flash wasn’t long for this world, and I never seemed to find the time to update that functionality to modern tech.

Well, thanks to Claude, I found the time and the will. Please give a warm “welcome back” to the map!

It’s rebuilt from scratch, and leverages Leaflet.js, React, and actual photos from the blog. You can click around to read old posts without leaving the map. Pins cluster together when you’re zoomed out, and split apart as you zoom in. If you end up at max zoom with pins that still won’t separate (here’s looking at you, Chicago), clicking the cluster shows all the posts for the area at once. There’s also a search box if you’re trying to find something specific, and the whole thing should work fine on your phone without any embarrassing layout disasters.

It’s a nice way to see where we’ve been. Twenty-something years of trips, condensed into a bunch of little circles on a map.

Go poke around →

BVI 2026

2026-01-20T17:00:00+00:00

Back in 2017, we went down to the British Virgin Islands for a weeklong bareboat sailing charter, and heading back in January 2026 felt like visiting a familiar friend – one who’d been through a lot since we last met. Hurricane Irma changed plenty, but the soul of the BVI, especially out on the water, is exactly as we left it. Saba Rock is brand new, sure, but the rebuilt Soggy Dollar Bar and Hendo’s are still unmistakably themselves. And Willy T’s is always Willy T’s.

San Juan, Puerto Rico to BVI

Jeff, Jason, Joe and I started off by flying through San Juan, Puerto Rico – and the PR/BVI leg delivered right out of the gate. We knew it would be a small plane, but we didn’t expect to be the only passengers. While checking in, the gate agent looked up and said “if you guys are ready, the pilot is happy to leave early” – after a quick safety briefing, the four of us were wheels up.

“The One Eyed Cat”

When we arrived at the Moorings’ charter base that night, we were really excited to get on board, pour a drink, and settle in. Provisions (through Moorings) had already been delivered, and we quickly made the boat our home. This charter, we opted for a Leopard 42 sailing catamaran, and “The One Eyed Cat” was perfect: plenty of space, easy to handle, and an indoor/outdoor living configuration that worked perfectly for the week.

Norman Island / Willy T’s

First stop? Gotta be Willy T’s. One of my all-time favorite places, and the guys agreed – we ended up going twice: once in the afternoon (for our first Painkillers of the trip) and then again after a delicious dinner at Pirates Bight (for our night backflips). I’m not exaggerating when I say we met probably 50 people that night – that’s just what happens at Willy T’s…

The Baths / Spanish Town

Since a BVI trip can’t be all boat drinks, we stopped at The Baths for the swim-in workout and the full-loop hike. January temps make the whole thing pretty manageable, and we were back on the water before long. I’ll admit that anchoring in Spanish Town was more stressful than it needed to be since my timing was off. My killer crew stepped up, though, and even cooked up a great dinner while I fussed with anchor alarms and chart plotter track settings.

Saba Rock / Bitter End Yacht Club

Being back at a completely unrecognizable Saba Rock was surreal, but the post-Irma rebuild is something else. Dinner at Bitter End Yacht Club gave us the best outdoor table on the island – right up until a squall rolled through and reminded us who was really in charge.

Scrub Island / Marina Cay / Trellis Bay

Sailing straight from Saba Rock to Jost Van Dyke would have been a long push, so we broke it up with a night at Scrub Island – dinner and a dip in the pool. Fortunately we had an excuse to stop anyway: the boat had picked up a maintenance issue, and we swung by Trellis Bay to collect the Moorings engineer, who had everything sorted out in short order.

Sandy Cay / Jost Van Dyke

The leg from Scrub Island to Jost Van Dyke is one of my favorites – it’s as close to open-ocean sailing as you get in the BVIs, and with a mooring ball pre-booked, there’s no reason to hurry. We caught a solid breeze for a few hours, then dropped anchor off the beach at Sandy Cay for a swim and a cold beer on our own private island.

Once we reached Jost Van Dyke, we moored in Great Harbour and took the dinghy over to White Bay – obviously to hit up Soggy Dollar Bar and Hendo’s Hideout. Two of the BVI’s most iconic stops, and both are thriving. We also made it to Foxy’s before calling it a night. Now I get it.

Road Town

Before we knew it, our six nights were behind us, and it was time to return “The One Eyed Cat” to Moorings. The passage from JVD to Road Town is never the highlight, but it gave us a chance to take in the scenery while packing up our gear. We had one last night ahead and made the most of it – the highlight was playing darts late into the night at The Watering Hole with some of the nicest people we’d met all week. A fitting end.

Heading Back

And just like that, it was over. Back to the airport, and after another effectively private flight to San Juan, we were Chicago-bound.

Until next time, BVI. I promise it won’t be so long.

Weekend Getaway to Mayakoba, Mexico

2025-08-28T13:00:00+00:00

“An adults-only quick weekend getaway before school starts? We’re in! As if there was any doubt.”

This trip to Mexico with the GOAT travel companions (Colleen & Jeff) was a no-brainer, and it didn’t hurt that the destination was Rosewood Mayakoba!

A huge “¡muchas gracias!” to leadership and the entire staff – you truly made this trip unforgettable. ¡Hasta próxima!

Zapote Bar & La Isla Secreta

Zapote Bar and La Isla Secreta are my happy places… the team behind the bar is incredible, and their cocktails are so unique in every way. Plus, they bring the party each and every night. It was an honor to close the place down with you all – thank you for sharing your knowledge and passion!

La Ceiba Garden, Communal Dinner

On Saturday night, we were honored to attend the La Ceiba Garden Dinner, which is a communal dining experience set in the garden underneath a sacred Ceiba tree. Obviously, the multi-course meal, cocktail/wine pairings, music, and setting were amazing, but what stood out for me was the staff’s true and honest hospitality. What a special evening!

Our San Diego Weekend

2022-10-14T13:00:00+00:00

Some photos and memories from our recent family trip out to San Diego — perfect weather, lots of outdoor adventures, and amazing hospitality… 🌮🍹🌴🥰

An NYC Weekend

2022-06-27T13:00:00+00:00

We were finally able to get back to NYC with the family this summer, after not visiting since 2019… Needless to say, the kids had an absolute blast exploring the city with Uncle George, and we packed everything possible into the long weekend!

F1 2021 – United States Grand Prix

2021-10-27T13:00:00+00:00

Scenes from the F1® 2021 United States Grand Prix FP3 and qualifying sessions at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, TX on October 23, 2021.

Huge thanks to Aston Martin F1 for their hospitality — the SentinelOne team and our customers/partners had an AMAZING time!!! 🏎 🥂

Videography: Andrew Stott
Footage shot on iPhone 12 Pro

Greece 2018 – Team CAJE Travelogue

2018-07-16T13:00:00+00:00

Memories from our epic Greek adventure, in early May 2018. Elena and I, together with our friends Colleen and Jeff, visited Santorini (Lithies Traditional Homes), Mykonos (Belvedere Hotel), Ikaria (Thea’s Inn), and Athens (NEW Hotel). What an amazing trip!

Videography: Andrew Stott
Music: “Icarus” by R3HAB (Ghost Loft Remix)
Footage shot on DJI Mavic Pro, GoPro HERO5, iPhone X (using DJI Osmo Mobile 2) and Fuji X-Pro2.

NYC, July 4th, 2018

2018-07-07T13:00:00+00:00

We headed back to NYC for the 4th of July, and Theo got to experience his first fireworks show! We also swung by Uncle George’s office in Manhattan, to give him a taste of life in the big city.

Santorini / Mykonos / Ikaria / Athens, Greece

2018-06-17T13:00:00+00:00

After stopping in the Amalfi Coast, we spent a week in May 2018 traveling around Greece with the best travel crew ever: Colleen & Jeff. While you never have as many days as you want, we made this one count, spending quality time in Santorini (3 nights), Mykonos (2 nights), Ikaria (3 nights), and Athens (2 nights).

Check out the video version of the trip, too!

Santorini

Mykonos

Ikaria

Athens

Amalfi Coast, Italy

2018-06-10T13:00:00+00:00

Quick visit to the Amalfi Coast (speicifcally Naples, Sorrento, and Capri) on the way to Greece in early May 2018. Our home base was the amazing Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoriatext.

Theo Swings – Eckhart Park, Chicago – October 9, 2017

2017-10-10T13:00:00+00:00

Took Theo for a little swing in the park… Crazy that he’s already 8 months old!

Music: “Loose Change” by Chroma
Footage shot on iPhone 6 in “Slo-mo” mode (720p @ 240 fps)

No Moor Drama – Sailing the BVIs, August 2017

2017-09-07T13:00:00+00:00

Memories from our weeklong bareboat sailing charter in the BVIs, in early August 2017, weeks before Hurricane Irma hit. We were sailing “Papa Bear” but, thanks to my amazing crew, the name “No Moor Drama” stuck. This footage is particularly, since most of these locations were destroyed by the storm. Be sure to watch this in 4K quality in fullscreen mode.

Videography: Jeff DeNapoli, Jon Dodson, and Andrew Stott
Footage shot on DJI Mavic Pro, GoPro HERO5, GoPro HERO5 Session, iPhone 7S Plus (using DJI Osmo Mobile) and Samsung S8 (using DJI Osmo Mobile).
Music: “Cosmic Love” by Florence + the Machine (Seven Lions Remix)
Locations visited: Tortola, Road Town, Beef Island, Norman Island, The Bight, The Indians, The Baths, Cooper Island, Manchioneel Bay, Virgin Gorda, Saba Rock, Marina Cay, Scrub Island, JVD, White Bay

Photos

Norman Island / The Indians / Willy T’s

The Baths

Saba Rock

Marina Cay

White Bay, JVD

Bonus Rum Tasting

Theo in NYC

2017-07-04T13:00:00+00:00

Just a quick video I put together of Theo’s first trip to NYC.

I’d call this trip to visit Uncle George in Brooklyn a definite success…

Cubs Win! Cubs Win!!!

2016-11-03T13:00:00+00:00

Well, someday is finally here, and the long wait is over. The Chicago Cubs have won the 2016 World Series!!! Crazy to say it, but even crazier to get to experience it.

I’m sure there will be many more tribute videos in the days to come, but here are some of my favorites so far.

MLB: Cubs Win!

Chicago Cubs: All The Way

Nike: Someday

Mastercard: The Sound of Priceless

WGN TV: For the Ones We’ve Lost

Wedding Sneak Peek: Kerry & Jimmy

2016-09-20T19:23:53+00:00

Just a few photos from Kerry & Jimmy’s unforgettable beach wedding in St. Joseph, MI. What an amazing experience, and what a wonderful group of family and friends!

Wedding Sneak Peek: Sara & Ed

2016-08-07T19:23:53+00:00

A few photos from Sara & Ed’s elegant backyard wedding in Chicago, IL. These two really know how to throw a party!

Wedding Sneak Peek: Katie & Frantz

2016-07-28T19:23:53+00:00

A few photos from Katie & Frantz’s gorgeous wedding in Chicago, IL this past weekend. What an amazing couple, and I simply cannot wait to share more!

San Diego

2016-02-27T15:53:00+00:00

Various photos from our now pretty-much-yearly trip out to San Diego, CA.

Oktoberfest 2014, Munich

2014-11-01T22:23:00+00:00

Some of the best decisions in life are the spur of the moment ones…

In September 2014, Jeff and I went to Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, a trip that we had planned literally just weeks prior. We’d been talking about going for a long time, but circumstances somehow aligned to make it a reality. The simple truth is that attending Oktoberfest in Munich is a completely insane experience — despite having these photos and videos, I’m still not convinced that it wasn’t all some elaborate dream.

In any case, Jeff’s story on Exposure does a much better job covering the details of our trip than I ever could, so I’ll just refer you to that. What an amazing journey, to be sure.

Oktoberfest 2014 Munich from Andrew Stott on Vimeo.
Music: Speeding (Wiesn Remix) / LIGHTS

Munich, Germany

Oktoberfest

Salzburg, Austria

Portraits: Achal & Mark

2014-08-25T22:23:00+00:00

Achal and Mark booked a simple portrait session, in order to capture the traditional attire that they were wearing to an Indian wedding. As you can see, Achal and Mark are quite the handsome couple, and they were absolutely wonderful to work with! I truly do have the best clients… Looking good, gentlemen, thank you again!

To the mother sitting next to me on my KC/Chicago flight

2014-08-21T14:08:00+00:00

First, let me say that your little daughter is the cutest, and that you’re doing a wonderful job raising her.

She’s so polite, so funny, and so good with flying! Of course, the last bit might be due to the fact that you’re a UA Flight Attendant. Still, that’s a pretty sweet list, especially before her 2nd birthday… :) In any case, I had an awesome time sitting next to you guys; cheers-ing our drinks, high-fiving, playing with our watches, and naming everything we saw on TV. Traveling alone with a little one can’t be easy, even for a pro, and you nailed it.

Regarding the incident, I just wanted to let you know that I truly, honestly, am not upset. Shit, or in this case puke, happens. Sometimes it happens on final approach to ORD, when there are no napkins, no water, and nowhere to hide. While I’m not sure if it actually transpired in slow motion (could have been the Lana Del Rey in my earbuds) the sheer volume of throw-up shooting out of your daughter’s mouth was, simply put, impressive.

At least she looked happy.

As you said, it was probably just that particular combination of potato chips, apple juice, light turbulence, and cabin stuffiness. Whatever caused it, you certainly took the full brunt. I fortunately escaped with a glancing blow, sacrificing just my left leg and my shoes. Of course, I was able to change into dry jeans and dry Vans once we got off the plane, and my pants will be as good as new after a trip to the cleaners. But you – you had to continue on to DC wearing the same clothes, since you’d already checked your bag through. Ugh.

I really hope that you were able to clean up before catching your connection.

Above all, I hope that the second leg of your journey was much less eventful than the first.

Wedding: Lauren & Brad

2014-08-02T17:35:00+00:00

Lauren & Brad were married at St. Catherine of Siena in Portage, MI on July 12, 2014, and celebrated at Cityscape Events at the City Centre in downtown Kalamazoo.

The girls started off the day getting ready at Lauren’s parents’ house, which has a beautifully-landscaped backyard and pool — perfect for our pre-ceremony bridal portraits. St. Catherine of Siena, their church and the ceremony location, was just around the corner. After their ceremony, the wedding party boarded a party bus, to travel to the reception in style. And what a reception it was, taking over the gorgeous Cityscape Events at the City Centre in downtown Kalamazoo. Following a cocktail hour, the night kicked off with toasts, dancing, live music, and a special song written and performed by Brad’s father. Lauren & Brad certainly did it up right!

What a perfect day, and what a truly wonderful couple. Congratulations to you both!!!

Wedding Sneak Peek: Lauren & Brad

2014-07-21T20:15:00+00:00

Here are just a few photos from Lauren & Brad’s beautiful wedding in Kalamazoo, MI on July 12. I’m so happy to be able to share these, and can’t wait for the rest. Thank you, Lauren and Brad — it was such an honor to be a part of your special weekend! Congrats!!!

Wedding: Jenna & Alex in Cabo

2014-07-02T19:31:31+00:00

While I fully expected Jenna & Alex’s wedding in Cabo San Lucas to be amazing, I was totally unprepared for the sheer level of awesome. Every single aspect of this wedding, from our home base at the breathtaking Esperanza Resort, to their rehearsal dinner on the beach at the Hacienda Beach Club, to their simple and beautiful ceremony at dusk, was absolutely perfect. Just hanging at the pool drinking Micheladas (“Ojo Rojo”) and Cabo Green Margaritas were moments that alone would have made the trip worth it.

Of course, if you know Jenna & Alex or their families, then you know that this had always been the only possible outcome… I mean, their Instagram hashtag was #jenandaldocabo. Seriously.

Here’s to Jenna and Alex: Congratulations, and thank you so so much for allowing us to “do Cabo” with you! If your wedding weekend is any indication, I know that you’ll have many more happy years of celebrating ahead.