Circular halo-like cloud above the peak of Mount Fuji, seen from Oike Park in Yamanashi, Japan

Chasing powder and off-the-beaten-track adventures — and helping others do the same.

From BC's backcountry to off-the-beaten-track destinations around the world — I write about it, ride it, and help others get there.

About

Travel writer taking a photo near Lake Tazawa in Akita Prefecture, Japan.

I'm Dan, a travel consultant based in Canada with a focus on ski vacations, cat and heli-skiing, and adventure travel. I've spent the better part of a decade as a snowboard instructor and coach, riding everywhere from Revelstoke and Nelson to Sun Peaks and Manning Park. I worked as a zipline guide, spent time at an eco resort, and volunteered with local environmental NGOs. I've been deep in the adventure travel world for a long time — and that shapes how I approach every trip I help plan. For me, the best travel is the kind that takes you somewhere real — on the mountain or off the beaten track.

What I book

Adventure trips

For travelers ready to go somewhere real — from the Galápagos to cultural destinations most tours skip entirely.

Ski resort holidays

The right mountain for your style, budget, and ability level — whether that's a family week or a luxury escape.

Cat & Heli-ski

For serious riders ready to leave the groomers behind — matched to the right operation for where you're at.

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Antarctica, Norway, remote coastlines — if it's on your bucket list, let's make it happen.

Got a trip in mind? Send me a message and let's talk.

Dan Johnston

Ottawa, ON | (519) 281-8567 | dan@danj@ellisontravel.com

© Dan Johnston, 2026