About Us

Who We Are

Our journey began as “Life Before Work,” organizing yacht trips in the Mediterranean. Evolving into dynamic tours across 16 countries, our mission was clear — to foster a community of open-minded, inspired individuals through exceptional travel experiences.

Facing the challenges of the 2020 pandemic, we had no choice but to shut down, but our passion for connection and travel gave rise to “Xpand.” Curating extraordinary experiences through a transformative wellness lens, our goal is to inspire others and empower them to host their own yacht retreats and create memorable experiences. Come aboard as we collectively elevate, grow, and create beautiful memories, Xpanding into the best versions of ourselves.

A Decade of Excellence

For more than 10 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to curating yacht experiences in the stunning coastal landscapes of Croatia. Our Xperiences is not just a measure of time; it’s a testament to our commitment to providing you with extraordinary Xperiences that enrich your life.

Our Mission

Our mission is to create transformational Xperiences that elevate your wellbeing, restore your mind and foster deep connections. To build an open minded community and support other retreat organizers to create their own magical Xperiences.

Why transformation Matters

At Xpand, We are passionate about creating transformational experiences to reset and re-centre ones life. We strive to build a deeply rooted community to inspire, transform and Xpand to reach our true potential together.

Meet the Team

Behind the scenes, there’s a dedicated team that’s passionate about what we do. Our experience and expertise in crafting meaningful yacht trips are the driving forces that ensure every detail is attended to, making your experience exceptional.

Brady Hedlund

Brady is a serial entrepreneur, he started his first business at the at of 12, He saved up to travel the world at 18. He then decided to started a travel business at the age of 19. Fully bootstrapped, he grew that into a large business operating in 18 countries with a full time team of over 50 people.

Over the last 5 years he has been on more of an inwards journey exploring himself and creating a new way of living that is more in alignment for the life he wants to live and now he wants to inspire others to do the same.

His mission is to inspire people to live a full meaningful life, through experience creation, coaching and developing community spaces.

Emily is an Australian traveller who packed up at the age of 19 to travel in the US before finding herself embarking on a journey through Mexico. She fell in love with the small coastal town of Puerto Escondido where she now lives. With a passion for creating healthy homemade vegan treats she started selling her creations and has now developed into a small business known as Emily’s Bliss. She is passionate about creating meaningful & wholesome experiences for others.

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Jessica has a deep passion for wellness and a love for the ocean, Jessica has created a unique platform that merges the serenity of living on a boat with the transformational power of retreats. Driven by her belief that yachts are a perfect venue for personal growth, human connection, relaxation, and epic adventures. Jessica grew up on boats, she was homeschooled on a sail boat in the Bahamas, and has spent the last 5 years cheffing on yachts and hosting retreats.

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Join Us on the Journey

We invite you to be a part of our story, as we embark on yet another decade of yacht Xperiences. It’s a journey that’s been shaped by our unwavering commitment to creating life changing Xperiences, our passion for connection, and a deep love for the the Mediterranean coast.

Ready to start your own transformative adventure? Explore our curated Xperiences or charter your own ship and join us for a voyage of self-discovery, well-being, and lasting memories. We can’t wait to welcome you on board.