Meet Keli

Travel Content Creator & Visual Strategist

I’m Keli—freelance travel photographer, visual strategist, and your brand’s new favorite behind-the-scenes secret weapon. With a master’s degree in directing and 15+ years in entertainment marketing, I know how to shape a visual narrative that resonates—not just decorates.

Today, I lead Shiny Penny Studios, my Cleveland-based photo studio, while traveling year-round as both a content creator and an independent travel advisor with Outside Agents. From cruise decks to cobblestone streets, I capture cinematic, campaign-ready imagery for cruise lines, tourism boards, and travel brands determined to stand out in a saturated space. Think theatrical storytelling, a photographer’s timing, and a marketer’s eye—all tailored for scroll, sales, and story.

Whether you're a brand manager at Norwegian, MSC, or Carnival, or an independent travel pro building your own empire, I bring clarity, creativity, and commercial-ready visuals to the table. No fluff. No filters. Just powerful imagery and strategy that convert.

Let’s Plan YOUR Adventure!

Travel Planning Services

“Great stories happen to those who can tell them.”

– Ira Glass

🧳 Your Personal Travel Assistant

Cruises, Theme Parks & Everything In Between

Looking to book a cruise or theme park trip without falling into a TikTok rabbit hole or spending hours comparing deals? I’ve got you. As an independent travel advisor (and travel photographer who actually goes on these trips), I help you skip the stress and book smarter.

✨ Best part? My services are paid by the cruise line or resort—so you get expert help without extra cost.

🚢 Cruise Planning (Solo, Group & Family)

From Carnival to Norwegian and MSC, I help you choose the right ship, cabin, and excursions—plus insider packing tips, photo spots, and realistic expectations. Whether you’re cruising for the first time or planning a 70th birthday bash, I’ve got you covered.

🎢 Theme Park Trips

Disney, Universal, and beyond. I help you navigate the chaos with personalized itineraries, food recs, stroller hacks, and optional rest days—especially helpful if you’re traveling with kids, friends, or a nostalgic heart.

🎭 Bonus Specialties (aka the fun stuff)

Looking for something a little more you? I also love helping plan:

  • LGBTQ+ friendly getaways where you feel celebrated

  • Trips with theater tickets, indie bookstores & moody coffee shops

  • Midwest and Eastern US Dog-friendly road trips and cozy cabins in the woods

  • National + state park adventures that don’t skimp on scenery

Let’s make your next trip feel easy, personal, and unforgettable.

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🌍 Where You’ll Find Me (and What We Can Make Together)

I’m always on the move—and that’s good news for you. I offer on-location photo and video shoots, collaborations, and content creation packages timed with my travel calendar. Perfect for brands who want real-world footage without the hassle of flying in a full crew.

  • 📸 Cruise-ready photography & cinematic vertical video

  • 🧭 Destination storytelling that makes clients feel like they’re already there

  • 🎭 Theatre-trained directing for on-location talent shoots

  • 📈 Brand-aligned visual strategy that supports your marketing goals

  • 🌊 Content creation retreats, solo travel stories, and group cruise collaborations

Upcoming Creative Windows:

  • 🌊 Aug 31- Sept 7: 7-day Cruise on Norwegian Encore

    Alaska: Glacier Bay, Skagway, Juneau & Ketchikan
    (content opportunities for NCL and senior friendly excursions)

  • 🌊 Sept 27–Oct 2, 2025: MSC Seascape – Branding Cruise + Content Retreat with the Shiny Penny Studios Team
    (Ocean Cay Marine Reserve overnight + Nassau, Bahamas, Sails from Miami)

  • 🌊 Jan 11–17, 2026: Carnival Horizon – Group Senior 70th Birthday Cruise Content
    (Celebration Key, Jamaica, Grand Cayman – perfect for lifestyle, multigen travel, and onboard storytelling, Sails from Miami)

  • 🌍 APRIL - JULY 2026 OPEN FOR PROPOSALS

NON CRUISE TRAVEL:

  • June 2025 Virginia Wine Country Road Trip
    (Dog-friendly adventure traveling from Cleveland, Ohio to Fredericksburg, Virginia)

  • 🌾 Summer 2026: Midwest Road Trip

    (Dog-friendly adventure content from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to Minnesota lake country)

  • 🏰 November 2026: Disney & Universal Family Visuals
    (Orlando-based content creation with inclusive, modern family models)

  • December 2025 Virginia Wine Country Road Trip
    (Dog-friendly adventure traveling from Cleveland, Ohio to Fredericksburg, Virginia)

☑️ Need launch content, influencer-style reels, evergreen travel stock, or strategic storytelling visuals?
Reach out for a custom quote, or to brainstorm a project together.

Contact me!

Interested in working together? Need some new custom content?

Fill out some info and I will be in touch shortly. I can’t wait to hear from you!