Meet your Hosts
Kirk
Kirk is the Co-Founder of Utila Luxe Personalized Tours & Adventures, a professional artist, master storyteller, and adventure traveler who inspires more than 1.5 million people through his journey as the Vagabond Artist. After leaving the corporate world behind in search of a simpler, more meaningful life, he made the Caribbean island of Utila his home.
Growing up in a tent near Yellowstone sparked a lifelong passion for exploration that has taken him around the world, from diving the legendary Atomic Fleet at Bikini Atoll to hiking across Turkey and countless adventures in between. Today, he brings that same curiosity and appreciation for authentic travel to every Utila Luxe experience.
Whether he's sharing the island's hidden gems, documenting unforgettable moments, or connecting guests with the stories, people, and culture that make Utila so special, Kirk helps transform every trip into an experience that's both adventurous and deeply meaningful.
Ro
Ro Imani is the Co-Founder & CEO of Utila Luxe Personalized Tours & Adventures, a PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer, certified life coach specializing in major life transitions, and experienced travel host. After spending more than 15 years leading training, operations, and process improvement in the corporate world, she left it all behind to build a life centered around adventure, purpose, and helping others do the same.
Whether she's introducing someone to scuba for the very first time, helping experienced divers rebuild confidence through personalized instruction, or guiding guests who are exploring the possibility of moving abroad or reinventing their next chapter, Ro combines professional expertise with genuine personal attention. Her calm, patient teaching style and small-group approach have helped countless guests discover what's possible both above and below the surface.
Having traveled extensively and now calling Utila home, Ro loves sharing the island beyond the typical tourist experience. From hidden beaches and local culture to unforgettable dives and meaningful conversations, her goal is simple: to help every guest experience Utila in a real, authentic way while feeling supported every step of the journey.
When she's not in the water, you'll usually find her gardening, tending to her small hobby farm, or planning the next unforgettable island adventure