Travel Advisor

Samantha Dwinell

She/Her

Expertise

  • France,
  • United Kingdom,
  • Food & Wine,
  • Family Travel
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Travel Advisor Samantha Dwinell in a blue top in front of white and blue buildings.

About

Experiences, not things, are my secret to a life well-lived. Former corporate executive, wife and mother, aspiring cookbook chef and globetrotter (40 countries and counting).

Home airports

DFW for most travel, occasionally DAL.

My travel style

I'm a learner, which means I'm always seeking new experiences, reaching out to learn about others, as well as exploring new and adventurous pursuits. I'm passionate about helping others to expand their horizons and to seek stories to tell, not stuff to show. Having lived in four countries on multiple continents, I love the opportunity to help others experience the wonders that are new cultures while escaping from the stress of daily life.

Favorite hotels

L'Auberge de Sedona

Close to town but hidden in the woods, the L'Auberge is a warm and comforting homebase for your exploration.

Fora Perks

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    $100 resort credit.

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    Breakfast daily.

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    Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.

The Grove

Chic resort in an 18th-century mansion across 300 acres with sophisticated rooms and suites.

Recently returned from:

  • Learning to surf in Hawai’i. 

  • Sampling delicious wines in Walla Walla, WA. 

  • Soaking up the sun in Belize. 

  • Getting mesmerized by the holiday decorations across London.

Dreaming of:

  • Cruising the Douro River in Portugal. 

  • Viewing the Northern Lights in Iceland. 

  • Yoga retreat in Thailand with my girlfriends. 

  • Chilean wine country.

One thing I can't travel without...

Comfortable shoes. Even if it's work travel, I find myself ready to adventure.

Two truths, one lie:

  1. I am a nationally rated women's gymnastics judge. 

  2. I have parasailed on four continents. 

  3. I once flew to Europe for a one hour meeting.

Travel Advisor Samantha Dwinell in a blue top in front of white and blue buildings.

Travel Advisor

Samantha Dwinell

Get in touch with Samantha

Reach out to customize and book your own experience. Or, just to chat about travel in general.

You can normally expect a response from Samantha within a business day or so. You'll also be subscribed to our travel newsletter (you can unsubscribe at any time).