Travel Advisor
Susan Anderson
Expertise
- Alaska,
- Maldives,
- Colorado,
- Luxury Travel,
- Europe,
- Australia,
- Africa,
- Asia,
- Iceland,
- Off-the-Beaten Path Travel
Profile details
About
Curious about the world, other cultures and history. I travel several months a year exploring new places with my husband, children and grandchildren. I have been to 124 countries. We reside in CO and AK.
Travel style
I pick a few new countries to explore and an itinerary to follow. I like to spend time getting to know each country — there's so much to experience and learn about! I love serendipity along the way. We end our travels of staying in boutique hotels and small inns/B&Bs with a few weeks relaxing on an island, or two. We have been to most island groups in the world and now are planning our eighth trip to the Maldives luxury travel at its finest! We have stayed in 16 Maldivian Resorts thus far. We also enjoy adventuring with our grandchildren and children. The world is a classroom and we also traveled for months at a time with our four children growing up. A few of my fondest recent memories are our self drive around Namibia, driving around Kyushu in rural Japan (including Yakushima), staying in the romantic Onsens, hiking in the Sapa area of Northern Vietnam, exploring the Lofoten Islands, island hopping in the South Pacific, snorkeling in Indonesia and the Maldives, taking the Indian Pacific train across Australia and exploring Nepal, Peru, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Norway and France. I love to share the joy of travel with others!
Susan's travel guides & trip reports
The Mesmerizing Maldives: An Insider's Guide
3-Day Guide to Year-Round Fun in Breckenridge, Colorado
4-Day Itinerary in Seward: Alaska's Gateway to the Kenai Fjords
The St Regis in the Middle of Lhasa Tibet is Impressive
Jaya House is An Amazing Find in Siem Reap Cambodia
Hilton Garden Inn, Stunning New Upscale Hotel in Torshavn, Faroe Islands
Stunning and Stylish Lombok Lodge is Simply the Best on Lombok
The Kayon Jungle Resort in Ubud Bali has the Wow Factor at Every Turn
Resort Review: Ayada Resort, Maldives
Maldives Resort Review: Baros
Vakkaru is a Fun-Packed & Relaxing Maldives Resort
The Esplanade Zagreb Hotel With an Amazing Orient Express History
Loved this Smart Modern Siglo Hotel in the Heart of Siglufjordur, Iceland
We Enjoyed the Outstanding House Reef and Room at Banyan Tree Maldives
Kandolhu Maldivian Resort: This Little Maldivian Island is Magical
Lux Maldives: We Didn't Want to Leave this Stunning Island
Hilton Mauritius: This Hotel is Really a Special Gem
Sanga is a Gorgeous Japanese Ryokan Tucked into the Forest with a River Running Through It
Nuka Hiva Kekahanui Pearl Lodge is a Tropical Paradise Snuggled in the Remote Marquesas Islands
The Terra Nostra Garden Hotel is an Upscale Hotel in the Heart of Furnas, Azores
JW Marriott in Khao Lak Thailand is a Stunning Hotel on an Amazing Beach
Panoramic Views from this Boutique Hotel in Ella Sri Lanka
Enchanting Moroccan Riad in Fes Awaits on the Other Side of a Dimly-Lit Alley in the Medina
Mirihi Is a True little Barefoot Maldivian Island
W Resort, a Beautiful Little Maldivian Island with Fantastic Snorkeling
Lovely New Luxury Hotel Overlooking Fewa Lake in Pokhara Nepal
Lovely, Stylish Hotel in Heart of Alesund, Norway
Ursulino Is a Lovely Luxury Hotel with a Great Location for exploring Valletta, Malta
Pongwe Beach Hotel in Zanzibar is a Slice of Paradise
Loved this Luxuriously-Appointed Dolomite Camp in Etosha Namibia
Amilla Fushi Maldives is a Lovely Island with Something for Everyone!
8 Nights at Six Senses Laamu in the Maldives
A Wellness Trip to COMO Cocoa Islands Mesmerizing Lagoon
Favorite hotels
Cap Juluca, A Belmond Hotel, Anguilla
Mediterranean-style property along a white sand beach with private, luxe rooms and suites.
Fora Perks
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$100 hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
The St. Regis Lhasa Resort
A regal escape in the ancient Barkhor area, amid the stunning Tibetan landscape.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
Enchanting Maldives resort surrounded by nothing but turquoise lagoon which melts into sapphire blue — perfect for a romantic vacation.
Susan's travel photos
Susan's reviews
Susan got me the best hotel--without me even knowing there was one within my budget! She was very attentive to my travel preferences and anticipated my needs. Very service oriented, this is reflective of her life resume: she told me she was a stay at home mom of 4 kids for 25 years and to this day still manages her husband's business, too! Plus, all of her years of discovering countries have made travel planning second nature to her. She is the new best kept secret in the travel agent world!
- Whitney A.
Booked travel to Copenhagen
- December 2023
Susan was very responsive to our travel needs and made fun recommendations to include in our tight travel schedule.
- Rhonda H.
Booked travel to Barcelona
- December 2023
Our travel advisor, Susan, was amazing and we can't wait to plan our next adventure with her again! :) I trust her with everything travel, as she's been all over the world herself. She's relatable, communicates quickly and effectively, and is kind! Not to mention, she understands your budget, where you should spend a little more, and where you can afford to not spend as much.
- MaryRachael H.
Booked travel to Florence
- December 2023
Susan’s wealth of travel experience is evident from the start, and her passion shines through. She’s not only relatable and personable but also communicates with clarity, remaining attentive to both my needs and my friend Anna’s. Her genuine care creates a reassuring sense that you’re in good hands. Highly recommend!
- Memry A.
Booked travel to Colorado
- October 2023
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