Travel Advisor
Samantha Vanderhorst
She/Her
Expertise
- Group Travel,
- Adventure,
- Australia,
- Spain
Based in
Sydney, Australia
Minimum booking Budget
$400/night
Profile details
About
Dynamic connector and planner driven by an insatiable passion for travel, culinary and art exploration, and fitness. Fueled by boundless curiosity and eagerly embracing novel adventures at every twist and turn.
Travel style
My love affair with travel began with a passion for exploring new places, meeting new people and immersing myself in different cultures. My vacation style is truly versatile — I enjoy both relaxing by the water or activity-based adventures. Whether it's lounging by the water, visiting museums, eating at the best restaurants, sipping a craft cocktail, visiting museums, fitness activities or shopping, I'm all in.
Growing up, I was always extremely curious about people and cultures. I grew up on the Canadian border and spent a good amount of time between Canada and Buffalo, so I was exposed to another country and culture from an early age. I spent four months living in Italy and have embraced the luxury of upscale hotels throughout Europe, while also spending time in hostels and rentals. Even amid COVID, I decided to head down to Florida to spend time working remotely in Miami. I spent three years living in New York City and am now based in Sydney, Australia, so I’ve spent many years jumping between city and beach life.
With a travel portfolio spanning from indulging in high-end culinary experiences to activity-based travel, I have the knowledge to craft custom travel experiences tailored just for you. I am dedicated to curating your ideal journey, ensuring the creation of unforgettable memories, whether it involves a quiet retreat or exploring a vibrant city. From planning couples' getaways to coordinating group trips to family-based travel, I'm well-equipped to handle any type of adventure you throw my way!
Feel free to get in touch below if you need assistance booking your trip or if you're on the lookout for travel inspiration — I'm here to help. While my specialties lie in Australia and Spain, I'm happy to lend a hand with any travel planning needs.
Samantha's travel guides & trip reports
3 Days in San Sebastian and Biarritz
New Orleans Recommendations
Byron Bay: Your Wellness Weekend by the Water
The Great Barrier Reef: A 3-Day Itinerary
Weekend Escape to Miami
Girls Trip: A 3-Day 30A Travel Guide
Things to do in the Adirondacks — Lake Placid
Things To Do in Dubai
Guide to New Delhi, India
3 Days in New York City
Top Things to Do in Sydney: A Three-Day Itinerary
The Ultimate Melbourne Guide: A Weekend of Culture, Food & Cocktails
A Guide to Uluru: Visit the Heart of Australia
Favorite hotels
Samantha's travel photos
Samantha's reviews
Samantha was wonderful. For each leg of our trip she offered different hotel options based on price and location, activities and food recommendations. All were fantastic. Samantha had nice touches for us at each hotel for our honeymoon which was a nice surprise. Finally, when we had a miscommunication on the bill at one of our hotels she helped us get it sorted which was above and beyond. Highly recommend Samantha for travel planning!
- Whitney V.
Booked travel to San Sebastián
- September 2024
Samantha was great to work with when planning this trip. We might not have found the Renaissance without her and we loved it!
- Serena W.
Booked travel to Paris
- July 2024
Samantha was great as she helped us find this location based on our criteria for price, location, and what we wanted for our family. She took care of all the details for us and made it super easy!
- Mark W.
Booked travel to San Sebastián
- July 2024
Samantha was so easy to work with that she has booked a second trip for us in NYC.
- Katherine V.
Booked travel to Sydney
- March 2024
Get in touch with Samantha
Reach out to customize and book your own experience. Or, just to chat about travel in general.
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