A BRIEF HISTORY

About Dorian Destinations

Our Story

Dorian Destinations was founded in March 2024 by Shannon and Franco Interian, a husband-and-wife team with a shared passion for transformative travel. Born from a promise, built on purpose, and powered by love, the agency is more than a business—it’s a tribute to living fully and seeing the world with open eyes and an open heart. Shannon, a former educator of nearly 20 years, made a vow to her late mother to explore the world and help others do the same. That promise became the emotional compass guiding Dorian Destinations.

Personalized Journeys

With Shannon specializing in luxury land, river, and ocean travel, and Franco focusing on bold adventure and expedition experiences, the couple brings both heart and passion to every journey they craft. Franco’s background in media, branding, and immersive exploration brings a creative edge to the itineraries they design—each one personalized, intentional, and unforgettable. Together, they blend authenticity with elegance to help clients connect deeply with the people, places, and cultures they encounter.

Return Home with Memories

At Dorian Destinations, travel goes beyond logistics and bucket lists—it becomes a means of growth, connection, and storytelling. Whether it’s a European river cruise, an African safari, or an off-the-grid escape, every itinerary is crafted with purpose and care. Clients are invited to slow down, savor each moment, and return home not just with memories, but with a deeper sense of self and place. For them, it’s not about how many countries you’ve seen—it’s about how deeply you’ve experienced them.

Travel Tales & Insider Tips

The Dorian Destinations Podcast

As part of their mission to inspire and educate, Shannon and Franco co-host The Dorian Destinations Podcast, where they share insider tips, destination highlights, and personal stories from the road. It’s travel storytelling with heart, designed to help listeners explore with intention and curiosity.

Shannon Interian

Luxury Travel Specialist | Co-Founder | Podcast Co-Host

Shannon is a former educator turned luxury travel advisor who brings warmth, heart, and detail to every itinerary she creates. She specializes in elegant land travel, European river cruises, and ocean voyages that invite travelers to slow down, connect, and truly savor the world.

Franco Interian

Luxury Adventure & Expedition Travel Specialist | Co-Founder | Podcast Co-Host

Franco is a creative producer and adventure travel specialist with a passion for bold, off-the-beaten-path experiences. From polar expeditions to cultural deep dives, he crafts high-touch, high-impact journeys for travelers who crave the extraordinary.

Our Mission & Vision

Mission

To craft meaningful, personalized travel experiences that inspire connection—to places, people, and purpose. We believe travel should not only elevate the senses but also expand the soul.

Vision

To be a trusted guide for intentional travelers seeking deeper, more authentic ways to explore the world—where every journey is a story worth telling and a life more fully lived.

At Dorian Destinations, your travel experience starts with a conversation—one rooted in curiosity, care, and a desire to create something truly meaningful.

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