Meet Our Team
Dorian Destinations’ Expert Travel Advisors
Every journey we design is bespoke — planned by a real specialist, not a call center. Our luxury travel advisors have been where you’re going, from destination weddings to curated retreats, and each one is just an email or a phone call away.
Shannon Interian
Co-Founder · Luxury Travel Expert & Podcast Co-Host
With over 30 years of travel experience, Shannon Summerville Interian brings genuine, firsthand expertise to every trip she plans. A former teacher who transitioned fully into the travel industry, she approaches her work with the same dedication that once guided her classroom — now channeled entirely into crafting unforgettable itineraries for her clients.
Shannon serves as President of the South Florida chapter of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA), and is known for being personally accessible to her clients, treating every trip like her own.
Barbie Villacis
Travel Advisor
With a background in advertising and marketing for global brands, Barbie brings creativity and attention to detail to every travel experience she designs. Travel has always been her passion, and she loves helping others discover the world in ways that feel personal and unforgettable. As a mom to a curious 10-year-old, a wife, and a Goldendoodle parent, she understands the importance of trips that balance adventure, luxury, comfort, and family fun.
Julie Augusto
Travel Advisor
Julie is a people-centered leader with years of experience shaping inclusive experiences and building community across global organizations. With roots in Venezuela and married to an Angolan, she brings a rich international perspective shaped by her blended heritage and lifelong love of travel. Her journeys throughout the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, and Europe inspire a trip-design approach that blends authenticity and personal connection — seeking the stories, flavors, and traditions that make each destination unforgettable.
Karen Merced Lanzas
Travel Advisor
Travel has always been a meaningful part of Karen’s life — early family trips sparked a lasting love for discovering different cultures and seeing the world from new perspectives. With a background in Human Resources and Industrial-Organizational Psychology, she brings a thoughtful, organized approach to planning: anticipating needs, simplifying the process, and making sure everything flows smoothly from start to finish.
Karen specializes in river cruises, group travel, and wellness-focused getaways — trips that feel personalized, seamless, and genuinely enjoyable.
Franco Interian
Co-Founder · Adventure Travel Specialist & 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.
Ready to Start Planning?
Reach out to any of our travel advisors directly, or tell us about the journey you’re dreaming of and we’ll match you with the right specialist.
