Gretchen Canter is a luxury travel advisor with Departure Lounge and founder of Canterbury Journeys, specializing in customized itineraries, family travel, and immersive global experiences. Based in Austin, Texas, she brings a lifelong passion for cultural exploration to every journey she designs, shaped by years spent living abroad in Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, and the Middle East.
With decades of travel experience across Africa, Asia, Europe, South America, and the South Pacific, Gretchen creates highly personalized journeys that go beyond traditional tourism. From luxury escapes and private cultural tours to family adventures and once-in-a-lifetime expeditions, she is dedicated to designing meaningful travel experiences that inspire connection, discovery, and lasting memories.