Criterion Travel
Susannah Dameron is a seasoned professional in the field of tour operations, currently serving as the Director of Tour Operations at Criterion Travel since November 2014. In this role, Susannah oversees a team responsible for executing over 45 international study tour programs annually, focusing on daily operations, recruitment and training, and program management. Prior experience includes positions such as Tour Operations Manager at Criterion Travel, and Director of Operations and Consultant at National Parks Revealed, along with roles at Oceanic Society and High Country Passage. Susannah's educational background includes a degree from Brown University, and involvement on the Board of Directors for the Forum of the Americas.
Criterion Travel
Criterion Travel is a tour operator specializing in educational travel. We work with top U.S. affinity organizations to create and operate customized group itineraries worldwide with a strong educational focus. Our tours and cruises are designed for travelers interested in learning more about the destination than the average tourist. There is nothing “off the shelf” about the trips we develop. Many are unique and operate only once. Almost all have accompanying expert lecturers who complement what local guides have to say. They might feature a combination of land and chartered sea, river, rail, or air transportation. Most of our programs provide private access or special features not available to individual travelers or most other groups. Criterion Travel is based in Beaverton, Oregon, and is owned and operated by industry veteran Steve Ridgway. Our seven senior staff members average 15 years of experience in the educational travel niche. Engage, Educate, Enrich