Destination America (DMC)
Athena Hariz is a dedicated professional in the hospitality and travel industry with extensive experience in various roles. Currently serving as the Custom Groups Manager at Destination America (DMC) since September 2023, Athena has previously held positions such as Travel Account Manager at Road Rebel Global and Travel Experience Agent at Hopper. With roots in sales management at Evolution Hospitality and Brighton Management, Athena has a strong background in guest services, having excelled in roles including Lead Concierge at Santa Catalina Island Company and Front Desk Receptionist at Eskaton Fountainwood Lodge. Athena holds a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Administration/Management from California State University - East Bay and additional qualifications in Esthetics and Arts and Culture.
Destination America (DMC)
Since 1991, DA has been the leading DMC for guided group travel throughout the Americas and has taken thousands of travelers to all corners of the USA, Canada, Central and South America. DA produces and operates both white labelled tour series departures and one-off custom groups. The world's leading travel companies trust DA as an extension of their own operations in the Americas while enjoying a partnership of collaboration, shared objectives, and confidentiality. Benefits of partnering with DA include working with tenured professionals who have a laser focus on service and flawless trip execution. Market share means DA’s clients thrive commercially, enjoying the most favorable pricing, commissions and access with accommodation, vetted transportation and experiential product suppliers. DA is fully owned by the Travel Corporation (TTC), financially independent for the last 103 years.