DW Travel Advisors: Why Today’s Travelers Need a Trusted Advisor

DW Travel Advisors, founded by Myrtle Beach residents Camella Doherty and Barbara Cooper, provides personalized and professional travel planning for individuals, couples, and groups throughout the Grand Strand and beyond. With extensive experience and a passion for exploration, their mission is simple: to make every journey seamless, enjoyable, and unforgettable.

Travel today is more complex than ever, and with 2026 ushering in new airline rules, documentation changes, cruising updates, and global travel requirements, navigating trips independently has only become more challenging. Flights shift frequently, insurance has become essential, and destinations continue to evolve with new expectations. While booking online may seem convenient, managing the details behind a trip is anything but simple. This is why having a travel advisor is not only helpful — it’s important, and often a true lifesaver when unexpected issues arise.

A search engine can show offer options; a travel advisor offers understanding. Camella and Barbara partner with preferred tour companies, cruise lines, and global suppliers who invest in them through continuous training, industry certifications, firsthand experiences, and agent-only support. These relationships allow DW Travel Advisors to recommend itineraries that match each traveler’s pace, interests, mobility needs, and budget-something an algorithm can’t replicate. Their expertise also helps clients avoid costly mistakes such as poorly timed flights, inconvenient connections, unsuitable hotel locations, or itineraries that simply don’t align with
expectations.

Clients consistently praise this level of service. One traveler shared, “Our first trip to London and Ireland was stress-free because Camella handled all the details. Her insight added so much value to our journey.” Another reflected on a bucket-list adventure: “Barbara presented options that matched exactly what we wanted. Our South African safari was organized beautifully and filled with unforgettable memories.” These experiences happen because a professional is advocating behind the scenes long before—and long after—departure.

This advocacy becomes even more critical when the unexpected occurs. Weather delays, airline schedule changes, or supplier adjustments can turn independent bookings into hours of stress. With DW Travel Advisors, travelers have real-time support — not a call center. To continue providing elevated care, DW Travel Advisors has introduced a non-refundable $200 full-service planning fee for custom itineraries. This fee does not apply to DW Travel Club group trips, which remain a special benefit for Del Webb Grande Dunes residents and their guests.

This investment will cover:

• Customized research
• Itinerary design
• Supplier coordination
• Reservation oversight
• Pre-, during-, and post-travel support
• A seamless experience from start to finish

In a world where travel is increasingly dynamic, having a trusted travel advisor transforms uncertainty into confidence and trips into cherished memories. For those who want more than a basic booking — who want guidance, support, personalization, and care woven into every detail — DW Travel Advisors is ready to elevate your next journey.

Because now more than ever, life is meant to be explored.