Dakota Poindexter

Charlotte, NC

Global Adventure Travel Agent Expert

I craft personalized, unforgettable journeys in the following incredible destinations, ensuring each trip is tailored to the traveler’s interests and style. Costa Rica: I specialize in eco-adventures and wildlife experiences, with custom itineraries for exploring rainforests, volcanoes, and beaches, including Arenal and Manuel Antonio. Belize: Expert in eco-tourism and cultural travel, from diving the Blue Hole to exploring Mayan ruins and remote beach getaways. Thailand: Creating diverse itineraries that blend cultural exploration, adventure, and relaxation, from Bangkok and Chiang Mai to the islands of Phuket and Krabi. Japan: Tailoring trips that mix ancient tradition with modern culture, including temple visits in Kyoto, vibrant experiences in Tokyo, and scenic beauty in Hokkaido and the Japanese Alps. Canada: Offering bespoke travel experiences across Canada, from outdoor adventures in the Rockies and Banff to city explorations in Vancouver, Toronto, and Montreal.

My Travel Specialties

Glacier National Park Travel Expert

Tucked away in the northwest corner of Montana, Glacier is the kind of place where you trade in your screens for snow capped peaks, turquoise alpine lakes, and trails that seem to stretch into forever. I’ve sent couples there for romantic escapes, families for unplugged vacations, and solo travelers...
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Glacier fed lake in Montana

North Carolina Travel Agent Expert

If you're looking for a getaway that blends natural beauty, rich culture, and a touch of Southern charm, let me introduce you to Western Carolina, a place I always love recommending to my clients. Tucked between the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, this region offers a peaceful escape with plenty...
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Hiking North Carolina

New Orleans Travel Agent Specialist

There’s just something about my birthplace: New Orleans. There's a magic in the air that you can’t quite put into words until you’ve been there yourself. Every time I visit, I fall in love all over again with the city’s energy, soul, and unapologetic love of life. Whether you're a...
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New Orleans Home

North Carolina Travel Agent Expert

I have been a professional adventure guide and travel agent offering global adventures for 7+ years. Places that I have extensively visited and specialize in include North Carolina, New Orleans LA, Tahoe CA, Glacier National Park Montana, Waterton Lakes National Park Canada, Costa Rica, Belize, and...
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Glacier National Park

My Reviews

Playa Guiones, Costa Rica
We recently had the pleasure of working with Dakota on planning a trip to Costa Rica. We weren't sure where we wanted to go but we knew we wanted to relax, have a little adventure, and have a beach nearby. Dakota knew just where we needed to go, Playa Guiones. We had 14 people from 5 different states all coming together so we knew it would take a lot of planning. He arranged flights all arriving at similar times and a private shuttle bus that took us round trip to our amazing homes. Dakota found two homes across the street from each other that accommodated us perfectly. We had a beautiful beach only a 5-minute walk from our houses, and a 10-minute walk to shops and restaurants. He also planned for a rental car and golfcart. During our stay we went to a monkey rescue, rode horses through the jungle, took a surfing lesson, went deep sea fishing, and snorkeling. Dakota's ability to speak Spanish and his knowledge of the country was definitely a huge asset to us. His amazing planning skil
By  Karen  from  Atlanta, Ga
Traveled to  Costa Rica | Central America
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Epic Hiking and Camping Trip !!!
I contacted Dakota for his help planning a trip to Glacier National Park. We were so impressed with how knowledgeable he was. He knew when we should go and where we should go. He booked our airfare, hotels, and rental car. He also help us decide what activities we wanted to do while there which included camping, hiking, and kayaking. He also gave us helpful information on equipment we would need and what to pack. He prepared us for crossing back and forth between the US and Canadian borders which was very helpful. We saw many amazing lakes, wildlife, and hiked in places that were absolutely beautiful. This trip was so much more than we could've ever imagined, and we will absolutely refer all of our friends and family to Dakota and hope to have him plan our next adventure soon.
By  Philip  from  Kennesaw, Ga
Traveled to  Glacier National Park | Montana | USA
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
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Family trip to Universal Studios
Contacted Dakota for arrangements for our trip. He acquired various hotel options and booked the one that met our needs. Booked complicated airline reservations for 5 travelers with varied departure cities. He made sure we got the rooms we desired. He made sure we knew how to contact him if there were any glitches during our trip. There were NONE and we had a terrific vacstion
By  Mike  from  Charlotte, NC
Traveled to  Orlando | Florida | USA
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Destination Expert:

  • North Carolina
  • New Orleans
  • Glacier National Park
  • Costa Rica
  • Louisiana
  • Waterton Lakes National Park
  • Asheville
  • Thailand
  • Baton Rouge
  • Chapel Hill
  • Kenner
  • Charlotte
  • Lafayette
  • Raleigh

Travel Specialist:

  • Adventure
  • Arts & Culture
  • Family Vacations
  • Animals & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Foodie
  • Architecture
  • Bucket List
  • Destination Weddings
  • Luxury
  • Celebration Travel
  • Hiking & Backpacking
  • Global Travel
  • National Parks
  • Nightlife
  • Outdoor Activities & Sports

Languages I Speak:

  • English
  • Spanish

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