A-List Daria Westerfield T+L TOP TRAVEL ADVISOR | CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE SPECIALIST By Travel + Leisure Editors Travel + Leisure Editors Since 1971, Travel + Leisure editors have followed one mission: to inform, inspire, and guide travelers to have deeper, more meaningful experiences. T+L's editors have traveled to countries all over the world, having flown, sailed, road tripped, and taken the train countless miles. They've visited small towns and big cities, hidden gems and popular destinations, beaches and mountains, and everything in between. With a breadth of knowledge about destinations around the globe, air travel, cruises, hotels, food and drinks, outdoor adventure, and more, they are able to take their real-world experience and provide readers with tried-and-tested trip ideas, in-depth intel, and inspiration at every point of a journey. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 31, 2023 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of Respective Travel Advisor A typical Croatia, Montenegro, or Slovenia itinerary for this Houston-based advisor might include: a visit to a local's home near Split to learn the lost art of making "soparnik" (a pie-like dish); a rafting trip on the Soča River and hiking in Triglav National Park; or a cruise among the islands and inlets of the coast on a boat worthy of a James Bond film. Plus, stays at luxe properties like One & Only Porto Novi, Ikador and Maslina Resort. For one of her clients, a classical musician, Westerfield even arranged a visit with a master violin maker in Serbia. "I'm excited to see new things coming to the area after the renewed interest in tourism to Croatia, Montenegro, and other Balkan states," Westerfield says. "From an infrastructure perspective, Croatia in particular has made changes that will make travel far easier for our clients, including the new Peljesac Bridge and the upcoming adoption of the Euro. With these many changes, these regions are poised to continue growing in popularity in the coming years." Language(s) Spoken: English, Russian Average Daily Spend: $750 per person Trip Planning Fees: $500 per trip Contact Info dasha@riveroakstravel.com | 713-665-4767 | Houston, TX riveroakstravelagency.com/ facebook.com/riveroakstravelagency instagram.com/riveroakstravel/ Croatia Itinerary Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit