EXPEDITION & BESPOKE TRAVEL
Extraordinary journeys, thoughtfully designed.
Deeper Meridian (formerly Best.Trip.Ever.) is a travel advisory founded by Dee Swaminathan, a Fora travel advisor specializing in polar expeditions, wildlife-rich journeys and bespoke luxury travel. Every journey is shaped by firsthand experience, thoughtful recommendations and seamless personal support.
TRAVEL THAT STAYS WITH YOU
The most meaningful journeys deserve more than an itinerary.
They deserve thoughtful choices, trusted recommendations and someone who understands what will make the experience feel entirely your own.
I design journeys that balance discovery with comfort, extraordinary moments with seamless logistics, and ambitious ideas with meticulous planning.
WAYS TO EXPLORE
Journeys designed around what moves you.
Whether you’re drawn to the edge of the map, the thrill of the wild or a celebration somewhere extraordinary, every journey begins with understanding what matters most to you
01
Polar Expeditions
Antarctica, South Georgia and the Arctic with expert guidance on ships, routes, seasons and trip styles.
02
Wildlife & Adventure
Thoughtfully selected safaris and immersive nature journeys, with comfort woven into every detail.
03
Celebrations & Custom Travel
Celebrate a birthday, anniversary or long-awaited family trip with an experience worthy of the occasion.
YOUR TRAVEL ADVISOR
Nice to meet you. I’m Dee.
I’m the founder of Deeper Meridian (formerly Best.Trip.Ever.) and a Fora travel advisor specializing in polar expeditions, wildlife and active journeys, and complex bespoke travel. I have traveled across all seven continents and lived in three countries -these experiences shape how I evaluate destinations, operators and the details that can transform a journey.
Before becoming a full-time travel advisor, I spent more than two decades in corporate leadership, managing complex client situations and global teams. Today, I bring that same structure, responsiveness and close attention to every journey I design.
Based in New Jersey and working with travelers across the world, I plan journeys worldwide, supported by Fora Travel’s global network of partners.
A DISTINCT POINT OF VIEW
What I’m known for
Specialist Knowledge
Firsthand guidance through the decisions that shape a polar expedition, from choosing the right operator, ship and itinerary to understanding cabin location, activity level, wildlife season and what is actually included.
Strong Judgment
An honest perspective on where an upgrade meaningfully changes the experience, whether that means the better-located suite, the smaller ship, the private guide, the exceptional lodge or simply more time in the right place.
Expert Execution
Flights, transfers, ships, hotels, private extensions and special requests kept connected from the first decision through departure, with one advisor who understands the journey as a whole.
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Well connected, wherever the journey takes you.
Through Fora’s global network and leading preferred-partner programs, my clients receive an added level of recognition, care and advocacy at exceptional hotels, cruise lines and travel companies around the world.
Preferred recognition, thoughtful amenities and priority support are valuable. Knowing someone is advocating for your experience behind the scenes is invaluable.
A glimpse of the trusted names within my wider network. Through Fora Reserve, I connect clients with 5,000+ preferred relationships across exceptional hotels, cruises, destinations and experiences worldwide. Explore the global partner network →
ARE WE A FIT?
We may work beautifully together if
You want an advisor to narrow the choices, not send a folder of links.
You care which hotel, ship, suite, lodge, guide or route you choose.
You are planning a complex or meaningful trip and want it handled as a whole.
You value firsthand judgment, responsiveness and one consistent point of contact.
You are willing to invest in getting an extraordinary journey right.
If finding the lowest available fare is your only priority, feel free to reach out and I can point you in the right direction, although I may not be the best fit as your advisor. If you want help understanding what is genuinely worth paying for, I would be glad to help.
CLIENT LOVE
Testimonials
Dee helped us plan a flawless trip to Antarctica. She found us the best itinerary, addressed all questions proactively, and was incredibly responsive when any new questions or issues arose. Her counsel regarding specific trip decisions was right on target. Thank you Dee, a five-star experience for sure!
KENNETH S
Every detail was taken care of, which allowed us to relax and enjoy our Japan trip stress-free.
SANLAA G
When you find a travel advisor like Dee, you keep her.
DEBORAH K
My Antarctica trip exceeded every expectation and clearly reflected Dee’s firsthand knowledge of expedition travel. Her recommendation for the expedition vessel was spot-on. It was evident that Dee understood the nuances that truly matter for an Antarctic journey. I cannot recommend Dee highly enough for Antarctica or any expedition-style travel.
KUMAR S
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