Katie Waterman
Dallas, Texas
Katie Waterman is a Dallas-based luxury travel advisor and Virtuoso member whose approach to travel is rooted in one simple conviction: the details are everything. With a background deeply shaped by firsthand exploration — having grown up in Honolulu and spent years working across Europe before turning a lifelong passion into a profession — Katie brings a personal point of view to every itinerary she designs. She doesn't recommend what she hasn't experienced, and she doesn't settle for the obvious when the truly exceptional is within reach.
Working with a deliberately selective group of clients, Katie offers the kind of unhurried, end-to-end planning that transforms a great trip into an unforgettable one. Every hotel is chosen with intention. Every dinner reservation is made with purpose. Every transfer, guide, and private experience is curated to fit the specific rhythm of the people traveling — not just the destination.
Affiliated with Local Foreigner in New York and connected to the world's leading hotel and travel partners, Katie brings access and relationships that add meaningful value to every stay — from preferred treatment and exclusive amenities to the kind of quiet recognition that makes a client feel genuinely looked after.
When she is not planning trips for clients or scouting new destinations, Katie is spending time with her husband and two-year-old daughter in Dallas.
KATIE WATERMAN
Owner
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Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, travel has always been central to Katie's life. From island hopping between neighbor islands to overseas travel visiting family on the "mainland," and abroad, her childhood travels ignited a lifelong passion for exploration and cultural immersion. After graduating from SMU in Dallas, Katie spent a decade in Los Angeles working in event production, which took her across North America and Europe coordinating experiences and events. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her to launch Float Naked, a luxury pool float company, before returning full circle to Dallas where she is now based.
Katie's meticulous attention to detail and passion for research—her curated hotel and restaurant lists know no bounds—naturally led her to Local Foreigner. Here, she channels her expertise in crafting bespoke, immersive travel experiences that connect clients with authentic local cultures while maintaining the highest standards of service.
TOP DESTINATIONS
France, Italy, Mexico, North America, Portugal, United States
FAVORITE HOTELS
Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, Thyme, Villa San Michele, Beverly Hills Hotel, Blackberry Farm
BUCKET LIST
Scandinavia, Morocco, Japan, Taking a Belmond train to one of their many ideal destinations