People Behind the Magic

Meet the Team

A global team, creating global experiences.

At SouthAmerica, we sell trips to all corners of the world. Thus, it’s only fitting that our team is from all across this world, with 45 nationalities represented at the company. We have over 600 team members working out of five offices across three continents. We’re global. We think internationally. And our team is diverse. Every single team member at SouthAmerica brings their own unique experiences, passions, and skills to the table.This is essential to our mission to provide the best tailor- made travel experiences in the world.We’re passionate travellers catering to passionate travellers. You’re only as good as your team, and luckily, we’ve got a great one.

Bruce Hodge

Founder & President

Claire Newell

General Manager

Randy Durband

CEO

Steve Spivak

Vice President

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“Group Travel Guidance”
The agent we worked with helped us find the best itinerary for our group of 20, which is no small feat. She was responsive to other needs that unfolded during our booking process, including special meals and seat assignments. We have returned to SouthAmerica Travel year after year because of the great service Cathy has provided.
- Jessica
“Communication and Expert Knowledge”
I had an excellent trip because Alice, my SouthAmerica Travel agent, was an excellent communicator. Listening to my concerns and then following up in a timely manner made this process enjoyable and productive. It was very helpful that Alice had intimate knowledge of every location and activity that we spoke about. I felt assured that she would be a support throughout my travels and she was.
- Greg M.
“Everything went off without a hitch”
Everything went off without a hitch. SouthAmerica reps reviewed everything with us the week before: where to be, when to be there, etc. and it just worked every single time. We were never left waiting for a representative to meet us in destination, they were always where they said they would be, on time. It made for a very worry free travel experience. Highly recommend.
- Chris H
“Group Travel Guidance”
The agent we worked with helped us find the best itinerary for our group of 20, which is no small feat. She was responsive to other needs that unfolded during our booking process, including special meals and seat assignments. We have returned to SouthAmerica Travel year after year because of the great service Cathy has provided.
- Jessica
“Communication and Expert Knowledge”
I had an excellent trip because Alice, my SouthAmerica Travel agent, was an excellent communicator. Listening to my concerns and then following up in a timely manner made this process enjoyable and productive. It was very helpful that Alice had intimate knowledge of every location and activity that we spoke about. I felt assured that she would be a support throughout my travels and she was.
- Greg M.
“Everything went off without a hitch”
Everything went off without a hitch. SouthAmerica reps reviewed everything with us the week before: where to be, when to be there, etc. and it just worked every single time. We were never left waiting for a representative to meet us in destination, they were always where they said they would be, on time. It made for a very worry free travel experience. Highly recommend.
- Chris H
“Group Travel Guidance”
The agent we worked with helped us find the best itinerary for our group of 20, which is no small feat. She was responsive to other needs that unfolded during our booking process, including special meals and seat assignments. We have returned to SouthAmerica Travel year after year because of the great service Cathy has provided.
- Jessica
“Communication and Expert Knowledge”
I had an excellent trip because Alice, my SouthAmerica Travel agent, was an excellent communicator. Listening to my concerns and then following up in a timely manner made this process enjoyable and productive. It was very helpful that Alice had intimate knowledge of every location and activity that we spoke about. I felt assured that she would be a support throughout my travels and she was.
- Greg M.
“Everything went off without a hitch”
Everything went off without a hitch. SouthAmerica reps reviewed everything with us the week before: where to be, when to be there, etc. and it just worked every single time. We were never left waiting for a representative to meet us in destination, they were always where they said they would be, on time. It made for a very worry free travel experience. Highly recommend.
- Chris H

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Meet the Team

A global team, creating global experiences.

Bruce Hodge

Claire Newell

Randy Durband

Steve Spivak

Stay in the Soul of South America

“Group Travel Guidance”

“Communication and Expert Knowledge”

“Everything went off without a hitch”

“Group Travel Guidance”

“Communication and Expert Knowledge”

“Everything went off without a hitch”

“Group Travel Guidance”

“Communication and Expert Knowledge”

“Everything went off without a hitch”

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