We are a local Houston boutique travel agency specializing in personalized vacations for those who value the gift of convenience, travel thoughtfully arranged so they can fully enjoy the journey without the logistics.

Our commitment lies in deeply understanding and fulfilling our travelers’ individual preferences with precision and empathy, while thoughtfully incorporating the cultural nuances that make each destination meaningful. We offer dedicated attention and care, designing explorations uniquely engineered to their tastes, aspirations, and the character of the places they visit. Organizing a trip can be daunting, so we create streamlined, handpicked experiences fine-tuned to your lifestyle.

What sets us apart is the personal attention we provide. Every aspect of your journey, including all communications with providers, is managed by us. We remain directly involved at every stage, so you’re never passed to impersonal support. We also offer the option of a dedicated in-destination concierge to address travel-related needs with immediate care and local insight.

Backed by our global experience, ongoing knowledge-building, and trusted global relationships, we deliver intentional, culturally informed, and well-orchestrated international vacations.

Meet Selena, owner and travel professional at Next Gate LLC. Born on a naval base in Guam and raised as a military brat, travel was part of life early on. Living in Germany, she experienced Europe firsthand, weekend drives to Paris, chocolate croissants, and winding roads through the hills are still nostalgic memories. In college, she was the friend always planning and going on trips, even taking a test on the road to El Yunque in Puerto Rico, hotspot in hand, fully committed to both school and adventure.

In 2021, Selena became a flight attendant for a charter airline, flying to places such as South Korea, Bahrain, and even back to Guam. But the fast pace wasn’t sustainable for her.

However, through this experience, she stayed in immaculate properties such as Oakwood Premier Incheon and Avani Pattaya Resort, with private limo rides to her destinations.

She also often flew out of private airports and terminals, where she saw families boarding their jets, heading off to new destinations and at times, even connecting with them over shared travel stories and experiences.

This shifted her perspective..travel could be intentional, elevated, and personal, sparking her desire to learn more about this style and work with like-minded individuals.

In 2024, she launched Next Gate LLC to connect with others who value this approach, helping them plan experiences that feel personal, meaningful, and fun.

She hit the books, and then some. From ongoing education and industry workshops to conferences and professional circles, including joining the American Society of Travel Advisors, Selena continually deepens her expertise to better serve her travelers as they explore the world.

As a travel specialist, Selena is committed to guiding her clients not just to a single destination but through each new adventure. Her focus extends beyond one location, ensuring that every experience is as enriching and seamless as the last.

She invites you to connect with her for personalized travel planning and to discuss your expedition aspirations. 

Selena looks forward to supporting you as you set out on your next adventure.