Julie Norton
- Latin America & Africa Travel Specialist
- San Diego Office
- 7 years' Experience in Travel
A lifelong explorer, I’ve traveled across all 7 continents, chasing wild places and meaningful moments. I spent 2 years living on the road covering most of the US and Central America.
Nature and wildlife are my greatest passions - I’m happiest in remote places where the wild still rules and culture runs deep. That is why some of my favorite places are in Africa. Seeing wildlife fully in their natural habitat, unbothered and untouched from the human world really touches your soul.
What My Guests Say
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"Spectacular trip that lived up to bucket list inspiration. It has reinforced the thought to not put off trips, this created a memory I will never forget."BFL - May 2026Traveled to South Africa
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"Julie Norton was a great travel agent for us. Designed a beautiful trip that suited our tastes. Amazing hotels that we loved. And great activities - biking, hiking, cooking class, pottery class."DAF - August 2025Traveled to Peru
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"This was the most worry free vacation I have ever been on! Being able to just be ready at the appointed time and know I was in safe hands was such a pleasure. I will definitely be using Scott Dunn for future travels!"TMM - July 2025Traveled to Costa Rica
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"This is our 2nd trip with Scott Dunn and we've been thoroughly impressed, specifically with how well you can curate bespoke itineraries and find hotels that fit our desires. We have always felt taken care of in an "above and beyond" way."OA - April 2025Traveled to Panama
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"Love the Scott Dunn app. It was helpful to have all the details on hand in one spot. The hotels we stayed at were phenomenal and the staff so friendly."SG - December 2024Traveled to Costa Rica
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"The guide Miguel during our time in Sacred Valley and Cuzco was especially exceptional. He was extremely well educated about the local area and history due to his passion for the culture of the area and made us feel very welcome. "KJ - October 2024Traveled to Peru
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"Every step of the way we were taken care of, and it was very reassuring. We loved every detail!"MC - September 2024Traveled to Peru
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"Julie Norton was a pleasure to work with. She put together a trip of a lifetime filled with so many great memories. Our Scott Dunn contact in Costa Rica was fantastic and made sure everything went smoothly."WW - December 2023Traveled to Costa Rica
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What's the most exciting wildlife sighting you’ve ever encountered?
While on safari in Kenya I saw Cheeta with her adorable 7 cubs. They were so joyful, zooming all over and I thought one was about to jump right into my lap.
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What's the best thing you've ever brought back from your travels?
A watercolor painting of Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany, made by an elderly man sitting outside of the castle.
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What’s the most incredible natural phenomenon you have witnessed?
Camping on top of Acatenango Volcano in Guatemala, watching the nearby Fuego Volcano erupt throughout the night.
My Favorite Scott Dunn Hotels and Tours
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VIEW HOTELAmor Arenal
The individual casitas are surrounded by vegetation which makes it feel very remote. I was so spoiled by my own plunge thermal pool and also loved the larger thermal pools on the property. -
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VIEW HOTELTierra Atacama Hotel & Spa
Not only had the best spa and pool area but adorable fire pit sections with cosy blankets and great stargazing on a clear night. -
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VIEW HOTELLa Residence
I loved staying at La Residence for its serene, beautifully calm grounds—an ideal contrast and peaceful retreat after the vibrant energy of Cape Town.
