Diahn-Maria Soares-Ellis

Luxury Travel Extraordinaire, Mentor of Advisors, and Mom on a Mission

If there’s one thing Diahn-Maria Ellis knows, it’s how to turn a trip into an unforgettable story. With over 14 years of experience in travel and hospitality—including stints with industry icons like Air Jamaica and Sandals Resorts International—Diahn has mastered the art of curating luxurious getaways that leave her clients swooning. As the founder of Journey with DSE, she’s all about helping discerning travelers say “yes” to white sands, turquoise waters, and once-in-a-lifetime adventures.

But Diahn doesn’t just plan vacations—she’s also a mentor, coach, and cheerleader for aspiring travel advisors. Armed with her insider knowledge and infectious enthusiasm, she teaches advisors how to transform their businesses and wow their clients, one dreamy itinerary at a time. When she’s not playing matchmaker between travelers and their dream destinations, you’ll find her inspiring others to aim higher and think bigger.

A visionary at heart, Diahn is also launching a consultancy business to guide small to midsize companies in strategy, policy implementation, and management. Her mission is to equip businesses with tools for sustainable growth while creating meaningful customer experiences.

At home, Diahn’s life is as lively as her career. She’s a proud wife to O’Shane and a mom to her three wonderful boys—Caleb, Elijah, and Ethan—who keep her on her toes and remind her daily that life is the greatest adventure of all.

Whether she’s designing swoon-worthy escapes, coaching her peers, or soaking up family time, Diahn-Maria Ellis brings a whole lot of passion, personality, and a dash of sparkle to everything she does.