travel with intention
Travel, Healing & Freedom: The Story Behind Lista La Maleta
Hi, I’m Doris — a Dominican-born traveler, mom, and storyteller creating a softer, more intentional way to see the world. I believe travel is more than beaches and itineraries; it’s a path back to yourself. Through family trips, cultural experiences, and moments of quiet reflection, I share travel that feels grounding, empowering, and deeply connected.
Lista La Maleta was born from my journey of rebuilding myself, exploring the Caribbean with my daughter, and embracing a life rooted in freedom, ease, and purpose. If you’re a woman seeking meaningful travel — you’re in the right place.
1998
First Travel Story
1000’s
Photos Taken
20+ years
Travel Experience
1 Goal
Intentional Travel
“Travel is where I return to myself. It’s where freedom, clarity, and confidence meet.“
I believe travel can be soft, healing, and transformative. Every trip teaches me something new — about culture, motherhood, and the woman I’m becoming. I honor local traditions, connect with communities, and aim to leave every place better than I found it.
Travel has always been my reset button. As a single mom, it became a way to reconnect with myself, show my daughter the beauty of the world, and explore cultural roots — especially here in the Dominican Republic. Lista La Maleta blends travel with self-discovery, soft life principles, motherhood, and empowerment. My goal is to help women feel safe, supported, and inspired to create a life aligned with their soul.
If you’re looking for meaningful travel — not just the perfect photo — you’re home.
Plan with intention
Travel Planning Support
Planning a trip shouldn’t feel overwhelming. Whether you’re dreaming of a family getaway, a soft-life escape, or a cultural experience that goes beyond typical tourism, I offer personalized travel-planning support to help you explore the world with ease.
I design custom itineraries, curate meaningful cultural experiences, and guide women who want to travel intentionally — including the group trips I personally host. My goal is to help you enjoy travel that feels aligned, empowering, and unforgettable.