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Evanston, Illinois
Bill McDowell is co-founder of Hidden Lane Journeys, a boutique travel advisory focused on thoughtfully paced, culturally rich travel. A longtime writer, editor, and editorial leader, he brings an editor’s eye to itinerary design—shaping trips around narrative, context, pacing, and the details that give a place character. His work emphasizes food, culture, history, and well-matched local experiences, with a planning style grounded in clarity, discernment, and thoughtful guidance. Bill is a Certified Travel Associate through The Travel Institute and a member of the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA). Hidden Lane Journeys is an independent affiliate of Oasis Travel Network, member of Signature Travel Network.
