Last updated: 9:00 AM ET, Tue October 28, 2025
Megan Vansdal. (Photo Credit: Northstar Travel Group)
Bio
A dedicated professional and true team player, Megan Vatnsdal is busy but never pauses to help one of the other advisors on her team. She will help with marketing material and will beta test new systems for all without asking for anything in return.
Her colleagues say she hustles like no other and her social media presence amazes as she connects with entrepreneurs across North Dakota.
Not yet 30 years old, Vatnsdal is already making serious waves in the industry, transforming her clients into luxury travelers when all they knew were all-inclusives in the Caribbean.
A Virtuoso success story, Vatnsdal is 29 years old.
"Being named the TravelPulse 40 Under 40 is an incredible honor—this industry is filled with the most passionate, driven people on the planet who live and breathe creating unforgettable experiences, and I’m proud to be among them," said Vatnsdal. "This recognition is a reminder of why I fell in love with this industry: for the people, the experiences, and the joy of helping others explore the world. I’m especially grateful to the mentors and colleagues who inspire me every day—this honor reflects the incredible community we have in travel."
Industry References
"When I think about Megan as both a professional colleague and personal friend, I can’t help but swell with pride at her multiple achievements," said Cali Stein of Four Hundred.
"There are several aspects about Megan that I would like to highlight, and the first is about how she volunteers her time when she is busier than anybody I know. There is nobody in the industry that I rely on more for feedback than Megan," added Stein.
"What’s also super impressive is how she is converting her clients into luxury travelers. Not only is Megan young, but she’s also from North Dakota. When she started, most of her own clients were really only traveling to Florida or to inexpensive all-inclusive properties. Megan is surely turning her clients into luxury travelers, introducing them to Europe and Asia, and to five-star properties and experiences that they never would have dreamed of. She is truly gifted in creating magic for her clients, which is why she’s had so many referrals and has gained such momentum that she’s hired staff to help as she scales her business."
"Did I mention that Megan is our top producer and highest earner for Four Hundred? Megan has really made a name for herself in this industry and is well known throughout Virtuoso circles as being a hard worker, a big booker, and also for emulating that Midwestern friendliness," Stein said.
"I first met Megan at the Future Leaders in Travel event in 2023, and from that moment, it was clear that she embodies ambition, creativity, and a genuine passion for the industry," said Alanna Curry, Manager, National Accounts, AmaWaterways.
"Soon after, I had the pleasure of collaborating with Megan when she planned and hosted an event in her hometown of Bismarck, North Dakota. The event was not only beautifully executed but also a tremendous success, showcasing Megan's organizational skill, creative vision, and ability to bring people together in meaningful ways," added Curry. "Since then, Megan has consistently proven herself as a shining example within our industry. Through her innovative initiatives and forward-thinking approach, she continues to raise the bar for what it means to be a leader."
"The 40 Under 40 Award recognizes rising leaders shaping the future, and Megan is precisely that. She is ambitious, strategic, and inspiring—qualities that will continue to influence and elevate the travel industry for years to come."
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