ALG Vacations Technology Think Tank
Travel Advisor Technology Think Tank member, invited in August 2026.
HOUSTON ROOTS. A WORLD OF PERSPECTIVE.
Travel is my world.
People are
my purpose.
I’m Shayla Northcutt. Travel expert, agency founder, industry speaker, technology enthusiast and fashion lover—the voice behind The Travel Queen.
I bring firsthand experience and an agency owner’s perspective to the trips we plan, the conversations we have and the stories we tell.
Plan a trip with Northcutt
THE TRAVEL QUEEN Expertise with personality.
FOUNDER & CEO · NORTHCUTT TRAVEL AGENCYEST. 2017
THE MANY SIDES OF SHAYLA
Experience. Ideas.
A little personality.
Travel is the beginning of the story.
Meet Shayla
The founder
Houston roots. An independent agency. A business built around people.
ExploreSpeaking & Industry LeadershipThe speaker & innovator
Practical AI, smarter operations, supplier diversification and advisor growth.
ExploreAwards & RecognitionThe recognition
AIC Showstopper, ALGV Diamond Elite, TRAVELSAVERS Brand Champion and Elite recognition.
ExploreMedia & ArticlesThe expert voice
Published interviews, travel commentary and resources for journalists.
ExploreCommunity & GivingThe community connection
Texas A&M scholarships, children’s charities, school sponsorships and livestock auction support.
ExploreFirsthand Travel ExperienceThe traveler
Explore my destination archive, ocean and river cruises, ship visits, theme parks and family adventures.
ExploreFashion & FindsThe style
The Travel Queen Closet, favorite looks and finds that travel.
ExploreWork With ShaylaThe conversation
Speaking invitations, media inquiries, collaborations and travel planning.
ExploreA VOICE IN THE INDUSTRY
Helping shape
what comes next.
ALG Vacations Travel Advisory Board
Three years of advisory board service.
FOLLOW THE TRAVEL QUEEN
Come for the destinations.
Stay for the perspective.
Travel experiences, real-life moments and a look behind the scenes at Northcutt.