Dose of Travel Club was created to bring together curious, like-minded travelers, especially from the South Asian diaspora, who crave meaningful experiences, deep connections, and a sense of belonging.Founded by Dr. Nabila Ismail, a licensed pharmacist turned full-time traveler and entrepreneur, Dose of Travel started as a personal blog and has since evolved into a trusted travel brand and global community.Today, our community of over 270,000 travelers has formed lifelong friendships, traveled to breathtaking destinations, and discovered the joy of seeing the world together. Join us and experience travel differently.We understand the unique experiences, challenges, and desires of South Asian travelers because we've lived them. From dietary preferences to cultural nuances, our trips are designed with our community in mind.Whether you're a solo traveler looking for community, a friend group seeking new adventures, or someone who's always wanted to explore the world but didn't know where to start—we've created a space where you belong.
Dose of Travel Club (doseoftravel.co) has 45 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5.
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Too many people in the same group to manage, especially for a country like Morocco and such a packed itinerary. Also felt pressured to be part of DOTC's social media posts. I really did not like how much I was featured on the Dose of Travel social media. I wished I could have explicitly denied being part of their social media from the beginning.
Response from Dose of Travel ClubFeb 26, 2026
Thanks for your feedback! Morocco was one of our more logistically dynamic trips, and with a full itinerary and a larger group, we understand how that can feel overwhelming for some travelers. Our goal is always to balance cultural immersion with community connection, since we're a travel community after all but we know pacing and group size preferences can vary from person to person.
Regarding social media, we’re a community-driven travel brand and capturing moments is a big part of how we share experiences. That said, your comfort always comes first. While filming is included in our terms, anyone can absolutely opt out at any time, and we’re always happy to remove content if requested. We would've loved if you communicated that with us or simply asked us!
We’re grateful you joined us in Morocco and appreciate your honesty. Feedback is always helpful!
Cheers,
Nabila
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Nida P.
Great people, poor planning
This was my first DOTC trip, and while I had an amazing time overall because of the incredible group of women I traveled with, and Morocco being a beautiful country the company’s planning and organization were very disappointing.
I was especially excited about staying in Riads, as they were a key selling point of the trip, but that promise wasn’t fulfilled. Most of our stays were in hotels, some of which had serious issues ; rather than Riads that were advertised. The only exception was Chefchaouen, which truly felt special. In Marrakech, the group was split across three different Riads of varying quality, which felt unfair. For the price point, I expected stronger oversight and more thoughtful execution, especially for something marketed as luxury.
Many of these issues seemed to stem from the fact that our group was so large. Because of the size, we ran late multiple times, had to skip stops, and often felt rushed. The itinerary also did not align with what was originally presented.Several experiences were skipped, altered, or condensed in ways that felt disorganized. The accommodations also appeared not to have been properly vetted, and the inconsistency in quality was disappointing.
Food stops were another drawback. Most leaned heavily on tourist-oriented restaurants, which took away from the immersive aspect of the trip. I would have much preferred more opportunities to try authentic Moroccan cuisine and street food.
That said, the women and our tour guide Ali on this trip made the experience unforgettable. Without them, the shortcomings in planning and execution would have overshadowed everything.
I truly love the purpose DOTC has creating space for South Asians to connect and travel together, but to fully deliver on that promise, the company needs to improve its organization, vetting, and follow-through on what it sells. DOTC has so much potential, and I hope it grows into the kind of experience it aspires to be!
Response from Dose of Travel ClubSep 22, 2025
Hi Nida,
Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed review and also for sharing your thoughts on our feedback form. It means a lot to us that you were open about both the highs and the lows of your first DOTC trip.
We’re thrilled to hear how much you loved Chefchaouen, the Sahara camel ride and overnight desert experience, and the hammam after the desert days. Those are some of our favorite moments too. We’re especially glad to know that the group of women you travelled with made the trip so memorable. Bringing South Asian travelers together to laugh, support one another and create life-changing memories is exactly what DOTC is built for.
At the same time, we’re deeply disappointed that the planning and execution didn’t live up to what you were expecting. We take your concerns about accommodations, pacing, food stops and the hosting role very seriously. We’ve begun reviewing this itinerary with our local partners to address these issues and to ensure that what we advertise is exactly what guests experience. This Morocco program is designed as a fast-moving itinerary to see as much of the country as possible, and on the booking page we provide a daily breakdown of what’s included so guests can plan accordingly. Your comments make it clear we need to keep improving how we communicate the style of travel and we will relay this to our local partners as well.
Thank you for believing in the vision of DOTC. While this trip felt short, we hope that we can meet your expectations on the next one!
Best,
Team DOTC
