The name “SENAE’ is a combination of Jim & Dee’s son and daughter’s names used in their former restaurant SENAE Thai Bistro; and is also a Thai word meaning “ENCHANTMENT”. Dee decided to keep the name for when travel is properly curated, it can be truly ENCHANTING.
Here at SENAE TRAVEL, we curate an enchanting journey & providing Outstanding service, one client at a time.
Chef Dee Buizer retired from her nearly 40-year career as a restaurateur in the San Francisco Bay area, Metro Washington, D.C., and most recently from her award-winning Senae Thai Bistro in Tucson, AZ, which was recognized by the Royal Thai Ministry of Commerce and Trade for its authenticity in cuisine and service. She is originally from Thailand and is a passionate world traveler. She brings her experience with food and taste for the finer side of travel to designing curated culinary tours through Thailand as well as to other countries. She has been recognized by the Tourism Authority of Thailand for her expertise in curating very high-quality culinary tours throughout Thailand.
Professor Emeritus Jim Buizer retired from the University of Arizona after 40 years working as a Climate Scientist that included stints at the Arizona State University and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration where he designed and led research programs at the interface between climate and society. He is originally from Chile, so speaks native Spanish, and having worked extensively in over two dozen countries across the globe, he brings his familiarity of complex travel and management acumen to Team Senae Travel.
Dee’s travel design provided us
“with a no worry, just have fun vacation. Everything was taken care of. All we did was enjoy. All the decisions and choices she made for us were exceptional. Loved the Hotel du Louvre in Paris, excellent location; and the Radisson in Marseilles was perfect in every way. Room selection with a view of the whole port was impressive. Communication was prompt. Meticulous direction and instructions were provided. I’d recommend her services to anyone without hesitation.” Donna A. Summer 2025
"Fantastic trip to Thailand! Dee did an excellent job orchestrating the quite complicated two weeks of logistics and insured everything went off without a hitch. Her knowledge of Thailand and especially Thai food greatly enhanced the experience. I would definitey participate in future trips with her”. Robert D.
Amazing Trip! Well planned and executed. Dee Always goes above and beyond to make sure you are treated like a VIP!" Tina F.
We will help find the cruise perfect for your travel style varying from the size of the ships; ocean or river cruises; traveling with family-kids friendly cruises, romantic getaway, a quiet time just for you or journey on an exploration cruise with experts and historians to guide you. Don’t want to deal with a large group shore excursion? A travel designer/advisor will help curate a private tour excursions as well.
We curate small VIP groups traveling through Thailand and Southeast Asia on memorable cultural & culinary excursions with private transfers, tours, cooking classes, hiking & glamping through the National forests, snorkeling and island hopping, relaxing on the beaches; and feasting delicious local cuisine.