Meet the Founders
Founder
Henry
Having lived in Lebanon, Dubai, Oman , South Africa, Australia, India, Mexico, and France, Henry brings a genuinely global perspective to travel. His connection to the Middle East began as a teenager in Lebanon and continued through his corporate career in Dubai and Muscat, giving him a deep appreciation for the region's culture, hospitality, and diversity.
In 2016, Henry and his wife Montse founded Wander Monster Travel in Mexico with a simple goal: helping Mexicans discover the world through carefully crafted travel experiences. After more than a decade of creating bespoke journeys for clients across the globe, Henry launched WM Arabia to share his passion for the destinations he knows and loves best.
Henry's travel philosophy is simple: less is more. Rather than rushing from one attraction to the next or chasing Instagram photo opportunities, he believes the best experiences come from slowing down, connecting with local culture, and truly experiencing a destination.
Like most people, Henry enjoys spending time with friends and family—but given the choice, he'd probably do it on a ski slope. A passionate skier, he is always planning his next mountain adventure, whether that's discovering a new resort, chasing fresh snow, or sharing a ski holiday with friends. When he's not in the mountains, you'll likely find him enjoying a long brunch in Dubai or experiencing new places in the Arabian peninsula.
Through WM Arabia, Henry combines decades of international travel experience, regional expertise, and a passion for authentic experiences to help travellers discover the very best of Arabia.
Founder
Montse
After a successful career as a mechanical engineer, Montse chose to follow her passion for travel and turned it into a profession. For nearly a decade, she has helped Spanish-speaking travelers discover some of the world's most fascinating destinations through carefully crafted, personalized journeys.
Having lived in Dubai and Oman, and spent countless days exploring the deserts, mountains, and hidden corners of the Arabian Peninsula, she developed a deep appreciation for a region that continues to inspire her. WM Arabia was born from a desire to share that passion and help others experience the magic, authenticity, and hospitality of the Middle East.
As the lead travel designer behind WM Arabia, Montse combines firsthand knowledge, meticulous planning, and a genuine love for the region to create journeys that are seamless, meaningful, and unforgettable.
Founder
Gabby
WM Arabia's local partner, on-the-ground guide, and the person who knows where to go before it ends up on anyone's list.
After 16 years in the Middle East, Gabby splits her time between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, which means she's not just familiar with both countries, she's plugged into them. Whether it's a new opening in Riyadh, a hidden beach in the Emirates, a visa update, or the best new restaurant that hasn't made it to the travel blogs yet, Gabby knows about it because she lives it.
She has spent years building relationships across both countries with hoteliers, guides, drivers, local hosts, and cultural experts: the kind of network that only comes from time, trust, and genuinely loving where you live.
When you travel with WM Arabia, those connections work for you.
Gabby's mission is simple: to show the world that the Arabian Peninsula is one of the most extraordinary places on earth, and to make sure you experience it like an insider, not a tourist.