Justine Shapiro (born March 20, 1963 in South Africa) is one of several main hosts of the Pilot Productions travel/adventure series Globe Trekker (also called Pilot Guides in Canada and the United States and originally broadcast as Lonely Planet). Shapiro is known for her honest commentary and critique of countries visited. She has hosted more than 30 episodes of Globe Trekker, including features on Argentina, France, South Africa, Belize, Turkey, Mexico City, Venice, Malaysia, South India and China.
Born in South Africa, raised in San Francisco. Studied History and Theatre in College, eventually making her way to France to work as an actress. Best known as one of the presenters on "The Lonely Planet" (as Justine Shapiro).
