Head - Bespoke Travel Curation (Domestic+International)

Important Notes for Applicants The ideal candidate is a senior travel professional with 12–20 years of experience in luxury travel, bespoke journeys, or experiential hospitality. Prior exposure to UHNI clients, luxury lifestyle brands, or global experiential travel firms is highly essential.

The company name will be shared during the application process. It is a leading global Sports Experiential Travel & Luxury Hospitality organization with a fast-growing luxury experiential travel vertical.

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Applicants must be currently residing in Mumbai or open to relocation to Mumbai within reasonable timelines.

This is a high-ownership leadership role – candidates without hands-on experience in luxury travel design for HNIs / UHNIs or leadership in experiential travel firms will not be considered.

About the Company

has been exclusively retained to hire for our client : a leading global Sports Experiential Travel & Luxury Hospitality organization with a growing Luxury Experiential Travel brand .

The group has offices in India, UAE, Singapore and North America and is widely regarded as a premier partner for global sporting events and curated experiences. They are authorized travel & hospitality partners to some of the world’s most iconic sporting properties – including the Olympics, FIFA, ICC, Wimbledon, UEFA, and others – and have recently launched a bespoke luxury experiential travel brand that designs once-in-a-lifetime journeys.

The Luxury Experiential Travel arm curates :

Tailor-made itineraries to the world’s most special and remote destinations

High-end journeys integrating top luxury stays, deep cultural immersion, adventure, and impact experiences

Partnerships with futuristic travel experiences (e.g. space / stratosphere concepts, polar expeditions, ultra-luxury resorts, etc.)

“Trip of a Lifetime” concepts for UHNI families, entrepreneurs, and global leaders

The company sits at the intersection of luxury travel, global sports, and high-touch hospitality for HNIs, UHNIs, and premium corporate clients.

Role Summary

Company : Global Sports & Luxury Experiential Travel Leader (Name shared during process)

Official Designation : Chief Travel Curator (Travel Leadership Position)

Function : UHNI / Luxury Experiential Travel Design & Curation

Years of Experience : Typically 12–20+ years in luxury travel, experiential travel, UHNI travel design, or leadership roles in high-end travel firms.

Job Type : Full-time, On-site, 5-day week

Work Location : Lower Parel, Mumbai (Head Office)

Reporting To : Founder & CEO

Team Size : Leads a team of 6–7 senior travel designers / curators

Geographic Exposure : Global – India, Middle East, Asia, and international UHNI clients

Compensation Band : ₹25 – 45 LPA , based on relevant experience, interview performance & last drawn compensation (inclusive of fixed & variable compensation)

Position Overview

We are seeking a visionary leader to head the bespoke travel design function of our client. This is a travel leadership role for a Chief Travel Curator who will design and curate bespoke journeys for UHNI clients , weaving together :

The most unique and exclusive accommodations

Curated local experiences and rare access

Deep cultural immersion, adventure, and impact-driven elements

You will be the custodian of “once-in-a-lifetime” journeys – from ideation to final execution – and will work closely with the Founder & CEO to build out the luxury experiential travel practice.

The role demands someone who combines :

Sharp luxury travel knowledge

UHNI client understanding

Strong DMC / partner networks , and

The ability to lead and inspire a team of talented travel designers.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Luxury Travel Design & Curation

Collaborate directly with UHNI clients and their families / representatives to deeply understand their travel aspirations, preferences, and constraints.

Design highly personalized itineraries that may include :

Private villas, luxury hotels, and exclusive retreats

Remote, rare, and “bucket list” destinations

Curated experiences that blend culture, gastronomy, adventure, wellness, philanthropy, and access

Integrate sports, adventure, and experiential elements where relevant, ensuring each journey feels unique, meaningful, and meticulously curated.

2. UHNI Client Advisory & Stakeholder Management

Act as a trusted travel advisor to UHNI clients, entrepreneurs, CXOs, and global families.

Guide clients on best seasons, access windows, invitation-only experiences, safety, logistics, and value .

Maintain high standards of discretion, confidentiality, and white-glove service .

3. Partner & DMC Network Management

Leverage and expand relationships with global DMCs, luxury hotels, villas, cruise partners, and niche experience providers .

Continuously scout new, futuristic, and rare experiences that are not easily accessible to the public.

Negotiate preferential arrangements and ensure superior on-ground service for clients.

4. Trendspotting & Product Innovation

Stay ahead of global luxury travel trends , sustainability and impact travel, experiential formats, and emerging destinations.

Translate insights into new product concepts and signature journeys for the brand.

Collaborate with marketing / brand teams to craft compelling narratives around these journeys.

5. Team Leadership & Mentorship

Lead and manage a team of 6–7 travel designers / curators .

Set standards for research, itinerary quality, client communication, and documentation .

Coach the team on UHNI expectations, luxury brand behaviour, and global destination knowledge .

Foster a culture of creativity, excellence, and obsession with detail.

Qualifications & Skill Sets

Education : Bachelor’s degree required; a Master’s in Business, Hospitality, Tourism, or Luxury Management is an added advantage.

Professional Background :

Candidate should have previously held one or more of the following :

Entrepreneur / Founder of a travel startup or boutique travel firm

Leadership role at a reputable luxury experiential travel firm

Senior travel designer / curator from any of the following types of firms (illustrative examples) :

Global luxury travel designers

Lifestyle concierge / UHNI membership platforms

High-end adventure / expedition travel brands

UHNI-focused travel desks of premium financial or card networks

Experience & Skills :

Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the luxury travel domain

Demonstrated ability to design dream itineraries and manage demanding UHNI expectations

Established relations with travel partners and DMCs

Strong track record in stakeholder management, specifically UHNI clients

Ability to research luxury travel trends, destinations, and experiences and provide clients with the best guidance

Access to or ability to unlock truly unique and rare experiences that are not available to the general public

Prior experience in leading and managing a team (5–7 members or more)

High standard of communication, grooming, and presentation – comfortable dealing with very affluent, well-travelled clients

Obsession with detail, quality, and client delight

A genuine passion for global travel and new frontiers (e.g. polar, space / stratosphere, remote wilderness, etc.)

Why This Role Stands Out

✨ Lead the experiential travel design mandate for a globally reputed luxury travel company.

✨ Direct visibility to the CEO and involvement in global strategy.

✨ Unique opportunity to create travel experiences that go far beyond luxury — rare, authentic, and invitation-only.

✨ Competitive compensation, international exposure, and the chance to redefine luxury travel.

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