Destination Expert Jobs
Destination Expert jobs are open across travel, hospitality, tourism, and vacation ownership at every level from entry-level advisor to senior consultant, with specializations in luxury travel, destination weddings, and group itinerary planning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
Find Destination Expert JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 53+ Destination Expert jobs











Opportunity, growth, and meaningful rewards! We offer:
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Company paid life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Training and exciting career growth opportunities
- Referral program – refer a friend and earn a bonus
- Benefits may vary by position so ask your recruiter for details.
Location: [[airportLocation]]
Advertised Compensation: $67,500.00 to $79,400.00
- Responsible for purchase order management and administration. This includes order writing, changes, cancellations and providing any necessary follow up (both internally and externally) to ensure key shipments are delivered and processed.
- Responsible for developing a working knowledge of the buying functions including merchandise selection, negotiation, pricing and store merchandising.
- Work as an intermediary between buyers and vendors to resolve issues including out of stocks, cost adjustments and new product selection.
- Review and analyze daily/weekly reports, subsequently highlighting noteworthy achievements or possible concerns to the relevant buyer.
- Work closely with brand representatives to ensure ideal assortments and inventory levels.
- Assist in plan-o-gram development
- Provides on-going analysis and interpretation of key business issues as directed by supervisor.
- Assist in planning/coordination of availability of products for new store openings.
- Education and Experience:
- BA/BS or equivalent work experience
- Specialized Training:
- Training that leads to an in-depth understanding of the buying function
- Specialized Skillset/Competencies/Traits
- Knowledge of financial tools and concept profitability; understanding and use of market research and market trend information.
- Strong vendor relations: Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships.
- Ability to communicate effectively with people at all job levels, internally and externally.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; Excellent written communication and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrates the organization’s core values, exuding behavior that is aligned with the organization’s culture.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple priorities; Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality, Commitment to excellence and high ethical standards.
- Ability to work independently; interact professionally and respectfully with others.
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
- Location/Travel:
- This position is based at the Retail Center of Excellence in East Rutherford, NJ
- Requires ability to travel up to 10% of the time for meetings and to visit branch locations
Avolta, including Dufry, HMSHost Corporation, Hudson, and affiliates (“the Company”), is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment and to comply with anti-discrimination laws and regulations. The Company prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal opportunities to applicants and team members without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, age, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, military service and veteran status, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances (referred to as “protected characteristics”).
Nearest Major Market: New York City
Nearest Secondary Market: Newark
See All 53 Destination Expert Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Destination Expert JobsDestination Expert Job Market
Who's Hiring



What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in destination expert jobs.
- 1-3 years of travel planning, tourism, or destination consulting experience
- Proficiency with travel booking platforms and reservation management software
- Strong knowledge of domestic or international destination geography and logistics
- Excellent verbal and written client communication skills
- Ability to build and manage detailed multi-stop itineraries under time pressure
- Industry certification such as Certified Travel Associate preferred or required
Tips for Your Destination Expert Job Search
Tailor your resume to destination types
Destination experts are often hired for specific geography or travel category knowledge. Lead each resume with the destinations and travel segments you know best, whether Caribbean all-inclusives, European river cruises, or adventure travel, so hiring managers see your fit immediately.
Show client booking volume and outcomes
Generic 'assisted customers with travel planning' descriptions get ignored. Replace them with concrete outputs: how many itineraries you built per month, what client retention looked like, or which booking tools you used to close group packages faster than team benchmarks.
Earn a recognized industry certification first
Many destination expert roles shortlist candidates with credentials like Certified Travel Associate or a supplier-specific accreditation. Earning one before you apply signals hands-on commitment to the craft and moves your resume past initial screening in competitive hospitality pipelines.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists destination expert openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your destination specialty and apply directly to each listing without sorting through unrelated postings.
Prepare destination-specific scenario answers
Interviewers for these roles frequently test real-world judgment with questions like 'A client's connection is missed abroad, what do you do?' Practice walking through vendor escalation steps, rebooking logic, and client communication so your answers reflect actual field knowledge, not theory.
Negotiate against your destination specialization value
If you have deep expertise in a high-margin destination category like luxury Africa safaris or bespoke Japan itineraries, name that niche explicitly when negotiating. Specialized destination knowledge commands stronger offers than generalist travel experience, so make the business case clearly.
Destination Expert Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most destination experts?
The companies hiring the most destination experts right now include Dwellworks, American Cruise Lines, and Simply Southern, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and Kentucky, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hospitality groups, vacation ownership companies, and luxury travel agencies consistently post the highest volume of these roles.
How many destination expert jobs are remote?
About 31% of destination expert openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements most common in roles focused on digital itinerary sales and virtual client consultations. Positions that require on-site fam trips, resort partnerships, or in-person client hosting tend to stay office-based or location-specific.
How do you become a destination expert?
Start by developing deep knowledge of one or two destination categories through personal travel, supplier training programs, or tourism board resources. Build hands-on experience through entry-level travel advisor or concierge roles, then earn a recognized credential like Certified Travel Associate. Document specific destinations you have sold or visited so your expertise is concrete and verifiable to employers.
Can you get hired as a destination expert with little experience?
Yes, some destination expert roles are structured for newer professionals, particularly at vacation ownership brands and group travel companies that provide in-house training. Focus your application on transferable skills like client service, geography knowledge, and any personal travel you can describe with detail. Supplier-sponsored certification programs are a fast way to close the experience gap before applying.
What does the destination expert interview process look like?
Most destination expert interviews involve a phone screen focused on your destination knowledge and client communication style, followed by a structured in-person or video interview with scenario-based questions. Some employers add a practical component where you build a sample itinerary or walk through how you would handle a client travel disruption. Final rounds often include a conversation with a sales or operations manager.
Where can I find and apply to destination expert jobs?
You can find and apply to destination expert jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your destination specialty and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.
See All 53 Destination Expert Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Destination Expert Jobs