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Leisure Travel Consultant jobs are open across travel agencies, tour operators, hospitality groups, and corporate travel management firms, from entry-level advisor to senior consultant and team lead, with specializations in luxury travel, destination weddings, and group tours. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Jefferson, Washington, DC is seeking a Leisure & Diplomatic Sales Manager to grow our luxury leisure and diplomatic business. This position is ideal for a proactive sales professional who enjoys building relationships with travel advisors, developing new accounts, and delivering thoughtful, personalized service.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, this role is responsible for generating room revenue through luxury travel advisors, leisure consortia, diplomatic accounts, and related group opportunities. The manager will serve as the hotel’s primary sales contact for these accounts, combining proactive business development with attentive account management.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and grow the hotel’s luxury leisure, travel advisor, consortia, and diplomatic accounts.
- Develop relationships with advisors and agencies affiliated with programs including Virtuoso, American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts, Signature Travel Network, and Internova SELECT.
- Build relationships with embassies, diplomatic representatives, and travel arrangers to generate individual stays, extended stays, and delegation business.
- Proactively pursue new accounts and increase production from existing partners through sales calls, agency visits, presentations, and ongoing outreach.
- Partner with Revenue Management on rates, availability, account performance, and opportunities to grow room and suite revenue.
- Coordinate with Reservations, Front Office, Concierge, and Catering to communicate client commitments, partner benefits, and special arrangements.
- Conduct site inspections and familiarization visits, and represent the hotel at relevant trade shows, sales missions, and industry events.
- Track account production, maintain accurate sales records, and meet established revenue and business development goals.
- Provide timely support for urgent advisor and client needs outside standard business hours as part of established team coverage arrangements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous hotel sales or luxury travel account management experience preferred.
- Familiarity with luxury travel advisors, leisure consortia, and the diplomatic market strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to develop business, manage accounts, and convert inquiries into bookings.
- Excellent written communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
- Sound judgment and discretion when working with VIP guests and sensitive client information.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with hotel departments.
- Experience with Opera, Delphi, Lanyon, and Microsoft Office preferred.
- Ability to travel and attend occasional evening and weekend business events.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Match
- 3 Medical Plan Offerings with generous employer contributions
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter Benefit Program
- Wellness Reimbursement
- 4 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion and belonging at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.
The Jefferson, Washington, DC is seeking a Leisure & Diplomatic Sales Manager to grow our luxury leisure and diplomatic business. This position is ideal for a proactive sales professional who enjoys building relationships with travel advisors, developing new accounts, and delivering thoughtful, personalized service.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Director of Sales & Marketing, this role is responsible for generating room revenue through luxury travel advisors, leisure consortia, diplomatic accounts, and related group opportunities. The manager will serve as the hotel’s primary sales contact for these accounts, combining proactive business development with attentive account management.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and grow the hotel’s luxury leisure, travel advisor, consortia, and diplomatic accounts.
- Develop relationships with advisors and agencies affiliated with programs including Virtuoso, American Express Fine Hotels + Resorts, Signature Travel Network, and Internova SELECT.
- Build relationships with embassies, diplomatic representatives, and travel arrangers to generate individual stays, extended stays, and delegation business.
- Proactively pursue new accounts and increase production from existing partners through sales calls, agency visits, presentations, and ongoing outreach.
- Partner with Revenue Management on rates, availability, account performance, and opportunities to grow room and suite revenue.
- Coordinate with Reservations, Front Office, Concierge, and Catering to communicate client commitments, partner benefits, and special arrangements.
- Conduct site inspections and familiarization visits, and represent the hotel at relevant trade shows, sales missions, and industry events.
- Track account production, maintain accurate sales records, and meet established revenue and business development goals.
- Provide timely support for urgent advisor and client needs outside standard business hours as part of established team coverage arrangements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous hotel sales or luxury travel account management experience preferred.
- Familiarity with luxury travel advisors, leisure consortia, and the diplomatic market strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to develop business, manage accounts, and convert inquiries into bookings.
- Excellent written communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
- Sound judgment and discretion when working with VIP guests and sensitive client information.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with hotel departments.
- Experience with Opera, Delphi, Lanyon, and Microsoft Office preferred.
- Ability to travel and attend occasional evening and weekend business events.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- 401k Match
- 3 Medical Plan Offerings with generous employer contributions
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Commuter Benefit Program
- Wellness Reimbursement
- 4 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion and belonging at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in leisure travel consultant jobs.
- One to three years of experience booking complex leisure or vacation travel itineraries
- Proficiency with at least one global distribution system such as Sabre or Amadeus
- Active certification from a recognized travel industry program such as ASTA or CLIA
- Demonstrated knowledge of international destinations, visa entry requirements, and travel documentation
- Strong consultative sales skills with experience managing client relationships from inquiry to post-travel follow-up
- Proficiency with CRM software and travel agency management tools
Tips for Your Leisure Travel Consultant Job Search
Tailor your resume to booking volume
Hiring managers for leisure travel consultant roles want to see the volume and complexity of trips you've managed, not just job titles. Quantify client relationships, itinerary types, and destination expertise instead of listing generic duties.
Highlight supplier and GDS credentials
Many leisure travel consultant postings filter for fluency with global distribution systems like Sabre or Amadeus and supplier certifications from cruise lines or hotel groups. List every active certification and system you've trained on, as these often appear as hard filters.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists leisure travel consultant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target niche specialization in your search
Luxury travel, group tours, and destination weddings each attract a distinct pool of employers. Filtering your search by these sub-specialties surfaces roles where your specific experience is a direct match, not just a partial fit.
Prepare destination-specific examples for interviews
Interviewers for leisure travel consultant roles often test geographic depth with scenario questions about specific regions. Prepare two or three detailed examples of itineraries you've built for high-demand destinations and be ready to walk through your decision-making process.
Negotiate commission structure alongside base pay
Leisure travel consultant compensation typically blends a base rate with supplier commissions or service fees. Before accepting an offer, ask how the commission structure is calculated and whether it carries over between booking periods.
Leisure Travel Consultant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most leisure travel consultants?
The most active employers for leisure travel consultants right now are Travel + Leisure, TD, and Omega World Travel, and the most openings are in Florida, New York, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume shifts seasonally, so checking frequently gives you the most accurate picture of where demand is highest.
How many leisure travel consultant jobs are remote?
About 100% of leisure travel consultant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the role's heavy reliance on phone, email, and digital booking platforms rather than in-person client meetings. Sub-specialties like luxury vacation planning and independent agency work tend to have the highest share of remote or home-based arrangements.
How do you become a leisure travel consultant?
Start by gaining foundational knowledge through a travel and tourism certificate program or a recognized industry credential from an organization like ASTA or CLIA. Next, build hands-on experience by working at a travel agency or in a customer-facing hospitality role where you manage bookings and client needs. Developing fluency with a global distribution system and building destination expertise in a specific region or travel category will make you competitive for consultant-level roles.
Can you get hired as a leisure travel consultant with little experience?
Yes, many agencies hire candidates with limited direct experience if they can demonstrate strong destination knowledge, customer service skills, and familiarity with booking tools. Completing a supplier certification from a cruise line or hotel group, volunteering to plan group travel for community organizations, and shadowing experienced consultants are all concrete ways to build a credible profile before applying to your first paid role.
What does the leisure travel consultant interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen focused on your destination knowledge and customer service background, followed by an in-person or video interview that includes scenario questions where you walk through how you'd handle a complex client request or a disrupted itinerary. Some employers add a practical component, asking you to outline a sample trip or demonstrate your knowledge of a specific booking system before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to leisure travel consultant jobs?
You can find and apply to leisure travel consultant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and destination expertise, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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