This week’s slate of new job openings, which is small but mighty because of the holidays in the U.S. and Canada, includes a VP of sales role with Hurtigruten and a director of public relations role with Windstar, two roles that will help shape the future of those companies, and two roles so different that it continues to prove there’s a place for everyone in travel.
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VP Sales & Marketing, Americas | Hurtigruten
- Location: Remote, US (East Coast preferred) | Comp: $150,000 - $180,000/yr (plus performance-related bonus)
- Benefits: Staff travel rates on ships for you and your family, paid medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement benefits, 2 weeks paid vacation, and 9 days paid personal sick leave.
- The Mission: Take full ownership of regional commercial performance, revenue, passenger growth, and yield optimization across the Americas, with a primary focus on North America. This executive leadership role involves shaping regional strategy, driving growth through an optimized channel mix (direct, trade, and partnerships), leading in-market sales and marketing teams, and collaborating closely with European offices.
- Apply Directly via: Hurtigruten Careers Portal
Vice President of Travel Industry Sales | Visit Orlando
- Location: Hybrid, Orlando, FL | Comp: Salary Not Listed (Eligible for an annual incentive program)
- Benefits: Competitive benefits package and a hybrid working environment with a mix of in-office and work-from-home days.
- The Mission: Set the global vision and direction for travel industry sales efforts to drive international visitation, strengthen industry partnerships, and expand Orlando's market presence. Reporting to the Chief Sales Officer, this executive role focuses on developing global travel trade strategies, managing international investment decisions, building trusted relationships with senior airline and government partners, driving CRM data integrity, and leading a high-performing global team.
- Apply Directly via: Email resume to [email protected]
Area Sales Director - USA South | Quark Expeditions
- Location: Remote, Florida (Preference for Miami, Orlando, or Fort Lauderdale) | Comp: $90,000 - $95,000/yr base ($125,000+ OTE)
- Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings plan with company contributions, generous PTO plus a birthday day off, parental leave, charity/volunteering time off, and group-wide travel discounts.
- The Mission: Expand Quark's footprint and accelerate revenue growth across the indirect sales channel within the Southern USA territory. This remote role focuses on managing a dynamic sales pipeline, identifying and winning new travel agency partners across retail consortia and wholesale channels, conducting virtual and in-person product training, and representing the brand at major industry events, requiring up to 50% travel.
- Apply Directly via: Quark Expeditions / Travelopia Careers Portal
Director of Public Relations and Communications | Windstar Cruises
- Location: Hybrid, Miami, FL | Comp: Salary Not Listed
- Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, HSA/FSA, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) with company match, pet insurance, vacation, sick time, paid holidays, an employee assistance plan, education assistance, and employee discounts and travel deals.
- The Mission: Advance Windstar Cruises' brand, reputation, and business objectives by leading public relations, strategic brand partnerships, and internal communications. This role focuses on setting external PR strategy, acting as chief spokesperson, managing crisis communications, building executive thought-leadership platforms, cultivating influencer and destination partnerships, and counseling HR on internal corporate messaging and employee alignment.
- Apply Directly via: Windstar Cruises Careers Portal
Tour Operations Associate / Manager / Director | Arrangements Abroad
- Location: On-site, New York, NY | Comp: $45,000 - $75,000/yr base (plus individual, team, and firm incentives, and annual profit sharing)
- Benefits: A 401(k) plan with comprehensive company match, subsidized medical benefits, optional dental/vision/legal coverage, HSA & FSA options, pre-tax commuting expenses, company-paid disability, life, and travel insurance, 9 paid holidays, a minimum of 15 paid days off, and employee discounts and travel opportunities.
- The Mission: Manage the day-to-day operations of a portfolio of complex cultural, educational, and special-interest travel programs for leading museums and alumni associations. This role focuses on vendor management and global contracting, managing program budgets, collaborating with Tour Directors to resolve on-ground issues, proofreading marketing materials, and establishing relationships with exclusive private locations and local experts.
- Apply Directly via: Email resume and elevator pitch to [email protected]
Office Services Clerk | NYC Tourism + Conventions
- Location: Hybrid, New York, NY | Comp: $58,000 - $72,500/yr (Not eligible for commission or bonuses)
- Benefits: M-Th in-office/Friday remote schedule, premium medical, dental, and vision plans, HRA and DCA, retirement savings plan, generous PTO, sick time, up to 12 paid holidays plus an extended winter break, a quarterly cell phone credit, and a monthly transit/commuter allowance.
- The Mission: Support the operating departments of New York City's official destination marketing organization by providing mailroom, delivery, and administrative services. This hybrid role involves managing bulk shipping and inventories, operating specialized mailroom and printing equipment, performing minor office maintenance, coordinating office supply orders, and driving the company vehicle for citywide pickups and deliveries.
- Apply Directly via: NYC Tourism + Conventions Careers Portal
Specialist, Editorial Communications | American Airlines
- Location: Fort Worth, TX | Comp: Salary Not Listed
- Benefits: Day-one health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits, virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) program with employer contributions after one year, wellness programs, employee assistance program, pet insurance, and global travel perks for you, your family, and your friends.
- The Mission: Support content strategy and enterprise storytelling needs within the Global Engagement team to build, track, and protect the American Airlines brand and reputation. This role focuses on translating complex operational initiatives into clear messaging, developing comprehensive content strategies across internal and external channels, editing and writing copy aligned with the company style guide, and managing communications around sensitive, fast-moving issues.
- Apply Directly via: American Airlines Careers Portal
Business Development Manager (Denver/Phoenix) | Virgin Voyages
- Location: Remote (Phoenix-Metro or Denver) | Comp: Salary Not Listed
- Benefits: Not Listed
- The Mission: Identify and nurture relationships with travel agency partners in the Phoenix or Denver metro areas to drive sales for Virgin Voyages. This remote role focuses on building strategic sales plans, hosting special events and product experiences, and acting as a passionate brand ambassador to help travel partners effectively market and sell the Virgin experience.
- Apply Directly via: Virgin Voyages Careers Portal
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