Happy Thursday evening and a Happy Early Labor Day to everyone in the U.S.
We’ll only be publishing once this week on account of the holiday. This week’s jobs openings include a CEO role, which is rarely hired publicly, along with some entry and mid-career roles for anyone in your network who might be looking to break into the industry, or looking to start out on their career journey.
Chief Executive Officer | South African Airways
Location: Kempton Park, South Africa | Comp: Not specified
Benefits: Not specified.
The Role: Provide strategic leadership and full accountability for SAA's safe, efficient, and financially sustainable operation, reporting directly to the Board of Directors. Hold full P&L accountability, drive transformation and revenue growth, and serve as principal spokesperson with government ministries, regulators, and industry bodies. Requires a relevant Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), 12-15+ years of senior leadership experience including 6+ years as CEO/MD in a complex organization, and 6+ years of P&L accountability; airline industry experience a strong advantage.
Apply Directly via: South African Airways Careers
Chief of Staff | Lindblad Expeditions
Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid, Tue–Thu in-office; remote Mon/Fri) | Comp: $160,000 - $180,000/year (plus 15% target bonus, and 5% equity)
Benefits: Employee and family travel perks, Voyage of Discovery trips, medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, FSA, pre-tax commuter benefits, paid time off, parental leave, and pet insurance discounts.
The Role: Partner directly with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to translate strategic priorities into execution, manage the enterprise operating cadence, lead Board meeting preparation, and oversee executive communications. Drive high-priority, cross-functional CEO-sponsored initiatives and align business operations across the organization. Requires a Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred) and 8–12+ years of experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, business operations, or cross-functional leadership, alongside proven experience advising C-suite executives.
Apply Directly via: Lindblad Expeditions Careers
Senior Specialist, Public Relations & Communication | Carnival Cruise Line
Location: Miami, FL (In-office Mon-Thu; remote Fridays) | Comp: Not specified
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans, EAP and mental health resources, company-paid life insurance and disability coverage, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid holidays and vacation, and complimentary/discounted cruises for employees and family.
The Role: Protect and promote Carnival Cruise Line's reputation through media relations, press material writing, and newsroom management, including a rotating weekend on-call schedule. Coordinate media familiarization sailings and events, track news coverage, and produce visual content for PR campaigns using Canva. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, or related field and 5+ years of PR/communications/journalism experience; hospitality industry experience a plus.
Apply Directly via: Carnival Cruise Line Careers
Manager, Application Development | Travel Leaders Network (Internova Travel Group)
Location: Remote (US) | Comp: $88,600 – $145,300 Annually
Benefits: Choice of two medical plans and two dental plans, vision insurance, FSAs, company-paid life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, paid parental leave, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, discounted employee travel, LinkedIn Learning access, and discounted pet/auto/home/renters insurance.
The Role: Own engineering execution, security, and PCI compliance for AgentMate, leading and mentoring the application development team while remaining hands-on with .NET/React development. Embed secure development practices, manage code review and CI/CD pipelines, and partner with Product, Security, and Infrastructure to deliver reliable, scalable solutions. Requires a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years of application development experience with substantial .NET expertise, and 2+ years of people leadership experience.
Apply Directly via: Travel Leaders Network Careers
Senior Manager, Lifecycle Engagement & CRM | AmaWaterways River Cruises
Location: Calabasas, CA | Comp: $130,000 – $145,000
Benefits: Not specified.
The Role: Build and execute a lifecycle strategy across the full guest and advisor journey, partnering with the SVP of Marketing to translate strategy into scalable programs spanning acquisition, pre-cruise, onboard, and post-cruise engagement. Lead lead-generation nurturing, segmentation, and CRM/marketing technology execution while collaborating cross-functionally with Product, Operations, and Revenue Management. Requires 7-10 years of lifecycle marketing, CRM, or customer engagement experience with hands-on Salesforce or similar CRM platform expertise.
Apply Directly via: AmaWaterways Careers
Outbound Sales Agent - Personal Expedition Consultant | Swan Hellenic
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL (On-site; local to Aventura, FL area) | Comp: Competitive base + commission
Benefits: Full benefits package and 401(k) program.
The Role: Promote, sell, and service Swan Hellenic's cultural expedition cruise experiences through outbound calls to past guests and prospects, qualifying each guest to find the right voyage. Handle inbound inquiries, provide pre/post-booking service, and master the fleet's itineraries and unique offerings through ongoing training. Requires a High School Diploma (Bachelor's preferred) and 2-3 years of sales experience; travel industry sales a plus but not required.
Apply Directly via: Swan Hellenic Careers
Hotel Sales Manager | Delamar Hotel Collection (Delamar Westport)
Location: Westport, CT (On-site) | Comp: Not specified
Benefits: Competitive compensation and wellness benefits.
The Role: Create and execute strategic sales plans for the new Delamar Westport as part of the property's opening team, managing the full sales cycle from prospecting through contract negotiation. Handle group and meeting business end-to-end, coordinate event logistics, and drive new business through outside sales and solicitation calls to meet revenue goals. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Hotel Management and 2+ years of hotel sales management experience; luxury/boutique hotel brand experience is a plus.
Apply Directly via: Delamar Hotel Collection Careers LinkedIn
Manager Modern Retailing and NDC Tech | JetBlue
Location: Long Island City, NY (or DC, Orlando, FL, or Salt Lake City, UT) | Comp: $118,800 – $177,100
Benefits: Performance bonuses, restricted stock units, healthcare benefits, 401(k) with company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short/long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and free space-available travel on JetBlue.
The Role: Own the technology roadmap for JetBlue's NDC platform and Offer capabilities, leading product management and delivery of modern airline retailing technology, reporting to the Senior Manager, Commercial Technology. Lead a specialized team supporting NDC and retailing platforms, partner with Commercial and Engineering teams on distribution capabilities, and drive JetBlue's evolution toward Offer, Order, Settle, and Deliver (OOSD) capabilities. Requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), 5 years delivering technology solutions for airline distribution/retailing platforms, and 2 years of supervisory/management experience.
Apply Directly via: JetBlue Careers
Travel Products Coordinator | InteleTravel
Location: Delray Beach, FL (Hybrid/Remote — commuting distance to Delray Beach or Port Washington, NY a plus) | Comp: Not specified
Benefits: Not specified.
The Role: Manage the product backlog for assigned travel verticals (cruise, hotels, air, insurance, tours), partnering with technology, business development, and supply teams to optimize inventory, pricing, and the advisor booking experience. Define product requirements and roadmap priorities, oversee cruise integrations and vacation bundling capabilities, and drive cross-sell/attachment rate improvements. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years as a Product Owner/Manager, ideally in travel, travel technology, or ecommerce.
Apply Directly via: InteleTravel Careers
Cruise Sales Advisor | Base + Incentives | Victory Cruise Lines
Location: Pompano Beach, FL (potentially remote in approved states) | Comp: $50,000 base + commissions and performance incentives
Benefits: Not specified.
The Role: Convert prospective guest inquiries into cruise bookings through 100% phone-based inbound and outbound sales, owning and managing an active lead pipeline. Discuss itineraries and pricing, recognize buying signals, overcome objections, and confidently close the sale by asking for the deposit. Requires 2+ years of phone-based sales experience; cruise or travel industry sales experience strongly preferred.
Apply Directly via: Victory Cruise Lines Careers
Senior Director of Public Relations and Marketing - Four Seasons Resorts of Thailand | Four Seasons
Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand (On-site) | Comp: Competitive / Full-Time
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, training and development opportunities, employee discount for stays at any Four Seasons worldwide, laundry and meal allowances, health and wellness benefits, and retirement savings plan.
The Role: Provide strategic leadership for PR, Marketing, Communications, and Brand activity across three Four Seasons Thailand resorts (Chiang Mai, Koh Samui, Golden Triangle), reporting to the Senior Commercial Director. Develop and execute annual PR/digital/marketing communications plans, oversee crisis communications and reputation management, and ensure brand standard adherence across all properties. Requires a Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of experience in PR, digital marketing, and marketing communications; prior resort experience an advantage.
Apply Directly via: Four Seasons Careers
Communications & PR Coordinator | Discover Long Island
Location: Hauppauge, NY (On-site) | Comp: $25.82/hr
Benefits: 401(k), dental insurance, health insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance.
The Role: Serve as secondary media contact and support the Director of Public Relations & Communications with press releases, media travel coordination, and newsletter/blog content for Long Island's tourism brand. Assist with media events, maintain journalist/influencer relationships, and develop weekly-to-annual media activity reports. Requires 2-3 years of communications experience, ideally in travel and tourism, with a Bachelor's degree in journalism/marketing/communications preferred.
Apply Directly via: Email resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Direct Sales Manager Europe | Swan Hellenic Limited
Location: Monaco or Berlin (Hybrid, office-based preferred) | Comp: Competitive base + lucrative commission program
Benefits: Not specified.
The Role: Manage and grow an existing portfolio of past guests and prospects across Europe for Swan Hellenic's luxury expedition cruises, guiding clients through a considered, value-based sales process via outbound calls and emails. Build lasting relationships through five-star service, represent the brand at industry B2C events, and stay current on itineraries and promotions with the Director Europe. Requires fluent English plus native-level fluency in another European language, and 2-3 years of luxury brand sales experience (luxury travel/cruise a strong plus).
Apply Directly via: Swan Hellenic Careers
Expedition Travel Specialist | HX
Location: Remote (Australia, Hybrid) | Comp: Competitive / Full-Time
Benefits: Additional superannuation contribution, EAP, familiarization trips, and excellent employee discounts.
The Role: Own the guest journey from first enquiry to embarkation for HX's expedition cruise experiences, converting enquiries into bookings and managing the full reservation process. Deliver end-to-end guest service across calls and emails, offer personalized upgrade and excursion recommendations, and maintain accurate records in CRM/reservation systems. Requires fluent English and 2+ years of experience in travel, expedition, tour, cruise, hospitality, or sales & service working to KPIs and sales targets; must reside and be eligible to work in Australia.
Apply Directly via: HX Careers
Travel Operations Coordinator | Oceanic Society
Location: Remote (US) | Comp: $55,000 – $65,000
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and occasional opportunity to join an expedition (familiarization travel).
The Role: Manage logistics data across 20+ active expeditions, reporting to the Conservation Travel Manager and handling traveler documentation, vendor coordination, and payment processing. Advise travelers on international flights, visas, and trip preparation, reconcile payments and invoices, and maintain HubSpot data hygiene for the travel team. Requires exceptional attention to detail and 2-4 years of experience in operations, coordination, logistics, or administrative roles.
Apply Directly via: Email resume and cover letter to [email protected]
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