“A voyage is only as good as the one who charts its path.”

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After seven years navigating the 120,000nm as an Officer on superyachts - covering all seven continents - I returned home, to Sydney, Australia - and shifted my focus to luxury travel, joining forces with a top-tier travel advisor, as passionate about travel who also happens to be my mum, Salli Alderson.

From heli-skiing in Antarctica and diving remote Pacific reefs to sipping Negronis on the shores of Lake Como, my years at sea gave me a rare global perspective, and a powerful, far-reaching network. Today, I bring both to the table when designing truly unforgettable journeys. Whether it’s a milestone celebration, a once-in-a-lifetime escape, or simply a much-needed getaway, I craft every itinerary with intention and access few can match.

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There’s something incredibly rewarding about creating an experience that’s not only seamless, but personal. In a world where almost anything can be booked online, true luxury lies in the details - and in the relationships behind the scenes.

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And when things don’t go to plan - weather delays, flight changes, illness - that’s where third-party booking platforms fall short, and where we step in. We’re here for the moments you can’t plan for, making sure you’re always looked after.

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