Exploring our world has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, and that wanderlust for adventure and exploration is still at the core of who I am. After a successful career at one of the ten highest rated Platinum Country Clubs in America, I began a new journey as Director of Travel Design with Martha Rhodes Travel where I have combined my creative talents, passion for travel, and a lifelong desire to be of service to others in order to curate unforgettable, bespoke journeys for our clients.

I was raised in Virginia, spending my childhood in Richmond and the Hunt Country of Northern Virginia. My studies focused on architecture and history and I am grateful to have been able to travel widely, make extraordinary memories, and build lasting friendships along the way. Whether witnessing the Whirling Dervishes in a Mevlevi Sema Ceremony, participating in a Thai sky lantern ceremony, learning about Iberian ham from a Cortador de Jamón in Spain, glassblowing at Mount St. Helens, enjoying Sunday brunch at The Peninsula Hong Kong, or experiencing the simple spirit of mateship in Australia, my most memorable adventures have all been elevated experiences that have established emotional and meaningful connections between me and the people and places I’ve grown to love. 

Jim Journigan

Director of Travel Design

I look forward to sharing my passion for meaningful travel as I assist you in crafting an elevated and transformative journey that resonates with you long after you return home.