About Journey Elite Travel by Jessica Jones
Providing Extraordinary Travel Experiences
Meet Jessica Jones, founder and senior travel advisor based in Austin, Texas. I transitioned from a successful business career to pursue my true passion—helping others experience the world through travel. At Journey Elite Travel, we are committed to elevating your journey and turning your travel dreams into reality.
Travel has always been close to my heart. I've walked the rooftops of Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, sat feet away from a silverback gorilla in Uganda, swum with whale sharks in La Paz, and soared over ancient Mexican ruins in a hot air balloon. Surfing in Bocas del Toro, Panama, touring Rome in a vintage Rolls Royce, and picnicking at a bull farm in southern Spain with a Grammy-winning opera singer are moments I deeply cherish. While these experiences were incredible, what truly enriched my journeys were the people I met and the cultures I immersed myself in. Every trip deepened my appreciation for the world's diversity and the connections we share. I firmly believe that travel is an investment - emotionally, financially, and in enriching our lives. My greatest passion is creating bespoke travel experiences for my clients, ensuring that every trip is a valuable and deeply personal endeavor. I take the time to understand what "luxury" means to you, whether it’s exclusivity, luxurious hotel stays, cultural immersion, engaging with locals, art, shopping, history, or food.
Imagine a perfectly curated adventure: a private and personal shopping experience with exclusive appointments at luxury retailers, a private photography tour led by a National Geographic photographer, or chartering a private jet. Picture a private viewing of your favorite historical site, guided by a local historian with a PhD, or traveling with private security and drivers on call. These are just a few of the extraordinary experiences I can arrange to ensure your journey is truly unique and personal. Navigate the world of international travel with ease. From initial planning to final execution, I handle every detail, turning your dream trip into a seamless reality. With years of expertise in designing bespoke, stress-free travel experiences, my global team and I ensure every journey is smooth, memorable, and enriching, filled with unforgettable moments and quality time with the people you care about most.
On a personal note, I’ve had the joy of sharing my love for travel with my now-teenage children, who have explored the world alongside me. I’ve always said, “We only have 18 summers before they create their own adventures.” I cherish every moment we’ve had together and am dedicated to helping my clients create similar priceless memories with their own families. Because life is short, I believe in making the most of every moment and every journey.
Together with my global team, I design customized itineraries to bring your travel dreams to life. My goal is to make every journey a smooth, memorable, and enriching experience that you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
Are you ready to take the first step towards your next adventure?
Emmie Allbee
A graduate of the University of Houston with a degree in global hospitality leadership, I value immersive experiences and connecting with locals wherever I travel, to see humanity through many different lenses, and enjoy helping others do the same.
With a lifelong passion for exploration, I am transforming my love for travel into a meaningful career. From my early family trips to volunteering in Costa Rica and Puerto Rico as a teen, and the adventures of backpacking across the Sierra Nevada Mountains during college, each experience has enriched my understanding of diverse cultures and landscapes. Having journeyed through over 17 countries, I cherish memories like swimming with manta rays in Hawaii, the scenic beauty of road tripping across Italy, motorbiking through the lush jungles of Thailand, and experiencing the warmth of local homestays in the Philippines. Assisting Jessica Jones at Journey Elite Travel has been an enriching learning experience to the business side of travel. This role is introducing me to the art of crafting elevated travel experiences that promise unique and memorable journeys for every traveler.