Clive Jacobs
Executive Chairman
Clive Jacobs is a serial entrepreneur who has founded and invested in businesses for over 40 years. He is best known for being the co-founder, Chairman and CEO of Holiday Autos, which grew from a small room into the world’s largest leisure car rental broker before being acquired by lastminute.com plc. Clive is currently the owner of Jacobs Media Group, the global voice for the travel and hospitality industries. Notably, the company received the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in 2020 in recognition of its international growth. He became executive Chairman and shareholder in Tully Luxury Travel back in 2014 and continues to play an integral leadership role within the company. He splits his time between London, Dubai, the US and Canada where he invests in businesses, both established and start-ups, is an advisor to banks and private equity companies, and mentors young entrepreneurs.
Mary Jean Tully
Founder and CEO
Mary Jean Tully, Founder and CEO of Tully Luxury Travel, has been on the cutting edge of luxury travel for years. Recognized by Forbes, Town & Country, Wendy Perrin's Wow List, Condé Nast Traveler, and named one of the most powerful women in travel by Travel Agent Magazine, Tully is renowned for her passion, expertise, and philanthropy. She sits on the Advisory Board for leading cruise lines, hotels, and travel suppliers, and has received numerous accolades identifying her agency as one of the best luxury travel providers in the world. An avid Conservationist, Tully is passionate about the protection of wildlife in Africa, where poaching and human-wildlife conflict pose an urgent threat. “Pay it forward” is Tully’s favorite expression.
Julie Boucher
Chief Financial Officer
Julie Boucher is a CMA, CPA with over 15 years of experience in various progressive finance roles that span across all areas of the business, from retail to tour operator and wholesale. After spending a year auditing in Montreal, Julie started her career in the travel industry in Toronto in 2002 with North American Leisure Group (now TravelBrands) in the retail division. Five years later, she became Director of Finance and eventually lead an extensive team of 60 people. Prior to joining Tully Luxury Travel in 2015, Julie was the Director of Finance at Flight Network, an online air consolidator.
Aida Silva
Executive Vice President, Cruise Sales and Supplier Relations
Aida Silva is a valued member of the Tully Luxury Travel Executive Team. Joining the company in 1990, Aida began her travel career as a Junior Sales Consultant, where she excelled quickly, realizing that travel was in her blood. Continuing to display immense leadership and growth, Aida did not last long in this role and eventually became Executive Vice President in 2002.
Her extensive knowledge in the Cruise industry and overall travel knowledge combined with her excellent sales skills and outstanding customer service acumen has enabled Aida to lead Tully Luxury Travel's team of Travel Designers to become an enviable force in the marketplace.
Aida is honored to sit on several Advisory Boards within the luxury cruise sector, which has garnered her a high-level of respect from Senior Executives within the travel industry.
She enjoys traveling both personally and professionally, which gives her the ability to enhance her expertise continually. Some of her favorite places to visit include Japan, Alaska, Scandinavia, and Italy as her portfolio of travel continues to grow
Kelly Sousa
Vice President, Cruise Sales Operations
After graduating from her studies in Travel & Tourism, Kelly Sousa began her career with Tully Luxury Travel in 1998. First, starting in an administrative role, her passion and excitement for travel grew, leading to her involvement in each of the company's various departments before eventually securing the position of Vice President of Sales in 2002.
Kelly leads strategic sales initiatives throughout the organization, responsible for developing customer relationships, identifying sales opportunities, and growing the business while leading the Tully Luxury Travel sales team, comprised of some of the top talent in the industry. Her level of expertise is priceless.
Kelly enjoys exploring the world, especially traveling with her husband and daughters on cruises and various travel adventures across the globe.
Ralph Crawford
Vice President, Bespoke Sales and Supplier Relations
An avid traveler, Ralph has visited over 40 countries; experiencing the local cuisine, breathtaking views, ground-breaking architecture, and unique local environments. His favorite travel destinations include Europe and the Middle-East, due to his fascination with the intersection of art, architecture, and culture within these geographies. Ralph has a Master’s degree in both Architecture as well as Museum studies, which helps him excel in guiding the team when planning exclusive itineraries and understanding each client's unique travel interests. His diverse knowledge and experience, combined with his passion for luxury travel and the business, make him the best leader of our Bespoke Experiences Team. Ralph diligently develops key hotel partnerships, preferred supplier contracts and world-class itineraries. Whether you want to experience something you could not imagine yourself, or you are interested in developing a partnership with Tully, Ralph and his team will be able to assist.
Kerry Connelly
Vice President of Brand and Business Development
Kerry Connelly is a firebrand self-starter, an innovative strategist and marketer who is driven to create. As a consummate connector, she deftly identifies partnership opportunities to generate new business, elevating the vitality of the companies she works with and the thought leaders behind them.
Kerry has been navigating the arenas of brand strategy, communications, sponsorship, sales, live events, content creation, media training and public relations for more than 20 years. Clients have included Air Canada, XM Satellite Radio, Steve Nash Foundation, Molson Canadian Hockey House, Cadillac, Caudalie, MGM, Warner Bros., Lululemon, the Toronto International Film Festival and the Shangri-La Hotel Toronto.
Trained in Montreal, New York, Vienna and Paris, Kerry is also an accomplished singer and entertainer having performed in Canada and Europe. She has experienced travel for business, pleasure and for humanitarian initiatives. Kerry is passionate about meeting new people, experiencing new cultures and forming authentic relationships.
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At Tully, Luxury is Defined by You. We design life-enriching travel to the world’s most unforgettable destinations, providing our clients with exclusive access and personalized experiences. We also believe in “travel with a purpose,” giving back to the communities that welcome us. Whether you want to cruise the world in splendor, take an unforgettable African safari or create a bespoke adventure like no other, we have the unsurpassed knowledge, expertise and impeccable service you require.
Bespoke
A private lunch on the Great Wall of China? Golfing on a glacier? A private audience with one of Japan’s last remaining Samurai? We create “WOW” moments and take you beyond anything you’ve ever imagined.
Train Journeys
The hiss of steam, the sound of a whistle… rediscover the romance of rail on a glamorous train journey. Whether you travel through Europe, Asia or South America, there is nothing quite like the magic of trains.
Safari
A safari is the answer when you need a little soul renewal. Be inspired by Africa’s spectacular scenery, exciting wildlife, rich cultures and exclusive lodging on a life-changing safari, crafted exclusively for you.
Cruise
See the world while only unpacking once. Sail the seas in complete luxury with our elegant Ocean Voyages and relaxing River Cruises. We will ensure every detail of your trip is seamless and memorable.
Custom
Our one-of-a-kind industry relationships across the globe allow us to curate any experience you wish. Contact a Travel Designer to discuss how Tully Luxury Travel can take your dream and turn it into a reality.
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