Global Destinations Travel Plans Specialist

Jose Panlilio

Travel Plans Associate Global Destinations Specialist

*.*********@*****.*** • 646-***-**** • Virginia Beach, VA

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dynamic maritime professional with 14 years of hands-on global travel experience spanning all seven continents. Brings an exceptional first-hand knowledge of international ports, destinations, cultures, and logistics that few travel professionals can match. Highly adaptable, detail-oriented, and passionate about helping clients explore the world — backed by a career spent navigating it. Eager to translate deep real-world travel expertise into personalized, memorable itineraries for clients as a Travel Plans Associate.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Global Destinations: All 7 continents, 50+ international ports of call across Asia, Europe, Americas, Africa, Antarctica, Oceania, and the Arctic

Cultural Knowledge: Deep familiarity with local customs, languages, cuisine, and travel norms across dozens of countries

Logistics & Planning: Expert in complex multi-leg route planning, scheduling, and time-sensitive coordination

Safety & Compliance: STCW certified maritime professional; strong understanding of international travel regulations

Languages: English (Fluent); conversational exposure to multiple languages through 14 years of international work

Soft Skills: Adaptability, problem-solving under pressure, attention to detail, client-focused communication

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Able Seaman (AB) Merchant Marine — International Voyages 2010 – 2024

•Logged 14 years of active sea service across all seven continents, gaining firsthand knowledge of 50+ global destinations

•Navigated complex international shipping routes across the Atlantic, Pacific, Indian, Arctic, and Southern Oceans

•Managed onboard safety protocols and compliance with international maritime regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW)

•Coordinated with port authorities, agents, and crew across diverse cultural and linguistic environments

•Maintained meticulous voyage logs, equipment records, and scheduling documentation

•Built expertise in time-sensitive planning, weather routing, and contingency management for multi-stop international itineraries

•Developed strong interpersonal skills working in close-knit, multicultural crews of 20–30 personnel

TRANSFERABLE TRAVEL EXPERTISE

The following destinations represent areas of deep personal familiarity through direct maritime experience:

•Asia-Pacific: Japan, South Korea, China, Philippines, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand

•Europe & Mediterranean: Spain, Italy, Greece, France, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Norway

•Americas: USA, Mexico, Panama, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Canada

•Africa & Middle East: South Africa, Egypt, UAE, Oman, Djibouti, Morocco

•Remote & Polar: Antarctica, Arctic Circle, South Georgia, remote Pacific islands

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

High School Diploma

STCW Basic Safety Training Certificate International Maritime Organization (IMO) Standards

Recommended Next Step: The Travel Institute's CTA (Certified Travel Associate) certification — ideal for formalizing existing travel knowledge.

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