Jessica Parker
Jessica Parker is a public relations and marketing expert, specializing in travel and hospitality. Over the course of her eight years in New York City, she has worked for top brands such as Singapore Airlines, Expedia, The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, IHG, and Hilton Luxury Brands. She also contributed to the successful launch of Universal’s The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. While she has broad experience in big brand names, she is also extremely scrappy and knows how to achieve maximum value for her clients on limited budgets. From press launches to influencer media trips, Jessica has secured great coverage for her clients. She has built an amazing media and industry network, and now heads up the largest travel community group in NYC called Travel Massive NYC. Travel Massive provides unique branding events (often sold out!) by and for the travel industry. She has spoken on several panels at the Travel Blog Exchange, the world’s largest travel blog conference, and plans to continue working as a professional travel promoter to individuals throughout the world.
- What’s your spirit animal?
My spirit animal would be a bear, since I’m grounded, confident and strong willed.
- Your favorite cause and charity and why?
My favorite cause has always been about eradicating homelessness and getting those people off the streets and back as active members in society. I volunteered at a very young age through my church, since we hosted a homeless shelter several times a year. I became close to a homeless man by playing cards, and talking the nights I was there. Then we would share birthdays together, since they were days apart. He lived with my parents for a few weeks, and they helped him find work. That has left an impact on me forever.
- Your favorite travel destination that you’ve been to? Why?
I fell in love with Croatia a few years ago. The whole country is stunning and there’s so much to see and do. The people are welcoming, so you feel at home.
- Where do you dream of traveling to?
I dream of traveling to Egypt for the history, culture and sites. It’s been on my list for a long time now.
- What does it mean to #TravelKindly to you?
It means to leave a positive impact whether on Mother Nature and the people you come into contact with, which will inspire others to do the same. Lead by example and others will follow.
