Jules Maury
- Head of Scott Dunn Private
- London Office
- Born in United Kingdom
- 35 years' Experience in Travel
If there’s one person you need to meet when seeking inspiration for your next extraordinary travel experience, it’s Jules Maury. As Head of Scott Dunn Private, Jules brings decades of expertise and a rare depth of global insight. Having lived in Hong Kong, South Africa, France, Australia, and Vietnam, she brings first-hand cultural understanding and an instinct for detail that transforms every journey into something truly exceptional.
For Jules, true luxury lies in personalization and precision. Her passion is in crafting seamless, meaningful travel experiences that feel effortless yet unforgettable. With an unmatched global network—spanning general managers, world-class chefs and curators.
Jules has earned a place among the travel industry’s most respected authorities. She has been named a Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist for seven consecutive years (2019–2025), featured in Robb Report’s exclusive Travel Masters List and Best of the Best in Travel (2023–2025), and included in the Spear’s 500 Top Recommended Travel Advisors from 2022 to 2025. She was also honoured as one of the 50 Most Influential People in British Luxury on the Walpole Power List.
Insiders, curators, and private guides—Jules creates moments few others can access. Think private tours of ‘closed’ Egyptian tombs, exclusive sunrise access to the Pyramids, or multi-generational celebrations in privately owned Scottish castles. Whether it’s sourcing the most knowledgeable expert guide in Morocco, Italy, or Japan, or customizing each element of a trip to reflect the guest’s individual style, she delivers experiences that are deeply personal and impossible to replicate. Her black book is legendary—but it’s her intuition, warmth, and ability to anticipate what each guest will love that sets her apart. Jules sometimes travels ahead of her clients to check out the fine detail.
For Jules, true luxury lies in personalization and precision. Her passion is in crafting seamless, meaningful travel experiences that feel effortless yet unforgettable. With an unmatched global network—spanning general managers, world-class chefs, local insiders, curators, and private guides—Jules creates moments of magic
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What's the best thing you've ever brought back from your travels?
The best thing I’ve ever brought back from my travels is never something I can pack. It’s the memories of fascinating people, wildlife and huge skies of stars.
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What’s the most incredible natural phenomenon you have witnessed?
Sailing across the Pacific, I once caught the elusive green flash just as the sun slipped below the horizon one of those blink-and-you-miss-it moments.
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What is the best hotel you've ever stayed at and why?
The best hotel I’ve ever stayed in is Passalacqua, a true gem in a stunning location brought to life by its remarkable owner, Valentina de Santis.
My Favorite Scott Dunn Hotels and Tours
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VIEW TOURLimitless Antarctica: Emperors & South Pole
White Desert’s Whichaway Camp is otherworldly—Antarctica at its most exclusive and awe-inspiring. Cape Town is vibrant, creative, and full of contrast. Together, they’re the ultimate polar pairing. -
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VIEW TOURLimitless Indonesia
Sailing through Komodo and Raja Ampat is pure magic—untouched reefs, remote beauty. Then flying into Bawah Island feels like arriving in paradise. Wild adventure meets barefoot luxury. -
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VIEW TOURLimitless Mozambique and South Africa
Singita Boulders is pure safari soul—luxury in the wild with unforgettable wildlife. Benguerra Island is barefoot bliss—crystal waters, dhow sails, and total island escape. A perfect contrast.
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