Duncan Greenfield-Turk
Thailand
I’ve spent nearly three decades in the luxury travel industry because I believe that travel is about so much more than just seeing the world — it’s about connecting with it, and with yourself.
My journey began in Cape Town, South Africa, where I was raised with a deep respect for nature, culture, and diversity. That foundation fuels how I work today: as a trusted private travel designer for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients seeking curated, immersive, and seamless journeys that are as individual as they are indulgent.
As the CEO and Chief Travel Designer of Global Travel Moments, I lead a small team of independent travel experts who, like me, design each itinerary with extraordinary attention to detail and absolute discretion. Our clients don’t want generic upgrades or templated tours — they want storytelling, strategy, and service. They come to us for that next-level thinking, the relationships, and the on-the-ground access that only comes from decades of global experience and industry partnerships.
Over the years, I’ve curated everything from multi-generational safaris in Southern Africa to heritage journeys across Southeast Asia and culinary deep-dives in Japan. I’m particularly passionate about travel that invites deep cultural immersion — where the experience goes far beyond the resort walls and into the heart of a destination.
I work closely with in-country partners and hand-selected destination management companies to ensure that every element — from airport arrival to private villa farewell — is elevated, effortless, and executed with care. My clients often tell me they feel more like guests than tourists — and to me, that’s the greatest compliment.
As a proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, I’m also passionate about inclusive travel that prioritises safety, dignity, and joy. Many of my clients — solo travellers, couples, and families alike — choose me because I understand the nuance, the concerns, and the unique needs that can come with planning LGBTQ+ luxury travel. Whether I’m recommending a trusted resort partner like Belmond, Rosewood, or Four Seasons, or advising on legal and cultural considerations in a specific country, my role is to ensure each journey is not just beautiful, but affirming.
Recognised as a Travel + Leisure A-List Advisor and a Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist, I’m proud to bring that level of trust and excellence to every trip I design. I’ve also been honoured as a finalist for the LGBT+ Trailblazer of the Year and nominated across several prestigious industry awards for both client service and luxury travel design.
If you’re looking for a highly personalised, detail-driven, and creatively crafted travel experience — whether it’s a honeymoon in Kyoto, a private yacht through the Galápagos, or a milestone celebration in the Maasai Mara — I’d be delighted to design your next unforgettable escape.
Travel isn’t just what I do — it’s who I am.