About us

Konstantinos “Kostas” Bastas is a luxury journey professional with an insatiable passion for hospitality.

Kostas has spent the last decade at Travel Leaders Group working as both an independent travel advisor, envisioning and delivering incredible experiences for his prestigious (and highly demanding) clientele.

Some recent client highlights include The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the VIPs of the Greek Archdiocese of North America, top magazine editors, and owners of sports teams. His travels – both on the job and for fun – have taken him all over the world, including favorite destinations like Mexico, Argentina, Bali, and Myanmar. He is also considered one of the industry’s leading luxury Greece specialists.

Kostas has experienced all aspects of hospitality, having grown up in Manhattan’s restaurant scene and later working at the Ritz-Carlton, Central Park New York. He holds a Master's Degree in Hospitality from New York University.A native New Yorker, Kostas now resides in Newport Beach, California, with his wife, Valia, and their two children, Emilia and Theodore.

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With a passion for crafting unforgettable travel experiences, Jorie is a Luxury Travel Advisor at Elysian Travel Group. Based in Chicago, Jorie designs bespoke itineraries for her clients. From personalized concierge services to organizing high-end events, she specializes in delivering seamless, one-of-a-kind journeys. Her attention to detail and commitment to client satisfaction ensure that every trip is exceptional and unique. Jorie holds a Master’s degree in Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Her academic journey also took her to the University of Wales, where she studied British literature, culture, and politics. Afterward, she spent several years teaching in London, an experience that broadened her expertise in education and deepened her global perspective. Now, as part of Elysian Travel Group, Jorie leverages her educational background and international experience to offer clients a blend of expertise, creativity, and care. Whether planning luxury accommodations, managing multi-destination itineraries, or arranging VIP services, Jorie ensures every client enjoys a travel experience tailored to their preferences. When she’s not planning dream vacations, Jorie enjoys life in Chicago with her family, always inspired by her love of travel and exploration.