Marchant joins the 18-35 specialist from Second Estates here he was marketing, loyalty and strategy consultant.

He has also served as an advisory board member of luxury travel agent Black Tomato, which he helped develop, since its launch in 2005.

Marchant will be responsible for Contiki’s teams across the world and growing its more than 300 trips.

His appointment comes as Contiki launches its 2019 programme, which for the first time features Africa, as well as 21 new itineraries across Europe and the Middle East and a new budget Iconic Essentials travel style.

He will relocate from London to the operator’s Geneva HQ.

“I’m hugely excited to have joined Contiki.” said Marchant. “As a proud member of The Travel Corporation’s family of businesses, Contiki has consistently been at the forefront of delivering incredible travel experiences to 18 to 35 olds, made possible by a very passionate and skilled team who are focussed on delighting our travellers.”