Adam Hickmott has been appointed head of sales and marketing for luxury tour operator Scott Dunn in Europe.

This latest addition to the growing company follows the recent appointment of a new senior management team led by chief executive, Sonia Davies.

Highly-experienced individuals – including Simon McMurtrie (chairman), André Rickerby (chief marketing officer), Robin Wooldridge (chief financial officer) and John Taker (global product director) – have all also recently joined the company.

As a key destination for Scott Dunn, Hickmott will drive the Europe team forward in a challenging market, focusing on delivering consistently high levels of guest service while retaining guest loyalty.

He joins Scott Dunn with a wealth of travel industry experience.

Starting his career at British Airways, Hickmott worked for three years as part of the long-haul cabin crew.

In 2014, he moved to Wexas Travel where he was a sales consultant in the Australia and New Zealand team.

After three years at the company, Hickmott become a team leader looking after the European team.

Along with a solidified new management team and a strengthened Europe sales team in place under Hickmott’s direction, Scott Dunn has seen growth and diversification in one of its key regions.

As Europe continues to be a priority market for the luxury tour operator, especially in these uncertain times, Scott Dunn will offer a range of exciting new properties and experiences to suit the needs of modern travellers.