What does it take to build a billion-dollar travel business from scratch? In this episode of The Leap, Adam Schwab, Co-Founder and CEO of Luxury Escapes, shares how he went from overworked junior lawyer to leading one of Australia’s fastest-growing travel companies. From flipping backpacker apartments to surviving the collapse of the daily deals industry, Adam’s journey is packed with bold decisions, early mistakes, and long-term wins.

He opens up about the scrappy beginnings, the pressure of leading a team of 600+, and why being “long-term greedy” helped them thrive through COVID while competitors crumbled. Adam also breaks down how they’ve built real competitive moats through loyalty, exclusive partnerships, and an obsessive focus on customer experience.

This episode is a masterclass in resilience, growth, and building a business that stands the test of time — without losing sight of your values.

Tune in to hear the raw, behind-the-scenes story of how Luxury Escapes became a travel giant — and the lessons Adam learned along the way.