Bucketlist Xperiences

What Bucketlist Xperiences does

Bucketlist Xperiences is a Miami-based, privately-held luxury travel company that curates and operates invite-only private jet expeditions and curated multi-destination travel experiences for ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNWIs). Founded in 2025 by Andrea Kaplan (Founder & Chief Xperience Officer) and Jordan Kaplan (President), the company is family-run and leans on the Kaplans' claimed firsthand travel experience across nearly every country to source access — including presidential meet & greets, minister-led private tours, and privatized site access — that is not commercially available to ordinary luxury travelers. Membership is gated through a vetted application that screens prospects on travel spend (up to $500K+ annually) and personal accomplishments, positioning the brand around exclusivity and scarcity rather than volume.

The company's product portfolio is organized into three tiers: Global Jet Xpeditions (multi-destination private jet journeys such as an 8-destination, 20-day Around The World itinerary), Regional Journeys (focused exploration of a specific geography), and City Xperiences (multi-day curated urban programs). A network of high-profile brand partnerships — Rolls-Royce, Aman Resorts, Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, Bulgari, Louis Vuitton, Estée Lauder, Therabody, Frette, Aesop, Rhone, and Salvatore Ferragamo — provides ground transport, accommodations, and in-trip lifestyle components. The technology stack is explicitly non-proprietary: the company describes itself as a service-based concierge using manual curation and relationship-based logistics, with no platform, app, API, or AI tooling documented.

Revenue is generated through quote-based, custom-priced expedition sales and personalized concierge services billed to members, with no publicly disclosed pricing, unit volumes, or financial figures. The go-to-market is exclusively direct and invite-only, supported by a website with a Request Invitation / Apply for Membership funnel and a WhatsApp inquiry channel; there are no resellers, self-service options, or third-party distribution. Operationally, expeditions are scheduled across six continents (Africa, Middle East, Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas), and the company's stated selling points include saving members over three days of travel time on average per trip and providing 24/7 medical and security coverage.

Name

Bucketlist Xperiences

Legal name

Bucketlist Xperiences

Website

https://bucketlistxperiences.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2025

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bucketlist Xperiences is a Miami-based, invite-only luxury travel company founded in 2025 by the Kaplan family, curating private jet expeditions, regional journeys, and city experiences for ultra-high-net-worth individuals seeking exclusive access to rare global destinations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Travel Services

NAICS

Tour Operators (561520), Tour Operators (56152)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Private/Customized Multi-Day Tour Operators (THAKADAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Multi-Day Tour Operators (THAKADAE), Bespoke Multi-Day Itinerary Planning & Custom Tour Design (THAJALAB), Private Adventure & Expedition Experiences (Custom Hikes, Safaris, Backcountry) (THAJALAG)

Keywords

• Luxury travel services
• Private jet expeditions
• Concierge travel planning
• Exclusive adventure travel
• VIP travel experiences

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Luxury Travel Experiences: Revenue generated from curating and operating private jet expeditions and multi-destination luxury travel experiences. Members pay for access to exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime trips including private jet travel, premium accommodations, and VIP access experiences. Pricing is custom/quote-based based on trip complexity and duration.
2. Concierge and Travel Planning Services: Personalized travel services including itinerary planning, accommodation bookings, transportation arrangements, and concierge services. Services are provided for personal, non-commercial use by members.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Bucketlist Xperiences curates and operates invite-only private jet expeditions and multi-destination luxury travel experiences for ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Membership-based sales target accomplished leaders through application and vetting, with all-inclusive custom-priced trips covering private jet transport, luxury accommodations, VIP access, and concierge services. The company also provides personalized travel planning and itinerary services for members' personal, non-commercial use.

Product overview

Bucketlist Xperiences is a luxury travel company offering invite-only private jet expeditions and curated travel experiences to the world's rarest destinations. The company operates three core experience types: Global Jet Xpeditions (multi-destination private jet journeys worldwide), Regional Journeys (focused exploration of specific geographic areas), and City Xperiences (multi-day curated urban adventures). All offerings are invitation-only, targeting accomplished individuals seeking extraordinary travel beyond conventional luxury.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Global Jet Xpeditions Private jet travel expeditions to multiple destinations across the globe, offering VIP transportation and access to rare experiences worldwide for ultra-high-net-worth members.
• Regional Journeys Focused travel experiences exploring a specific region's highlights, combining cultural immersion with luxury accommodations.
• City Xperiences Multi-day city-based experiences offering curated activities, exclusive access, and luxury accommodations in major metropolitan destinations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 3 days of travel time saved on average per trip

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• BulgariminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLuxury jewelry and accessories brand featured among the company's luxury partners. Partnership provides brand association and may include exclusive experiences or benefits for Bucketlist members at Bulgari properties.
• Rolls-Royce Motor CarscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerLuxury automobile brand featured prominently as a key partner. Rolls-Royce vehicles are likely used for ground transportation during trips, providing premium transport experiences for members.
• Aman ResortscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUltra-luxury hotel and resort brand providing accommodation services during Bucketlist expeditions. Aman is known for exclusive, high-end properties worldwide that align with Bucketlist's positioning.
• Louis VuittonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLuxury fashion house featured among the company's luxury partners. Partnership likely provides brand association and exclusive experiences or products for Bucketlist members.
• Four Seasons Hotels and ResortscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLuxury hotel brand providing premium accommodation during Bucketlist experiences. Four Seasons' global footprint and reputation for service aligns with Bucketlist's luxury positioning.
• Ritz-CarltoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLuxury hotel brand providing premium accommodation services. The Ritz-Carlton's global presence and high-end service standards make it a natural partner for Bucketlist's luxury travel experiences.
• St. Regis Hotels & ResortscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLuxury hotel brand under Marriott, providing premium accommodations for Bucketlist travelers. St. Regis properties offer the refined luxury that aligns with the Bucketlist experience.
• Estée Lauder CompaniesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLuxury beauty and cosmetics company featured among the company's luxury partners. May provide exclusive products or treatments as part of the Bucketlist experience.
• TherabodyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWellness technology brand providing recovery and wellness products. May offer exclusive treatments or wellness experiences during Bucketlist trips.
• FretteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLuxury linens and home furnishings brand. Frette products may be featured in Bucketlist accommodations, providing premium bedding and textile experiences.
• AesopminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLuxury skincare brand that may provide amenities or exclusive products during Bucketlist experiences.
• RhoneminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium performance apparel brand that may provide activewear or luxury athleisure for Bucketlist adventure activities.
• Salvatore FerragamominorGTM or Marketing PartnerLuxury fashion brand featured among the company's luxury partners. May provide exclusive fashion experiences or products for members.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• TCS World Travel: TCS World Travel is the closest direct competitor, offering all-inclusive private jet expeditions to multiple global destinations for an affluent, often repeat-traveler base. Both companies sell curated, multi-destination jet itineraries rather than standard luxury tours, and target accomplished individuals seeking exclusive access — nearly identical GTM.
• Abercrombie & Kent: Abercrombie & Kent is a longstanding luxury tour operator offering private, customized multi-day itineraries worldwide with a focus on exclusive access and high-end accommodations. It overlaps directly with Bucketlist's Regional Journeys and City Xperiences in product shape and UHNW targeting, though Bucketlist layers private jet transport on top.
• Black Tomato: Black Tomato is a bespoke luxury travel company known for "Get Lost" and "Jet Set" itineraries targeting affluent, experience-driven travelers. Its "Jet Set" private jet trips and customized multi-country itineraries are the closest analog to Bucketlist's Global Jet Xpeditions in terms of curation philosophy and customer profile.
• Scott Dunn: Scott Dunn is a high-end bespoke tour operator offering private, customized trips to global destinations with concierge-level service. Comparable in targeting UHNW families seeking once-in-a-lifetime experiences and in delivering fully-tailored itineraries with premium accommodations.
• Kensington Tours: Kensington Tours designs private, fully customized international travel for discerning travelers with a focus on exclusive experiences and luxury properties. It competes with Bucketlist's Regional Journeys and City Xperiences in the customized UHNW segment, though without the private jet component.
• Quintessentially Travel: Quintessentially is a luxury lifestyle and concierge group whose travel division curates high-end, exclusive itineraries for ultra-high-net-worth members. Direct overlap with Bucketlist's invite-only positioning, UHNW persona targeting, and emphasis on access that money alone cannot buy.
• Remote Lands: Remote Lands is a luxury private tour operator specializing in bespoke Asia itineraries with exclusive access and high-end accommodations. Comparable in product depth (custom multi-day design) and UHNW targeting, though Bucketlist spans more continents while Remote Lands is Asia-deep.
• Butterfield & Robinson: Butterfield & Robinson is a luxury private-guided tour operator offering bespoke walking, biking, and cultural journeys worldwide. Comparable in bespoke multi-day design and UHNW customer focus, with similar emphasis on exclusive access and curated cultural immersion.

Broad incumbents

• Lindblad Expeditions (National Geographic Expeditions): Lindblad operates premium expedition cruises and land-based journeys with a focus on discovery and exclusive access. Overlaps with Bucketlist's experiential luxury positioning and adventure-led itineraries, but is broader in product scope (cruise-heavy) and not private-jet led.
• Aman Resorts: Aman is both a Bucketlist partner and an adjacent operator in ultra-luxury hospitality offering exclusive resort experiences and bespoke itineraries. Overlap in UHNW clientele and emphasis on rare, premium experiences; Aman owns the underlying accommodation layer that Bucketlist packages.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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