Last updated: 9:00 AM ET, Tue October 28, 2025
Eli Wagner. (Photo Credit: Eli Wagner)
Bio
Eli Wagner is the founder of Wagner Bespoke Travel, a woman-owned luxury travel agency redefining the way discerning clients experience the world. After a successful career as an entertainment lawyer, Wagner followed a lifelong passion for hotels and travel, building one of the top agencies recognized globally by Four Seasons, Marriott, Rosewood, and Forbes Travel Guide.
Known for her insider connections and white-glove service, Wagner curates extraordinary journeys with exclusive benefits and VIP recognition. Her new career reflects not only expertise in luxury travel but also a commitment to creating unforgettable experiences for every client.
She's made a difference in the travel community by consistently driving top results with the world’s leading brands—recognized as a top producer with Four Seasons, Marriott, and Rosewood, and one of only a dozen agencies fully endorsed by Forbes Travel Guide. In 2024, Wagner was honored as Virtuoso’s Rising Star and named a top Virtuoso advisor out of 20,000 globally. These accolades reflect not only extraordinary sales but also her commitment to elevating advisor recognition, showcasing how trusted partnerships and client advocacy can transform the way luxury travel is experienced.
She also stands out for combining relentless drive, trusted global relationships, and true client advocacy. Her legal background brings precision and negotiation skills, while a passion for hospitality fuels creativity and innovation. Recognized as a top producer with the world’s leading hotel brands and a Virtuoso Rising Star, Wagner delivers extraordinary results while maintaining honesty, transparency, and white-glove service. This blend of business rigor, genuine care, and industry recognition makes her a distinctive voice in luxury travel.
Wagner is 39 years old.
"Being named to the TravelPulse 40 Under 40 is an incredible honor and a proudly shared achievement," said Wagner. "The heart of Wagner Bespoke Travel has always been about the real human relationships, not only with our amazing clients, but with our dedicated teams and global partners who make every one of our travelers' journeys extraordinary."
"Travel to me is deeply personal and this recognition is a reminder of what’s possible when passion, purpose, and collaboration come together to push boundaries and create lifelong memories."
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"Having experienced the unparalleled level of attention and luxury from Eli Wagner of Wagner Bespoke Travel, my family won’t book vacations any other way," said client Andrea Rosenthal. "Our European, tropical, and domestic vacations have been nothing short of a dream since working with Eli."
"From the moment we begin discussions with her about our next destination to the time we return home, we are treated with the most VIP experience. From the airport transfers in Paris, to being whisked through security and escorted to private lounges in Mallorca until the plane is ready, to the hotel staff in St. Lucia knowing our names and our preferences (always with a room surprise) the moment we arrive—we are completely cared for every step of the way by Eli and her amazing team," said Rosenthal.
"In just a few years, she has grown her Santa Monica–based luxury travel firm to seven-figure revenue and over $22 million in annual sales, earning recognition on Travel + Leisure’s 2025 A-List and as a Top Advisor by Four Seasons," said Jay Johnson, Coastline Travel. "A Forbes Travel Guide Endorsed Agency leader, Eli combines her background as an entertainment lawyer with a passion for creating personalized, ultra-luxury experiences. Her innovation, mentorship, and relentless drive exemplify the next generation of visionary leaders shaping the future of travel."
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