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Charlie Drinkwater

Travel Operations Manager

After studying History and Politics at Goldsmiths, University of London, Charlie transitioned to life in the City working as an insurance broker with a focus on Private Equity markets. During this time, Charlie travelled widely with trips to Australia and Morocco among others, including multi-day adventures in the Alps, the Himalayas and the Sahara. Leaving the insurance industry behind Charlie set out to pursue projects that he was passionate about and supported Pelorus in the build-up to our launch in November 2017. After several years delivering unique client experience, Charlie now oversees Travel Operations and works closely with the Pelorus Foundation.

A person stands on a rocky outcrop at a mountain summit, wearing shorts and a hat. The vast landscape below features lush valleys, winding rivers, and distant snow-capped mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
A person stands on a rocky shore beside a turquoise lake, with rugged mountains rising in the background. They are wearing a navy fleece top and dark trousers, along with sunglasses. Bright sunlight illuminates the scene.
A person in a yellow jacket kayaking in turquoise water near striking rock formations with caves in the background. The scene is bright and sunny with a clear blue sky.
A person wearing sunglasses and a green jacket leans out of the driver's side of a rugged car, with a waterfall and lush greenery in the background.
A man in a bright orange life vest smiles while standing on a boat, with a glacier and large icebergs visible in the background. The scene is set in a misty, mountainous environment.
A person wearing a helmet and a jacket stands among rocky terrain inside a dark, volcanic cave. The walls display colorful layers of rock, illuminated by soft red and purple lighting.
A young man wearing sunglasses carries a large backpack while hiking along a rocky trail, flanked by steep hills and snow-capped mountains in the background.
A person wearing sunglasses stands on a rocky coastline, gazing out at a vast blue lake surrounded by mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
A young man stands on a snowy dock beside a wooden boat in a harbor. The background features calm water and buildings under a clear blue sky.
A person stands in front of three rugged black vans parked on a snowy landscape. The vans are modified for winter conditions, featuring large tires and snow-covered exteriors. The setting appears cold and wintry.
A person in a yellow jacket kayaking in turquoise water near striking rock formations with caves in the background. The scene is bright and sunny with a clear blue sky.

Number one unforgettable travel experience?

The warmth of the sun as it rises over the mountains after a night at -25°C in the Himalayas. It brings hope.

A young man wearing sunglasses carries a large backpack while hiking along a rocky trail, flanked by steep hills and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Top of your travel bucket list?

Top of the list at the moment is travelling to northern Mongolia to spend time with the nomadic Tsaatan reindeer herders.

A person wearing sunglasses stands on a rocky coastline, gazing out at a vast blue lake surrounded by mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

Who is your ultimate travel partner?

Sir David Attenborough

Want to get in touch?


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