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Movers + Shakers: Eclipse Travel elevates Hilary Dubyk as General Manager

Eclipse Travel has promoted Hilary Dubyk to General Manager, steering the tailor-made travel and small-ship expeditions specialists in Antarctica, Arctic, Africa and South and Central America into a new growth chapter.

Eclipse Travel has promoted Hilary Dubyk to General Manager, steering the tailor-made travel and small-ship expeditions specialists in Antarctica, Arctic, Africa and South and Central America into a new growth chapter.

Dubyk returned to Eclipse Travel after being a pivotal part of the company’s journey since 2018, including most recently as Sales & Marketing Director, bringing her deep African safari travel expertise and sales leadership to the GM position.

She rejoined Eclipse Travel in 2023 after working as a Membership & Branding Specialist at Tyrell’s Wines, managing tourism experiences, membership events and brand engagement and adding to her knowledge of customer experience and brand strategy.

Eclipse Travel GM Hilary Dubyk on location in Zimbabwe with elephants at waterhole.
Hilary Dubyk on location in Zimbabwe.

Her appointment as General Manager is a natural progression, following her recent success leading Eclipse Travel’s rebrand and website transformation, unveiled in February 2025, and playing a key role in shaping the forward-looking strategy.

Eclipse Travel GM Hilary Dubyk in Antarctica with penguins on beach.
Hilary Dubyk in Antarctica.

Eclipse Travel Co-Founder Matt McMillan said: “Hilary has been an integral part of Eclipse’s growth and we couldn’t be happier to see her step into this role.”

“She brings genuine passion, deep destination knowledge and strong leadership – everything we need as we look to the future.”

The Eclipse Travel team in office.
The Eclipse Travel team, including Dubyk (third from left at back).

Dubyk added: “I’m excited to be stepping into this role at such a pivotal time for Eclipse. With over 15 years’ experience in the travel industry and having contributed to Eclipse’s growth into one of Australia’s leading tailor-made travel specialists, it’s a real privilege to now lead the business.”

“I look forward to building on our momentum and continuing to create unforgettable trips for our clients.”

Find out more at eclipsetravel.com.au