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Founder Biography
Meet Raymond Giles, luxury travel advisor and founder of Regal Luxury Travel with Raymond, and an advisor for LuxRally Travel, a Forbes Travel Guide endorsed travel agency. Learn about his background, global experience, military service, and the philosophy that drives every client relationship.
Meet Raymond Giles
Raymond Giles is the founder of Regal Luxury Travel with Raymond, a veteran-owned luxury travel concierge specializing in personalized vacations, executive travel, destination weddings, luxury cruises, and custom international itineraries.
Having traveled extensively across five continents and more than 38 countries, Raymond combines firsthand global experience with trusted industry relationships as a luxury travel advisor to create journeys that are seamless, personalized, and unforgettable. His philosophy is simple: luxury is not defined by price, but by thoughtful planning, exceptional service, and unwavering advocacy.
Professional Background
Military Service
- United States Navy
- Nuclear trained Machinist’s Mate
- Silent Service (Submarine Force)
- Served 1999-2006
Corporate Leadership
- Global Quality Assurance
- International auditing
- Proposal management
- Executive stakeholder engagement
- Veteran employee leadership
Global Perspective
Living and working overseas fundamentally changed Raymond’s approach to travel. Time spent in Finland and Saudi Arabia, combined with extensive international travel, provided firsthand insight into cultures, customs, and destinations that cannot be learned from brochures or websites.
Today, that experience helps clients travel with greater confidence while discovering destinations in authentic and meaningful ways.
Countries Visited
38+
Continents
5
UNESCO Sites
56+
International Living
Finland & Saudi Arabia
Leadership and Entrepreneurship
In 2024, Raymond became a luxury travel advisor, and founded Regal Luxury Travel with Raymond to combine decades of international business experience with a passion for helping others experience the world. Drawing on his background in project management, quality assurance, and executive stakeholder engagement, he built a concierge travel company focused on personalized service, thoughtful planning, and long-term client relationships.
Professional Recognition & Leadership
Raymond’s career reflects a commitment to leadership, service, and lifelong learning. His experience spans military service, international corporate leadership, entrepreneurship, publishing, and public speaking, providing a unique perspective on travel, business, and client advocacy.
Award Winning Author
Author of The Truth About Luxury Travel and contributing author to multiple collaborative publications focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth.
Speaker
Presenter at industry events and community organizations, sharing insights on luxury travel, destination weddings, executive travel, and the value of personalized travel planning.
Military Veteran
Honorably served in the United States Navy’s Silent Service as a nuclear-trained Machinist’s Mate, developing the discipline, attention to detail, and leadership that continue to define his professional approach.
Global Experience
Lived and worked internationally while traveling extensively across five continents, gaining firsthand knowledge of destinations, cultures, and luxury hospitality around the world.
True luxury is the confidence that every detail has been thoughtfully planned, allowing clients to focus entirely on the experience.
Personal Philosophy
“Growing up, my father often talked about the places he wanted to visit. He would always say, ‘Maybe next time.’ Unfortunately, next time never came. Watching those opportunities disappear taught me that meaningful experiences should never be postponed.”
That lesson became the foundation of Raymond’s philosophy, both personally and professionally. Every itinerary represents more than a vacation. It is an opportunity to celebrate milestones, strengthen relationships, experience new cultures, and create memories that last a lifetime.
Whether planning a honeymoon, family vacation, executive retreat, or once-in-a-lifetime journey, Raymond believes travel should be intentional, seamless, and worthy of the time people have been given.
“We only get one ride on this roller coaster. Don’t miss your next time.”
Interested in Interviewing Raymond?
For media interviews, podcast appearances, speaking engagements, or expert commentary on luxury travel, executive travel, destination weddings, and the travel industry, Raymond welcomes opportunities to share his experience and perspective.
last updated: July 2026