Geoffrey Ravoire
Born in France and raised in the Alps, Geoffrey developed a passion for travel at an early age. He earned his Master’s degree in Business and Hospitality Management in Reims, the capital of Champagne, before embarking on a dynamic international career. With a deep-rooted love for exploration, he has visited over 55 countries and lived and worked in France, New York City, Taipei, Shanghai, Monaco, and now Chicago.
Geoffrey’s background in luxury hospitality and marketing has allowed him to cultivate a vast network of industry relationships. From an early marketing role with a prestigious hotel group in Monaco to contributing to the expansion of the yachting market in China, he has spent his career immersed in the world of bespoke travel and exclusive experiences.
At Huffman Travel, Geoffrey brings his expertise in luxury travel marketing, his deep understanding of world-class hospitality, and his extensive knowledge of yachting culture—all paired with an insatiable curiosity for discovering extraordinary itineraries. Whether crafting exclusive yacht charters, private island retreats, or bespoke European getaways, he ensures each journey is seamless and unforgettable.
When he’s not researching unique destinations and experiences, Geoffrey continues to travel as often as possible. He also enjoys hiking in the California desert and practicing yoga. Geoffrey is also the co-founder of AVANCE Collective, a nonprofit fundraising within the travel industry.
Favorite Hotels & Resorts:
One&Only Nyungwe House (Rwanda), Bisate Reserve (Rwanda), The Siam (Bangkok), Deplar Farm, Twin Farms, Belmond La Samanna, Le Bristol Paris, Capella Shanghai, Capofaro (Aeolian Islands), Four Seasons Megève, Silo Hotel (Cape Town).
Recently Visited:
Barcelona, Orient Express Italy, Lake Como, Rwanda, Cabo, Maui, Palm Beach, Telluride,Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Colombia onboard Explora Journeys, Dubai, Jumby Bay Island, Cabo, Japan, Portugal & Madrid, Sensei Porcupine Creek, London, Florence, Big Sky,The Ranch Italy,Croatia,Santa Fe, NM,French Riviera,Ecuador & The Galapagos, Aeolian Islands & Sicily, St Barths, Kenya,Uruguay, Buenos Aires, French Alps, The Brando, Capri, Thailand, Norway, Iceland, Oman, UAE, The Exumas, South Africa, Hawaii, Peru.
Best Adventures:
Mountain Gorillas trekking in Rwanda. Swimming with pigs, sharks, and rays in the Exumas. Lunch under the sun on a secluded island of Lake Titicaca. Doing yoga on the beach in Koh Samui. Sunrise breakfast in the wilderness of a South African game reserve. Smelling damask roses in the mountains of Oman. Uncovering surprising architectural treasures of old Detroit.
Bucket List:
Horse trekking the Great Steppe in Mongolia. Cruising remote islands of Indonesia on a small vessel. Amazon River cruise.
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Discover what it means for Shawna Owen, CEO of Huffman Travel, to be named to Travel + Leisure’s 2026 A-List and how this prestigious recognition benefits luxury travel clients worldwide.
Winter, with its crisp air and sparkling landscapes, is a season brimming with enchantment. While it’s often viewed as a time to hunker down indoors, embracing the cold can uncover some of the most extraordinary experiences the world has to offer. From thrilling outdoor adventures to heartwarming traditions, winter invites us to celebrate its magic in ways that transform the season into one of wonder and discovery.
What captivates us most about Greece is its incredible diversity—a kaleidoscope of experiences that beckons every traveler. As you wander through this enchanting land, encounter a rich tapestry of history, steeped in captivating myths, legendary heroes, and iconic ruins that narrate the story of a civilization that shaped the world.
With visa restrictions lifted until April 2025 and the city preparing to host the G20 (November 18 and 19, 2024), the time for Rio (and Brazil) is now! Easily accessible via Houston, Dallas, and Miami, here's how to spend a long weekend in Rio, or add it to your next South American adventure.
Huffman Travel Advisor Geoffrey Ravoire provides insider tips on traveling during the off-season.
Geoffrey Ravoire of Huffman Travel was invited behind the security gate at Cape Canaveral, privy to an exclusive behind-the-scenes astronaut orientation. This rare opportunity granted our team an immersive glimpse into the realm of commercial human spaceflight. Should you be curious about space, please know we can guide you toward which program is best for you and how to approach it.
We are excited to share our list of favorite destinations for 2024! Bookmark this article for quick reference when gathering with loved ones over the holidays, and plan the trip of a lifetime for next year! Below, please enjoy our list categorized by our recommended season to travel. Your Huffman Travel Advisors are here to assist you in coordinating a magnificent and memorable trip.
Thinking about traveling around Asia? This stunning part of the world is a vast region where you can enjoy a relaxing vacation and experience things unique to the region. Whether you're looking for dreamlike tropical paradises, fascinating and immersive culture, gorgeous ultramodern cities, lands steeped in ancient tradition, incredible cuisine, or masterful works of art, Asia has it all!
Travel and Marketing Director, Geoffrey Ravoire, recently came back from his first trip to Big Sky, MT. What was meant to be “just” a ski trip ended up being a vision of what sustainable planning and thoughtful travel can mean to an ecosystem, and to the local community.
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Private aviation specialist Jet Linx asked our Geoffrey Ravoire about sustainable luxury travel.
New luxury cruise line Explora Journeys combines centuries-old seafaring experience with superior European refinement to introduce a bold new vision for luxury ocean travel.
Of course, we will always love Santorini, Anguilla, Capri, etc. But there are far more places we want you to discover before they change too much. Islands that have been kept secrets for years, only frequented by locals and adventurous travelers. From France to the Caribbean, and from the South Pacific to the Arctic Circle, discover unbelievably real destinations, waiting for you.
As we enter the Holiday Season, our hearts are warm with thankful feelings. Thankful for exploring the world once again. Thankful for a strong year working alongside the best clients, best team, and best partners in the world. Thankful for being together again!
We’ve assembled this list of some of our favorite experiences to inspire you to dream further, and soon dream of a world without borders.
Our fabulously experienced team of Travel Advisors are passionate about helping you give your loved ones the greatest gift…the gift of travel. Let us help you look like a star this Holiday!
When a client reaches out to us to ask for ultimate privacy, the most attentive service, and to experience unique moments with their entourage, we suggest chartering a yacht – if the destination allows, of course.
We put together a list of our team’s favorites yacht charter destinations in the world, and when we suggest you go.
The moment we’ve long awaited is here: Fully vaccinated US travelers can finally cross the Canada border again. Let’s take a look at some of our favorite places to explore once again in Canada.
21 Adventures of a Lifetime
True, our vision of France always includes Paris, the Riviera, Normandy, and macarons, but that’s not all there is! Be it for your first trip or tenth trip to France, we always love to suggest off-the-beaten-path areas that will make you fall for France even stronger.
Below are some of these unique destinations we hope you’ll discover with us.
Despite a global pandemic, investors, decorators, and visionary hoteliers have been busy preparing for a new wave of authentic, luxury hotels throughout Italy. Here are some of our favorite properties we can’t wait for you to discover.
21 Experiences of a Lifetime
Over the past few weeks, we have started receiving a high number of travel requests, and it seems to be continuing (thank you!). We are confident this is just the beginning. Once vaccines become more available, everyone will start making summer plans. By that time it may be too late.
The time to book summer travel is now, and we’d like to help you keep ahead of the pack.
Last October, when Alison Corazzini realized that she and her 14-year-old son, Jack, could take their work and homeschool routines on the road, they went for it. The human resources executive called up her Virtuoso travel advisor, Geoffrey Ravoire, to help map out a ten-state, 2,964-mile adventure from their home in Richmond, Virginia.
Being a family business allows us to lead with values dear to us and to keep them alive even when times are tough. In a year that was challenging for our industry, to say the least, we took pride in keeping our commitment to “doing the right thing” and hope to have contributed to making tourism smarter and more sustainable.
As excited as everyone is to close the 2020 chapter, it’s important to remember that this year gave us some unique opportunities to travel to new places and take advantage of fantastic rates, empty flights, and last-minute availability. This summer has been very successful with domestic trips and as the year comes to a close, we can slowly (and thoughtfully) travel abroad again and celebrate quality time with loved ones.
Did you know Uruguay is just across the water from Buenos Aires? I keep on going back to Buenos Aires and fall in love with Argentina a little more each time. But Buenos Aires is not the star of this piece, Uruguay is!
Uruguay may be the second smallest country in South America, but it is one of its true gems. Very safe, economically stable, and relatively under the radar compared to neighbors Argentina and Brazil, Uruguay is rapidly becoming a favorite among the well-traveled.
We’ve always loved the privacy, safety, and charm of a private island. Be it in the Caribbean or the middle of the Indian Ocean, we share with you some of our favorite retreats and resorts located on their own private island. Exclusive remoteness may be more accessible than you think.
These socially-distant destinations are ideal to combine with your next safari. and offer a vast array of experiences: From wine tasting to scuba diving and shopping to golfing. Which one will you pick?
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Discover how one couple turned their South Africa destination wedding into an unforgettable adventure. From winery tours to safari memories, explore what made it magical and get practical tips for planning your own.