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Your Bucket List, Crafted by Us

Dream trips designed for you

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Who We Are

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A background in Folklore & Mythology brings a deeper lens on culture and story.

Founded by a Harvard alum

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Access to private conservancies, exclusive camps and unique experiences.

Elite partner of &Beyond

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Global network of local experts

Every destination is supported by vetted partners on the ground, people who know the places.

Travel, thoughtfully designed around you.

Journeys that are personal, seamless & deeply considered.

Bucket List Journeys

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    AFRICAN SAFARIS

    Private safaris across East and Southern Africa, thoughtfully designed with trusted local partners.

  • Machu Picchu, ancient Incan city with stone terraces and buildings set against lush green mountains under cloudy sky, with tourists exploring.

    MACHU PICCHU & PERU

    Peru unfolds through well paced journeys shaped by culture and landscape, with access to intimate Sacred Valley experiences.

  • Traditional Kyoto temple surrounded by seasonal foliage in Japan.

    JAPAN HERITAGE

    A refined journey through Japan’s traditions, cities, and seasonal beauty, with access to artisans, chefs, and exclusive experiences.

  • Antarctica expedition ship navigating glaciers along the Antarctic Peninsula.

    ANTARCTICA EXPEDITIONS

    Expedition voyages offering rare access to one of the world’s most remote environments.

  • Mediterranean coastline along the Amalfi Coast during summer.

    EUROPEAN SUMMER

    Summer journeys through Europe’s coastlines, countryside, and cultural capitals, tailored to your style of travel.

  • Aerial view of a lush island resort surrounded by turquoise ocean waters with white sandy beaches and coral reefs, under a partly cloudy sky.

    PRIVATE ISLANDS

    Quiet island escapes across the Caribbean, Maldives, Seychelles, and beyond, selected for privacy, beauty, and ease.

Begin Your Journey

How Your Journey Takes Shape

  • Every journey begins with how you like to travel, your pace, your interests, and what matters most to you. We start with a detailed initial conversation, with no commitment required.

  • From destinations to daily flow, each itinerary is carefully shaped to balance discovery, access, and ease, with thoughtful recommendations tailored to you.

  • With trusted partners on the ground and every detail thoughtfully arranged, your trip unfolds effortlessly from start to finish.

  • You’ll have direct access throughout your trip. If anything needs to be adjusted along the way, it’s handled quickly and seamlessly.

Our Services

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Honeymoons

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Private Guides

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Multi-Generational Journeys

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Corporate Retreats & Offsites

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Wellness & Reset Escapes

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Ocean & Expedition Cruises

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Flights & Private Aviation

Chauffeured Services

Experiences clients still talk about

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    Louis stays engaged from beginning to end, which provides a great sense of comfort throughout the experience.

    -Matt C, travel to Italy

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    “My trip to Costa Rica was extraordinary and far beyond anything I could have dreamed. Every detail was flawlessly planned."

    -Mike T, travel to Costa Rica

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    “Louis’s communication was flawless. He checked in often, answered questions quickly, and made sure we felt supported."

    -Severn T, travel to Portugal

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    “The options Louis put together fit what I was looking for perfectly, and he arranged wonderful perks at the hotel."

    -Alhena K, travel to New York City

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    The planning process was smooth and stress-free, and having Louis' expertise made the whole experience feel effortless. He covered every detail, we were truly impressed with his high level of service. I would gladly work with Groove Jet again and enthusiastically recommend them to anyone planning a memorable trip!

    -Colleen V, travel to Palm Beach

Behind Each Journey

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Louis is a New York City-based luxury travel advisor who creates highly personal itineraries that blend style, cultural depth, and ease of travel from private African safaris to bucket-list journeys across Japan, Peru, and beyond.

He studied Folklore and Mythology at Harvard, which shaped the way he thinks about travel through storytelling, rituals, and what stays with you long after you return.

As a Virtuoso member, our team works with a trusted global network of local experts and preferred properties, bringing access and insider knowledge that independent booking can't replicate.

We know the best journeys bring together beauty, discovery, and a sense of belonging. That’s the experience we create for every client.

 FAQs

  • You’ll always pay the same rates you’d find booking directly, often with added benefits and preferred partner amenities included. A planning fee is applied to every trip, reflecting the time, expertise, and care my team and I dedicate to designing your experience, and is always shared upfront.

  • We specialize in designing highly personalized trips across destinations where access, logistics, and local expertise make a meaningful difference, including Japan, Italy, France, Greece, Peru, Africa, and Antarctica. We also work globally through a trusted network of on the ground partners.

  • We focus on well designed, high quality travel experiences. Luxury is about intention, access, and ease. Each trip is tailored to your priorities and how you like to travel.

  • My team and I coordinate flights alongside your itinerary, from complex routing to premium cabin travel, ensuring everything flows seamlessly. You’ll also have access to our 24 hour flight desk. If plans change due to delays or cancellations, we handle it for you, without the need to call the airline or wait in line.

  • We focus on creating trips that feel personal, seamless, and well paced. We approach travel as a designed experience, not just a series of bookings.

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