Ron and Nancy Thaxton bring over two decades of trusted leadership and global travel expertise as the founders of Regal Travel By Design (2006–2026). With more than 10,000 bookings worldwide and hands-on experience spanning multiple countries within their first ten years of operation, they have built a reputation for reliability, precision, and unwavering client care.
Throughout their careers, Ron and Nancy have coordinated travel for an extraordinary range of needs, including missions, tours, business travel, family and group travel, adoptions, luxury vacations, large ministry organizations, nonprofits, churches, schools, colleges, and safaris. Their experience also includes managing emergency evacuations and flights from every region of the world, most notably during the global COVID crisis—demonstrating their ability to remain calm, responsive, and effective under the most challenging circumstances.
Regal Travel By Design maintains a strong international footprint, with established offices in Uganda, East Africa, and curated, on-the-ground experiences in volunteerism, education initiatives, safaris, coffee plantations, coffee roasting operations, and coffee cafés. These longstanding relationships allow Ron and Nancy to provide authentic, well-supported travel experiences rooted in local partnerships and trust.
At the heart of Regal Travel By Design is a commitment to relationships. Ron and Nancy are known for their personal investment in every client and organization they serve, offering dependable stateside communication, strategic oversight, and peace of mind for travelers abroad. Their integrity, global reach, and relationship-driven approach make them invaluable partners before, during, and after every journey.