HOTEL BOOKINGS

Book through my association with Fora Travel to benefit from lots of extra VIP booking benefits

For my personal travels, I’ve been using Fora Travel for some time now, and I’ve really enjoyed getting lots of extra benefits from the association with various partner programmes. There is quite an extensive list of programmes, but initially I’m going to focus on these top partner programmes, hotel groups, and global networks:

• Four Seasons Preferred Partner

• Virtuoso

• Belmond Bellini Club

• Rosewood Elite

• Marriott STARS and Luminous

• Hyatt Privé

• Six Senses

You will see that this is a combination of hotel groups (like Four Seasons, Belmond, and Rosewood) which all have their own individual programmes and these are all bookable with me. Follow through on the links below for direct booking and you will see all of the various rates that can apply at each of the hotel locations. When a group doesn’t have their own programme, like Six Senses, you can still benefit from lots of benefits by booking through my association with Fora Travel. I’ll be adding more programmes and associations here over time, like Leading Hotels of the World (as an example) where bookings are also available with our IATA number.

Who are Fora Travel?

Fora Travel is a high-end travel service that offers personalized trip planning and concierge services for discerning travelers. By combining expert travel advisors with sophisticated technology, Fora provides tailored recommendations, exclusive access, and seamless booking experiences. Their approach includes leveraging insider knowledge and extensive networks to create unique, customized travel experiences, ensuring every detail of a trip is meticulously handled, from luxury accommodations to curated activities. Whether for business or leisure, Fora aims to elevate the travel experience with exceptional service and attention to detail. More luxury partners coming soon to The Private Traveller, like:

• SLH withIN (Small Luxury Hotels)

• Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum

• Rocco Forte Knights

• IHG Hotels & Resorts

• LHW (Leading Hotels of the World)

What is IATA?

IATA travel agents are accredited by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), granting them the authority to sell international and domestic airline tickets on behalf of member airlines. This accreditation is a mark of professionalism and reliability, as it ensures that the travel agents meet the high standards set by IATA in terms of financial stability, ethical business practices, and industry expertise. Additionally, IATA accreditation enhances the credibility and global reach of travel agents, enabling them to offer a wide range of travel services, including flights, hotels, car rentals, and travel insurance, all with the assurance of industry-recognized standards. This designation is crucial for travel agents aiming to provide comprehensive, reliable, and efficient travel solutions to their clients.

Why book with The Private Traveller?

The key thing is that you will great advice about where is best to stay, get the assurance of being backed by a travel agency a huge advisor network for help and advice, and the best bit is that you will get a whole array of VIP booking benefits which usually include:

• Complimentary daily breakfast for two

• A one-category upgrade on rooms and suites (subject to availability at check-in)

• Early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability)

• Hotel or resort credits (often $100) to be used on food, drinks, or spa treatments

• Discounts off spa treatments or activities (e.g. The Savoy London 20% beauty & spa)

These benefits can really be meaningful, having your breakfast included on a daily basis, and sometimes an upgrade on your room and suite can be transformational. Getting money towards other meals or spa treatments is always a nice add-on too, and if you’re arriving at a hotel before the usual check-in time of 3pm, getting access to your room or suite early can be a great extra. Similarly, if you have a late flight, and don’t need to leave until after the usual check-out time of 11am, keeping your room or suite until later in the day can make for a much more relaxing end to your vacation.