Why booking direct isn’t the best way to secure a great hotel deal.
There is a secret that not many people know about, and I’m giving YOU the heads up. If you have ever booked a 5*hotel direct, or via an online travel site, you’re missing out …. Big time!
Did you know that there are some select travel agents who have exclusive partnerships with more than 2500+ hotels worldwide, and that these partnerships mean that those clients receive VIP inclusions that can’t be accessed by booking yourself?
Did you know that I AM ONE OF THOSE SELECTED AGENTS!
I have seen so many of my wonderful clients and friends, checking into hotels where I have a preferred partnership, but they didn’t book it via me (insert sad face here).
It’s ok. I get it. You don’t always think to use a travel agent to book a couple of nights in the city or to plan that short regional escape, but here are at least 8 reasons why you should!
You will get:
-VIP client status, which puts you at the top of the hotels VIP list.
-Room Upgrade (either at time of booking or time of check-in, depending on the hotel)
-Breakfast daily.
-Hotel or Food and Beverage Credits of $100USD per room.
-Early Check-in / Late Checkout (sometimes guaranteed).
-Signature experiences (At selected properties).
-Welcome amenity (Like something bubbly to get the stay off to the best kind of start!).
-Warm and fuzzy vibes knowing that you’re supporting a local business!
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Some benefits are exclusive to certain hotels, but for all of the below hotels I have some VIP inclusions available, so it doesn’t hurt to find out.
No booking is too big or small. These amenities are valid for stays of just ONE night, and the room rates are EXACTLY THE SAME as what you would pay online.
Why wouldn’t want to get these bonus amenities for FREE?
So, where can you go?
With COVID still wreaking havoc on our ability to roam and explore the world, the good news is that Australia has picked up a huge number of preferred partner hotels.
From the ultimate city staycation, to that island paradise or outback retreat, there are a huge range of hotel partners that I can work with, where you will get all of these benefits and more.
Check out the list below and the next time you think to book a luxury stay for a special occasion, or you know, just because, think of me and let me show you the value of using a good agent.
Let me make an ordinary experience for anyone else, extraordinary for you!
NSW
* Marramarra Lodge (Hawkesberry River)
* Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley (Blue Mountains)
* Halcyon House, Cabarita (Northern NSW)
* The Langham, Sydney
* InterContinental Sydney
* Shangri-La Sydney
* Park Hyatt Sydney
* Pier One Sydney Harbour
* Gaia Retreat & Spa
* Crown Towers Sydney
* InterContinental Sydney Double Bay
* Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
* Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
* The Frames, Murray River Region
* The Louise, Barossa Valley
* Mount Lofty House + Sequoia Lodge, Adelaide Hills
* Mayfair Hotel, Adelaide
Queensland
*Lizard Island, Tropical North Queensland
*Qualia, Hamilton Island
*Intercontinental Hayman Island, Whitsundays
*Elysian Retreat, Whitsundays
*Emporium Hotel, South Bank, Brisbane
*Shangri-La Cairns
*Intercontinental Sanctuary Cove
*Hotel X, Fortitude Valley (Brisbane)
*JW Marriott Surfers Paradise
Western Australia
*COMO The Treasury, Perth
*The Ritz-Carlton, Perth
*Crown Towers Perth
*Intercontinental Perth
Victoria
*Jackalope Hotel, Mornington Peninsula
*United Places, Melbourne
*W Melbourne
*Park Hyatt Melbourne
*Crown Towers Melbourne
*Intercontinental Melbourne
*Lyall Hotel & Spa, Melbourne
*Grand Hyatt Melbourne
Northern Territory
*Longitude 131
*Bullo River Station
ACT
*Hyatt Hotel Canberra
Tasmania
*Islington Hotel, Hobart
In addition to these hotels I have a range of contacts that specialise in luxury homes, private retreats, tiny homes and more!
So for anything TRAVEL always think to reach out to me, as I can almost always add value to your experience and ensure that your holiday is truly a memorable experience, for all the right reasons.
Kate x
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