Virtuoso is the industry’s leading leisure travel network. This by-invitation-only organization comprises 22,000 elite travel specialists associated with over 1,100 travel agency partners in 50 countries and their combined database of more than a million affluent travelers, as well as over 2,000 of the world’s best travel providers and premier destinations. These independent travel agencies receive sales, marketing and technology support, as well as exclusive services and products as a result of their membership in Virtuoso. The network’s member agencies generate more than $30 billion annually in travel sales, making the group the most powerful in the luxury travel segment. Their relationship with over a thousand of the finest travel companies provides the network’s clientele with exclusive amenities, rare experiences and privileged access.
BECOMING VIRTUOSO
The Virtuoso Hotels & Resorts Program brings together the world’s finest properties and the world’s most knowledgeable travel consultants. Embracing a variety of hospitality providers, each in their own way the “Best of the Best,” the following are prerequisites for participation in the Hotels & Resorts Program:
The above conditions must be met for a property to be considered.
HOTELS AND RESORTS PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
BENEFITS
COST
The cost of participation on average can vary depending on the property size (0-50, 50-100, and over 100 rooms) and destination.
TIMELINE
Applications can be submitted throughout the year.
Hotel Board meets 1-2 months to review applications.
APPLICATION
Participation is by invitation only. If your property is considered a likely candidate, they will forward an application with details about participation. Your completed application will be considered, pending the verification of member agency references and evaluation of your proposed amenity and rate offerings. All applications are reviewed and voted on by a representative committee of travel agency owners.
Virtuoso Flyer Link
RATES VISIBILITY
Kindly ensure to activate the BE Channel to be able to visualise the rate in the Preferred Travel Advisor Portal.
How to Work This Account:
If you are a Virtuoso hotel, please be sure to service Virtuoso agencies via sales visits. For more information, contact your Preferred Hotels & Resorts Leisure Sales representative. You can also visit www.virtuoso.com
Rick Stiffler
Senior Vice President, Global Sales - Leisure
Office: +1 212 541 7226
Kathleen Robb
Vice President, Global Sales North America
Office: +1 312 356 9573
Carolyn Holmes
Vice President Global Sales Asia Pacific
Office: +61 2 82151589
Mobile: +61 413 060533
