Question 1

What does a luxury travel advisor actually do?

Accepted Answer

Think of us as your personal travel concierge — we design your entire journey from start to finish: researching destinations, securing the best accommodations, arranging private transfers and excursions, making restaurant reservations, and being available throughout your trip.

Question 2

How is working with The Selfish Luxury Traveler different from booking online myself?

Accepted Answer

When you book online, you get what's available to the public. When you work with us, you get access to Virtuoso-exclusive amenities, preferred rates, room upgrades, complimentary breakfasts, resort credits, and VIP treatment not available on Expedia or Google.

Question 3

Do you charge a planning fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we charge a planning fee that varies based on the complexity of your trip and group size. The exclusive amenities, upgrades, and savings we secure through our Virtuoso and Fora Travel partnerships typically far exceed our fee.

Question 4

How far in advance should I book?

Accepted Answer

For group travel, honeymoon travel, and peak-season trips, we recommend booking 9–12 months in advance. For couples and solo travelers, 4–6 months is generally sufficient.

Question 5

What is the minimum group size for group travel?

Accepted Answer

We typically define a group as 6 or more travelers. However, we are happy to work with smaller groups of 4–5 for certain trip types, particularly milestone celebrations and mother-daughter journeys.

Question 6

Which cruise lines do you work with?

Accepted Answer

We work with Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Oceania Cruises, Regent Seven Seas, Silversea, and more. As a Virtuoso-affiliated advisor, we have access to exclusive onboard credits, cabin upgrades, and amenities not available when booking directly.

Question 7

Do I need travel insurance?

Accepted Answer

We strongly recommend travel insurance for every trip we plan. A good policy protects your investment in case of trip cancellation, medical emergencies abroad, lost luggage, flight delays, and more.

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