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Virtuoso
Definition
Virtuoso: Virtuoso is an invitation-only network of luxury travel agencies whose clients typically receive added amenities, such as breakfast and upgrades when available, at partner hotels.
Virtuoso connects member travel agencies with preferred hotels, cruise lines, and tour operators worldwide. When you book a participating hotel through a Virtuoso-affiliated advisor, you typically receive extras such as daily breakfast for two, a property credit or amenity, a room upgrade and early check-in or late check-out when available, and Wi-Fi. Exact benefits vary by property.
Because Virtuoso is a network rather than a booking site, the benefits come only through an affiliated advisor. Rates are generally comparable to booking directly, so the amenities add value rather than cost, and the advisor’s relationships can help with special requests.
Empyrean is affiliated with Andavo Travel, a Virtuoso member agency, so Empyrean clients receive Virtuoso benefits at participating properties. Learn more in what is Virtuoso.
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- AboutAbout Gigi Becker & Empyrean TravelMeet Gigi Becker, owner of Empyrean Travel: corporate and leisure travel since 1984, based in Los Angeles. Tahiti expert, Africa specialist, Virtuoso affiliate.
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