Group Travel unltd: Group Travel & Group Tour Planning
Featured is a photo of a group of South African elephants "on the move" ... sure looks like "Group Travel" to me ... by Katie Gander of Lancing, West Sussex, UK.
Showcasing the Group Travel specialty ... Group Tour Planning for different types of "group events" ... destination weddings; family reunions; business conventions and conferences & trade shows; students traveling abroad as a group; "disaster volunteers" traveling to the same destination; etc. Sometimes group members travel en masse; other times they travel alone to the chosen venue. The keys to successful group travel planning are to 1) secure the venue that best meets the needs of the group as a whole as well as those of its individual members and 2) secure the best group rate(s) for all the component parts of the travel package. The size of a given group has a lot to do with the customization and/or degree of success that can be achieved with regards to those two elements.
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Below you'll find Merchants and Products which speak to the topic of this site and which, in keeping with our mission as The Web's Concierge, have been carefully chosen and individually screened for your shopping ease and pleasure. They are not paid ads, but rather companies with whom we have selectively chosen to partner. We do earn a referral fee if you find something you like or need and purchase it. We have striven to bring you the "best in breed" companies ... those that: we like, our friends like, have great sites and service, have good online reviews, positive consumer reports, and are family friendly. Keep us posted with regards to your own personal experiences with them.
You may be surprised at companies that have not been included. The "noisiest" in the marketplace are not always the best. We have chosen 1) newer innovative companies that are performing well and garnering respect in their respective niches as well as 2) "Main Street" companies that have been reliably getting the job done for decades ... in some cases centuries. Our oldest partner, thus far, has been in business since 1819! That's staying power.
Rest assured, if we've included a certain vendor in a site's line-up, there's a very specific reason for it. You may have to hunt and poke a bit, but it'll be well worth the effort. Enjoy the adventure!
Merchants
The Leader of the Pack
HotelPlanner: A hotel deals booking service specializing in negotiated group hotel rates, extended stays, and corporate meeting planning for reservations at hotels. Great for weddings, reunions, team travel, religious, business, and special-interest conferences, escorted tour groups, etc. They do it well.
Customer Favorites:
Amazon: One of the planet's most mind-boggling arrays of goods. First came the books. Now they've added every other product on the planet. The ultimate in selection and convenience across multiple categories.
BlueBay Resorts: "Leisure" Resort Hotels located in Spain and throughout the Caribbean ... 20 hotels - 14 destinations ... some adult only, so great for a romantic holiday.
Contiki: One very special niche ... a tour operator for the 18-35 year olds that want to see the world and experience different cultures, but who want to travel safely (especially if traveling solo) and make sure they "see the sights". Average age is about 25. Make new friends, travel, and do a bit of partying while you're at it.
CruiseDirect: One of the "top 10" online cruise booking sites ... you'll find cruise deals and discount packages, cruise vacation packages, and international cruise destinations. Associated with all major cruise lines ... offers multiple ports of origin ... over 10,000 cruises available.
Crystal Ski: The specialists when it comes to planning ski and snowsports vacations ... they've been at it over 30 years. They even aim to serve those who want a "green" resort experience.
Expedia: One of the leading "online travel agencies" providing independent travel booking for flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and vacation packages ... a 2019 best in show for car rentals.
GroundLink: If you're looking for ground transportation of any type ... a good place to check ... they provide solutions to a broad range of ground travel services, including limousines, taxis, vans, shuttles, buses, car rentals, and ride sharing ... under one e-commerce platform with instant pricing and availability. A comprehensive ground transportation one-stop shop! Across the U.S. and 110 countries.
Hotels.com: Offering more than 140,000 properties in 60 countries - from hotels and B&B's to condos and all-inclusive resorts ... they also specialize in providing travelers with accommodations during sold-out periods. We absolutely love these guys.
Intrepid Travel: A small group tour company with an ethos and modus operandi that might not work for all, but certainly does for some. Intrepid specializes in "soft" adventure" travel (which might be a relative term for some folks) and small groups (as few as four and usually not more than 12). It is no frills ... local food, local transport, and modest accommodations ... grassroots travel I guess one would call it. Just without all the pre-planning hassles. They've been doing it since 1989 and have 800 different tour variations. Some folks love 'em (including some of the National Geo folks), some not so much. You just need to know what you're looking for out of your travel experience.
One Travel: Offering air, hotel, car, cruise, and travel package deal booking ... considered one of "the top 10" best online travel sites (ranking pretty high on that list ... ahead of others you might hear more about) ... they do have an easy to use site which has lots of info on it which you should read (esp the FAQs) ... also providing good customer support.
Preferred Hotel Group: Offering access to a collection of luxury hotels and resorts ... over 800 properties in 70 countries worldwide ... since 1968. You'll find unique travel opportunities ranging from luxurious game preserves to 5 star city-center hotels to tree-house style jungle retreats. The properties are all independently owned. Several of them have been included in the Forbes Travel Guide of 4-star and 5-star lists.
Priceline: The travel "price comparison and let's make a deal site" ... you'll find travel discounts on hotels, airline tickets, car rentals, vacation packages, cruises. and more ... offering regular promotional discounts.
Radisson: A hotel and hospitality brand that is definitely making its presence known worldwide ... especially in the business and group travel and conference niche.
Thomson Lakes & Mountains: Their specialty is planning your European summer holiday! You'll enjoy beautiful open spaces ... either at the coast or in the mountains, eat in authentic local restaurants and get a taste of real European culture.
