FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • A travel advisor is a professional who assists individuals and groups in planning and booking their travel arrangements. They use their expertise to understand clients' needs, preferences, and budgets, creating customized itineraries. Travel advisors provide recommendations, advice, and access to exclusive deals to ensure a memorable travel experience.

  • By using UNIQTRIPS, you gain access to personalized travel plans tailored to your interests, preferences, and budget. Our first-hand knowledge of unique destinations, accommodations, and activities allows us to create a trip perfectly suited to your needs. We prioritize your time, making the most of your travel experience by providing recommendations and insider access. Additionally, we have a network of industry connections worldwide, enabling us to arrange private tours, exclusive experiences, and top-tier accommodations for an unparalleled travel experience.

  • For basic hotel bookings with added perks, there is no fee. However, for customized itineraries, we charge fees to cover the time spent crafting the perfect trip for you. You can find detailed information about our fees on our Services page. Additionally, working with hotel concierges is available at no additional cost.

  • Travel advisors charge a planning fee to compensate for their expertise, personalized service, time, research, added value, and client advocacy. They invest time and effort in staying knowledgeable, providing customized recommendations, and researching the best options for your trip. The planning fee reflects the value of their expertise, the time they dedicate to planning your trip, and the added benefits they can secure for you. 

  • While you can book online yourself, using a preferred partner travel advisor like UNIQTRIPS enhances the value of your trip. We offer industry knowledge, personalized planning, and participation in leading luxury networks and hotel brand preferred partner programs. Booking directly with us ensures you receive the best rooms within your selected category, early check-in, late checkout, and added perks that make your trip exceptional. Typically online travel sites may appear to offer discounted rates, however using a Travel advisor provides better value for your money and has the expertise to help you make informed choices and avoid hidden fees or unforeseen expenses.

  • 2023 has seen a significant increase in travel demand as travelers rescheduled trips postponed from 2020-2022. This, combined with factors like inflation, rising labor costs, and high fuel prices, has driven travel prices higher than previous years. Booking outside of peak summer and holiday periods, as well as exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations, can help manage costs while still enjoying incredible travel experiences.

  • Hotels and travel suppliers pay advisors a commission on bookings, ensuring that the price you pay is the same as booking directly with the hotel. This commission-based model allows us to offer our services at no additional cost to you.

  • No, the price is the same. Hotels are required to honor price parity, meaning the rate you pay when booking with us is the same as the hotel's Best Available Rate (BAR) on their website. In fact, booking through us often provides additional perks such as free breakfast, resort credits, and priority for upgrades, enhancing your overall experience.

  • While our primary focus is on collaborating with four and five-star properties, we also consider three-star hotels that meet our stringent quality standards. We are committed to providing exceptional service, comfort, and an outstanding overall experience, regardless of the star rating. However, our exclusive partnerships with four and five-star properties ensure consistently fantastic travel experiences for our clients. These properties have the resources to invest in exceptional service standards, housekeeping, staff training, and other elements that contribute to an exceptional hotel stay. When working with these properties, we can confidently recommend accommodations that offer exceptional comfort, amenities, and service. Our ultimate goal is to surpass your expectations and create enduring memories of an exceptional travel experience.

  • Hotels prefer direct bookings as they earn more revenue compared to bookings through third-party online travel agencies (OTAs) like Expedia or Booking.com. When hotels receive bookings from preferred partner travel advisors like us, they are eager to offer perks as it still costs them less than an OTA booking. Hotels value travel advisor bookings because clients are typically happier with their accommodations, thanks to the personalized selection process.

  • Absolutely! Please send us your confirmations, and we will review what can be done. In some cases, we may be able to add perks retroactively or explore options for canceling and rebooking.