Trip planning
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points & miles consultations
Brie out of office is an affiliate of Fora, a modern travel agency built by travelers for travelers, and a proud member of Virtuoso, an elite, invitation-only consortium of the top 1% of worldwide travel providers.
As a preferred partner to thousands of global luxury hotels, boutique hotels and villas, reputable and award-winning tour guides, private transportation and more, we make sure that each client’s experience is unforgettable. These partnerships allow us to provide VIP service, with amenities such as upgrades, hotel/resort credits, and other services that are not otherwise available, at no added cost to you.
For more info, please view the faq below
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You know where you’re going and where you want to stay. Or maybe you need hotel, villa or recommendations for other accommodations. Book through me and I will manage the booking and get you added perks when booking through one of our preferred partners! All at no extra cost! Some perks are subject to availability and include:
hotels & villas
fee: complimentary
- free daily breakfast for 2
- $50-$200 property credit
- room upgrades
- Early check-in / late check-out
- Expert destination guidance and recommendations
- Custom day-by-day itinerary that is completely bespoke and curated to your needs and travel style including tours, activities, sight-seeing recommendations, etc.
- Expert points & miles guidance and assistance with hotel bookings
- 1 draft and up to 3 proposal edits depending on length of trip
- Management and confirmation of all reservations
- Personalized digital itinerary upon finalization
- Optional pre-departure call
- WhatsApp emergency communication during your trip
- $10 off Award Search Service
- Flight bookings and management (See FAQ for more info)
Trip planning
Fee: $300 per week of travel
Whether you have a specific cruise in mind or don't know where to start, working with Brie will ensure your booking is created and managed by an expert! We partner with over 25 cruise partners and all of the industry's best in both ocean cruises and river cruises.
Cruises
fee: complimentary
- Personal credit card strategy (for both beginners or current card holders)
- Business card strategy
- Beginner basics: how to earn and redeem points
- How to search for award space (flights & hotels)
points & miles
consultations
fee: $75
There is a $35 non-refundable search fee that is credited toward the $60 total which covers the time and effort required to conduct the award search which is labor intensive. If we do not find flights based on your search requirements, you don’t owe anything more. If we do, and once you select a flight based on the options presented, you will receive detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to book.
Award search service
Fee: Starts at $60 per traveler per trip (includes a $30 non-refundable search fee that is credited back toward the $60 fee)
You’ll save time, money and energy all while receiving exclusive perks like room upgrades, free breakfast & resort credits. Plus, I have decades of travel expertise and industry connections to make sure you have an incredible and memorable trip.
FAQ
Why should I use a travel advisor?
If I book my hotel through you, will I still earn hotel loyalty points?
Yes, absolutely! If you know me, then you know I love my points and miles! Booking through a travel advisor like me is a direct hotel booking. It is not the same as booking via an OTA like Expedia or others where you don't earn points and elite qualifying nights toward status. You will also earn the benefits of your elite status (if you have any) in addition to my VIP perks.
I already booked a hotel but can I still get your perks added to my reservations?
Can you book my flights?
Why don’t you charge for hotel or cruise bookings?
In my professional opinion, airfare should always be booked directly with the airlines to minimize the impact to you in the event of delays and cancellations. These can be stressful situations and the best way to deal with them is directly with the airline. Booking via an OTA (like Expedia or a travel advisor) means there is a third party standing between you and the airline which can delay a quick resolution in your favor. That said, if you are paying out of pocket for flights, I will happily assist you with finding routes that work best for you and guide you on how to book it at no extra cost. For award searches using points and miles, please inquire for that service here.
Standard hotel bookings don't cost you anything as I make a small commission from the hotel or cruise line itself. You pay the same rates as you would typically see online.
Absolutely! I can assist with the planning, itineraries, room blocks, transportation, activities and more. Please reach out here.
Possibly! It will depend on the hotel and whether they will allow me to take over your booking as your travel advisor. Send me an email with the confirmation number and reservation details and I will look into it!
Can you help plan destination weddings, group trips, bachelor(ette) parties, etc.?
Why Should I use a travel advisor?
if i book my hotel through you, will i still earn hotel loyalty points?
FAQ
You will save time, money and energy all while receiving exclusive VIP perks like room upgrades, free breakfast and resort/hotel credits. My decades of travel experience and expertise coupled with industry connections to ensure you have an incredible and memorable trip.
Yes, absolutely! If you know me, then you know I love my points and miles! Booking with me is a direct hotel booking. It is different than booking via an OTA like Expedia where you don't earn points and elite qualifying nights toward status. You will also earn the benefits of your elite status if you have any in addition to my VIP hotel perks.
In my professional opinion, airfare should always be booked directly with the airlines to minimize the impact to you in the event of delays and cancellations. These can be stressful situations and the best way to deal with them is directly with the airline. Booking via an OTA or travel advisor means there is a third party booking standing between you and the airline which can delay a quick and easy resolution in your favor. That siad, if you are paying out of pocket for flights, I will happily assist you with finding options that work best for you and guide you in the booking process at no extra cost. For award searches using points and miles, please inquire about pricing for that service here.
Standard hotel bookings don't cost you anything as I make a small commission from the hotel or cruise line itself. You pay the same rates as you would typically see online.
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can you book my flights?
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