SME News Q4 2018

SME NEWS / Q4 2018 39 , Berkeley Travel are at the forefront of creating once-in-a-lifetime experiences that exceed the most discerning of expectations. In October, the firmwere recognised among the winners of SME News magazine’s 2018Winner’s Review label with the title of ‘Best Bespoke Luxury Holiday Travel Agents in London’. Eager to find out more, we looked to profile their unique approach to luxury travel. Leaders in Luxury Travel Today, Berkeley Travel celebrate over twenty-five years of success in curating bespoke five-star holidays for their top- tier clientele. When it comes to the luxury travel industry, only the finest establishments thrive through a dedication to exceeding expectations and realising dreams. In this, Berkeley have become masters at harnessing the impossible and recognising that nothing is beyond their grasp. Their peerless network of global partnerships – including some of the finest resorts and hotels around the world – has helped to firmly secure Berkeley Travel’s position as one of the very best organisers of luxury travel. Speaking as testament to this, Berkeley Travel are members of Virtuoso, an invite-only organisation of the best luxury travel agencies and advisers, allowing them access to exclusive benefits for their clients. This membership guarantees that they are one of an elite few, with the talents, skills and experiences to create once in a lifetime experiences. It’s an impressive endorsement but seems almost par for the course for Berkeley Travel, who have always had their sights set higher than their competitors. Their partners include the largest names in travel and hospitality, including; American Airlines, British Airways, St Regis, Emirates, Etihad, and the Four Seasons. Through these connections, they offer unbeatable benefits, from a VIP welcome and room upgrades, to complimentary breakfasts and spa credit. When it comes to private jet charter, Berkeley Travel are able to arrange private flights that are tailored to their client’s needs and ensure that transfers – should they be needed – are effortless and enjoyable. Berkeley Travel consider every variable, and intricately plan their client’s dream getaways from the ground up. More than that, they recognise that their client’s time is valuable and make sure that every aspect, every moment – the minutia- is flawless and seamless. Berkeley Travel’s team, based in offices around the world, act as a virtual concierge, providing advice on the best places to visit, and the finest restaurants to dine in. It’s a hands-on approach that ensures that the clients experience is entirely stress free: they just need to relax and enjoy. Due to this approach, Berkeley Travel have a 90% client retention rate, with many of their clients returning time and time WR180052 again for the services that only they can offer. Fully ATOL, ABTA and IATA accredited, Berkeley Travel have distinguished themselves in all avenues of the industry. They are – simply - experts in luxury travel, and the only choice for those wanting the adventure of a lifetime. Company: Berkeley Travel Limited Address: 3 Waterloo Gardens, 1-4 Milner Square, London, N1 1TY, UK Website: www.berkeleytravel.co.uk Telephone: 0207 099 0777