 In today’s Internet-savvy world, many people choose to take control of their travel plans. And we’ve all heard the horror stories – undisclosed travel times, the luxury hotel suite that was anything but luxurious or the lackluster tour guide which spoiled the travel experience. Some travelers like the risk and “adventure” of do-it-yourself traveling. But, the more discerning traveler knows to let a travel consultant do what they do best.
A travel consultant is your advocate; someone who is accountable for the time and money you are investing.
Travelex International is a member of the Virtuoso consortium of travel professionals, which offer an array of value-added travel experiences. Your Travelex International Travel Consultant works for you, not for the hotels, cruise lines or airlines. As a proud member of Virtuoso, North America’s most respected network of travel professionals, we can offer increased value over other travel service alternatives, and unparalleled choices that you won’t find anywhere else.
Expert Guidance
Virtuoso travel professionals are the top 1% of all travel agencies – local businesses with worldwide connections. Their affiliation with Virtuoso represents decades of professional experience, worldwide connections and product, lifestyle and destination expertise.
 Areas of Expertise
Want to swim with sharks in Tahiti or try dog-sledding on an Alaskan glacier? Or perhaps you are looking for tranquility and inner peace? Virtuoso travel specialists are recognized both nationally and internationally as destination and lifestyle experts. Whatever your travel desire, we can make it happen.
Journeys of Enrichment and Adventure
Discover the World
Maybe you’ve already dined al fresco in a Tuscan village, tracked the Big Five in Africa, strolled along the Great Wall, and swam the Great Barrier Reef in the Land Down Under. Where and what do you want to discover next? What will make your next vacation extraordinary, exclusive, rewarding, and your own?
Whatever your travel pursuit, Virtuoso can make it one-of-a-kind. We have personal relationships with the top world-wide hotels, resorts, spas, lodges, cruise lines and tour companies throughout the seven continents as well as in the United States.
We Create Life Experiences
Your Travelex International Travel Consultant is here to orchestrate your next dream getaway, whether you plan to sail the high seas to an exotic land or wish to experience nature at its pristine best while maintaining a high level of comfort and pampering for yourself.
 We Know the World ... and the World Knows Virtuoso
From archaeological digs to kayaking, from countryside walks to wildlife safari adventures - Virtuoso travel specialists know the world and all the ways for you to discover it. They have intimate knowledge of the hotels, resorts, cruise lines, tour companies, and destinations they recommend, and many Virtuoso travel specialists are recognized by Condé Nast Traveler as leading industry experts.
Certified Travel Agents
Virtuoso travel specialists have over 20 years experience in the luxury travel field and are certified with the Institute of Certified Travel Agents. They are passionate about travel and confident in their ability to book their clients’ dream vacation getaway.
TRAVELEX INTERNATIONAL VIP TRAVEL BENEFITS:
 As a TRAVELEX INTERNATIONAL VIP TRAVELER, you will be receiving our flagship publication VIRTUOSO LIFE, the traveler's guide to inspired pursuits, which has won several prestigious awards for journalism, photography, and illustrations. The most recent awards include runner Up Best Travel Magazine, Best Domestic Magazine Article, and Best Cover Photo, North American Travel Journalists Association Awards 2006 and the Silver Award for Best Photo Illustration, Lowell Thomas Awards 2006.
We believe you take travel to heart and we share in your appreciation for travel by passing along a bit of our personal insider knowledge. The services you will receive as a TRAVELEX INTERNATIONAL VIP TRAVELER go beyond that of a typical travel agency because of our experience and expertise. In addition, we bring you specific, additional advantages:
FOR CRUISERS:
You will receive complimentary benefits when you cruise with Virtuoso. Virtuoso Voyager Club and Virtuoso Explorer offers escorted pre- and post-cruise trips, shore excursions, land packages and special social events on more than 450 departures per year with luxury cruise lines.
 Voyager Club - Exclusive Rewards
No one delivers a better luxury cruise vacation experience than Virtuoso Voyager Club. Choose from hundreds of hosted departures aboard the world's top cruise lines. Add fascinating guided full-day or evening shore vents, gracious personable hosts and a festive shipboard cocktail reception - all at no additional cost - and you'll understand why the world's most experienced travelers prefer Virtuoso Voyager Club.
How can you join? Voyager Club membership is your complimentary reward for being a TRAVELEX INTERNATIONAL VIP TRAVELER.
 Virtuoso Explorer - A World of Discovery
Want to enrich your cruise experience? Start with a stimulating itinerary aboard one of the world's most exciting ships. Add a half-day, interactive shore event or special gift that embellishes local cultures and customs – plus socializing with fellow travelers who share your interests and tastes.
It’s all yours with Virtuoso Explorer, our new value-added cruise program tailored to your active lifestyle. And, it’s all complimentary because you are a TRAVELEX INTERNATIONAL VIP TRAVELER.
FOR AIR TRAVELERS: When you travel internationally, you benefit from our insider access to special fares that you won’t find on the Internet or from other travel service providers.
FOR COUNTRY- AND EXPERIENCE-COLLECTORS: We maintain relationships with the world’s leading travel and adventure companies. And, from time to time, we offer Virtuoso Discoveries- exclusive travel that transcends the ordinary that is available to the TRAVELEX INTERNATIONAL VIP TRAVELLER.
FOR INDEPENDENT SORTS: You want to travel your way. As a TRAVELEX INTERNATIONAL VIP TRAVELER, you will be dealing with experts at making independent arrangements. Our custom vacation options are endless. Tell us what personal touches you would like to add, and we’ll fine tune your vacation to make it your own.
Your Search for an Expert Ends Here
In a world saturated with general information, insider intelligence is still rare. Add personal connections and on-the-ground contacts all over the world to the leading travel operators and you have one powerful advocate in your corner to save you time and money.
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