The Dos and Don’ts of Planning Your Trip to New York

If you plan to visit New York, here are a few things you need to do. You need to understand that the New Yorkers are always busy, so be polite in your answers. Walking fast is a hard and fast rule in New York, and you need to maintain that. You will find dozens behind you in the queue, so you need to order fast. Apart from the do’s, there are several don’t s as well. Here are some of them. Waiting for a taxi is futile, so instead, you can go for online carpool services. It is considered impolite if you click someone’s picture without asking just because they dressed differently. These are the few tips on the Dos and Don’ts. You will get to know more if you get the best travel agent in NYC.

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Tips To Choose The Right Travel Agency

When you search for “best travel agency near me” in search engines, you should be able to identify the best travel agency. Here are a few tips that will help you in the way: Start finding your travel agent as early because you will need time to find the agent and book your tickets. Keep searching for travel agencies that have better client reviews because you will get to know a lot about the agency through these reviews. You will also have to keep looking for your right travel agency and never settle for less. Also, look for travel agencies that have experience and reputation as a travel agency. And finally, you have to stick with your budget. These are the tips that will help you find the right travel agency.

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The Top 10 Tips For Planning A Corporate Incentive Trip

If you want to provide your employees with a reward, then a corporate incentive trip is one of the best methods. Here are a few tips for you to plan corporate incentive travel for your employees. You have first to understand the purpose of your corporate incentive travel and then choose a target group eligible for the corporate incentive travel. Make sure you define your target group and ask them about their preferences and interests. The next step would be to get a destination guide. Ask your team if they are willing to make a trip and be fair in choosing the employees with PTS. Finally, you have to decide if you need a travel agency, research on the travel agency, and look for only professionals. These are the few tips that will help you in planning for corporate incentive travel.

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Just Got Back – Park City

Andrea Welker – Entertainment Travel Specialist

Email / Telephone Number

Andrea.Welker@altour.com / 661-347-1168

Where did you Just Get Back from?

Park City, Utah

When were you in there?

June 2017

Provide a 1-3 liner highlighting your experience!

Most people think of Park City as a winter destination, but there are so many activities for summer and spring as well! The Olympic Park, hiking, biking, horseback riding, alpine coasters, and rock climbing walls are just a few activities you can indulge in.

Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived:

Fresh air! Coming from LA it was nice to get up in the mountains and take in the clean air.

Where did you stay?

Waldorf Astoria Park City

With whom would you recommend staying at these hotels?

Families or couples. While it is a quiet hotel, kids and adults can enjoy the pool (open year round) and my favorite part, roasting marshmallows by the fire pit every night.

Tempt us: Name the most special place you discovered on this trip

The Waldorf Spa!!! After all the fun activities a few hours of true relaxation was the perfect end to my stay.

Anything else to add?

Whatever time you go, wear sunscreen and drinks lots of water! You are in high desert.

Also, for a small price difference go for the 1 bedroom at the Waldorf. You get upgraded into a full kitchen and in-room washer and dryer, totally worth it!

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Why is Strategic Meeting management perfected field of Altour Travels?

Meetings and Incentives mean large business groups that arrange meetings and business meets in advance for a certain purpose (merger, takeover, separation, investment, etc). The Altour travel is one of the largest travel management companies for more than 25 years, specializing in various service of Strategic meetings management. We believe in building just one solution that provides sourcing, budgeting, registration and full-service event management.

There are 3 types of Strategic Meetings Management services provided by us:

Venue sourcing, which includes:

• Budget Management
• Online Registration
• Custom Reports
• Contact Member Management
• Mobile Apps and much more

Data and Reporting, which includes:

• Custom Data reports for Procurement
• Full conference reporting, from breakout sessions to attendance, to waitlists, to name badges, we provide whatever you need
• Quarterly and year end reports
• Story overviews

Technology and Mobility solutions, which include:

• Event websites
• Social Media Integrations
• Badges and Barcodes
• Email Campaigns

We always try to bring something new to our clients and customers to take care of their reputation and luxury. We have 57 offices including Travel Companies NYC and Los Angeles Travel Agency, with more than 1300 Business Travel Agents to help you with your trip design. From pick up to drop, Altour arranges all kinds of trips from leisure to corporate to entertainment. We are ranked amongst Top Corporate Travel Agencies in the USA.

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Just Got Back: New Zealand

 

Mark Dorenfast, Corporate & Leisure Travel Agent

Where did you Just Get Back from? The North Island of New Zealand

When were you in New Zealand? November 2016

Provide a 1-3 liner highlighting your experience:The North Island of New Zealand greatly exceeded my (already inflated) expectations. It was more beautiful than I could have imagined with more activities and places to see than time would allow for.

I felt so welcomed everywhere I went that each place was like visiting close family.

Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived: After a 12 hour flight, I wanted to hit the ground running and go Go GO! As soon as I settled in for a morning coffee and fresh croissant overlooking the sunny, turquoise waters on Waiheke Island, that urgency all went away, and I immediately began to relax.

Where did you stay? I was constantly on the move and spent nights in Waiheke, Auckland, Tauranga, Rotorua, and Taupo.

Each accommodation was completely unique and totally immersed in its surroundings.

Delamore Lodge is inviting and chic, sitting on a bluff overlooking the ocean and neighboring vineyards.

The Sofitel Auckland is great for the sophisticated traveler in an amazing location in the Marina surrounded by fantastic dining options.

At Wildwood Lodge, you’ll fall as much in love with the natural wonders of Rotorua as you will with Cath and Simon, the owners.

The rooms at Solitaire Lodge have gorgeous views of the lake where you can boat, fish, kayak, and hike.

You can get lost in the woods for hours at Treetops (as I did) running into deer and goats before enjoying an exquisite dining experience.

Acacia Cliffs nestled above the enormous Lake Taupo is the perfect place to base yourself for days of water activities and heli-hiking.

With whom would you recommend staying at this hotel/resort? This type of trip would be wonderful for honeymooners, couples on a long holiday, and small groups of family or friends.Many of the accommodations are very small (4-7 rooms) and not appropriate for young children unless renting the entire property.

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2017 is right around the corner! How are you ringing in the New Year? How about watching the ball drop from your private penthouse in Times Square!

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Just Got Back: Puerto Rico

 

Jill Young, Europe and the Caribbean travel consultant at The Travel Authority

Where did you Just Get Back from? Puerto Rico

When were you in Puerto Rico? April 2016

Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived:  Fascinated—I was interested in exploring how the U.S. territory is similar and dissimilar to my corner of mainland USA.

Where did you stay?  The Caribe Hilton, a 3-star hotel in the heart of San Juan. Built in 1949, this was the first Hilton in the Caribbean, and it’s widely believed the lobby bar at this property was the birthplace of the Piña Colada. The hotel has undergone major renovations since, giving it a modern feel.

With whom would you recommend staying at this hotel / resort? This is a good property for singles, couples, and families who aren’t looking for the finest accommodations, but would like a nice, clean, comfortable, and safe base from which to explore San Juan and the rest of Puerto Rico. There is a small protected beach here that is ideal for children and weak swimmers, as well as a great pool area. From this hotel, excursions to El Yunque rainforest, Old San Juan, and Bioluminescent Bay are easily-arranged.Read Full Blog

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Just Got Back: Costa Rica

Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived: When I first arrived in Costa Rica, and for the majority of the time thereafter I was simply astonished by the beautiful wilderness and diverse wildlife that surrounded me.Read More

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Just Got Back: Hong Kong

 

Jenny Cook, Director Legal Travel Division (Corporate, Law Market) and Stefanie Behrens, Director of VIP Services, West Coast

Where did you Just Get Back from? Hong Kong

When were you in Hong Kong? April 2016

“Hong Kong is an exciting, vibrant, clean and easy to navigate busy city with breathtaking views! Hiking trails and islands add more to the destination than just being a stopover or shopping location. We were there to explore and to experience, and that we did!”

Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived: We were met by the Manager of Airport services for Ritz Carlton. Joe Ku has been with Ritz Carlton in Hong Kong for 25 years. Although we arrived at 6:00am after a 15 hour flight, we had opted to take the Airport Express to the hotel. Joe facilitated the process and even carried our luggage on board. The kindness and warm welcome will never be forgotten. Travel tip for Hong Kong: Make use of the Airport Express and the subways. They are clean, easy to use and all directions are in English!

Where did you stay? Ritz Carlton, Kowloon (incredible views from the top of the 118th floor); The Langham Hong Kong (central location with easy subway access- affordable luxury); Four Seasons (Contemporary luxury, beautiful spa, amazing unobstructed views, Four Seasons service)

With whom would you recommend staying at this hotel? Hong Kong has an abundance of hotel opportunities for everyone. Part of our exploration was spent taking the time to see the location, layout and uniqueness of a variety of properties. Hotels to be noted in addition to where we stayed- The Peninsula Hong Kong (Kowloon Island), The Mandarin Oriental (Hong Kong), Landmark (Hong Kong) and the Upper House (Hong Kong).

Tempt us- Name the most special place you discovered on this trip: Spring Deer Restaurant for authentic Peking Duck. The Big Buddha — Lantau Island for adventure to include 30 minute tram ride, plus 250 steps to the largest seated Bronze Buddha in the World. High Tea at the Peninsula Hotel. Sunset & drinks at the Upper House.

What’s the best time of year to go in your opinion? October — March, summer time is hot and humid. The good news is that many buildings are accessed through air-conditioned underground complexes.

If you’re interested in traveling to Hong Kong contact Jenny.Cook@ALTOUR.com & Stefanie.Behrens@ALTOUR.com and they’ll put together your perfect adventure.

 

 

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Just Got Back: Mexico

Mark Dorenfast, Corporate/Leisure Travel

Where did you Just Get Back from? Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

When were you in Cabo? April 2016

“This was my first time to Cabo and my expectations were quite varied. It was a pleasant surprise to discover how easy it was to drive myself around and how everything is mostly located off one main road. Each hotel is an oasis escape from the surrounding desert and mountains.”

Words to describe what you felt when you first arrived: After picking up the rental car at the airport and starting the drive towards the beach, I thought, “Oh God, why am I here?” As soon as I drove into the tunnel to Pedregal though, it all clicked and I was instantly in love.  It was like being greeted by close friends welcoming me to their home.

Where did you stay?
I stayed at the Resort at Pedregal, El Ganzo in San Jose Del Cabo, and One & Only Palmilla.

With whom would you recommend staying at these hotels? Each hotel had a different feel; Pedregal is great for couples, but they also have large villas for big families. El Ganzo has a younger, hipster vibe with really cool artwork and complimentary bikes to ride into town, which is great for people in their 20s-30s. Palmilla is romantic for couples and honeymooners, but has large enough grounds to keep any member of the whole family occupied.

Tempt us- Name the most special place you discovered on this trip: The spa at Pedregal was perfection. They offer a beverage upon arrival that changes with the lunar cycle, allow you to select from among five aromatherapy scents, and every treatment begins with a five minute foot massage using herbs and spices.  It was so comfortable, I could have spent hours here.

What’s the best time of year to go in your opinion? Whale watching season is considered the best time to visit, November through March. The weather in April was gorgeous.

Anything else to add? 

On this trip, I was able to visit a number of other properties, each beautiful and unique.

Esperanza has an amazing new room product, like entering a luxe magazine.
Las Ventanas has outrageously large beachfront villas and some rooms offer the opportunity to sleep outside, under the stars.

The Cape is very trendy and feels like West Hollywood in Mexico. The whole hotel has great ocean views of the famous Arch.

Mar Adentro opens in October and is one to watch. It was one of the most stunningly modern places I have ever seen.

If you’re interested in traveling to Cabo San Lucas contact Mark at Mark.Dorenfast@altour.com or 310-571-6077.

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