Why work with Bliss?
Insider Access
A huge part of travel planning is knowing the right people who can connect clients to the right experiences. Bliss works with destination specialists worldwide whose expertise is in the destination that you will be visiting. These specialists spend months each year nurturing relationships with that country’s top memory-makers – for example, family-run vineyards, vetted partners for excursions and activities, and wow-worthy accommodations. These on-site relationships give you unparalleled access to your destination.
Personal Care
The goal is to give you and your family the vacation that is right for YOU. Someone else may love architecture and history, while your focus is food and wine. Someone else may need to keep their kids engaged in touring, while your goal may be cultural immersion. The approach when working with Bliss is the opposite of a one-size-fits-all model. Heather takes the time to determine your priorities for your vacation and offers itineraries that fit with your goals and budget.
Delivering personalized care before and during your vacation is key. You are not a booking number – you’re a person with individual needs. First, Heather takes the time to understand YOUR dream vacation. Then, she is here for you in every step of your journey until you are back home.
Local Experiences
Whether you’re making fresh pasta with a Tuscan chef, stargazing in Bryce Canyon or tasting wine in a medieval square, Heather works to fill your trip with authentic experiences in the place that you’re visiting. We don’t just show you the sights; we help you to get a taste of your destination through local eyes.
A huge part of travel planning is knowing the right people who can connect clients to the right experiences. Bliss works with destination specialists worldwide whose expertise is in the destination that you will be visiting. These specialists spend months each year nurturing relationships with that country’s top memory-makers – for example, family-run vineyards, vetted partners for excursions and activities, and wow-worthy accommodations. These on-site relationships give you unparalleled access to your destination.
Personal Care
The goal is to give you and your family the vacation that is right for YOU. Someone else may love architecture and history, while your focus is food and wine. Someone else may need to keep their kids engaged in touring, while your goal may be cultural immersion. The approach when working with Bliss is the opposite of a one-size-fits-all model. Heather takes the time to determine your priorities for your vacation and offers itineraries that fit with your goals and budget.
Delivering personalized care before and during your vacation is key. You are not a booking number – you’re a person with individual needs. First, Heather takes the time to understand YOUR dream vacation. Then, she is here for you in every step of your journey until you are back home.
Local Experiences
Whether you’re making fresh pasta with a Tuscan chef, stargazing in Bryce Canyon or tasting wine in a medieval square, Heather works to fill your trip with authentic experiences in the place that you’re visiting. We don’t just show you the sights; we help you to get a taste of your destination through local eyes.
How much does it cost to work with Bliss?
Primary compensation comes through commissions paid from hotels, cruises and tour suppliers. For hotel-only bookings or vacations that require minimal planning and design, there may not be a fee involved. Set up a complimentary consultation or fill out the contact form, and we'll see if there is a fit. You deserve it!
Multi-Destination International Travel
For research, planning and design services on a multi-destination foreign trip, Bliss charges an upfront, non-refundable planning fee starting at $395 for up to 7 days with 4 people traveling. This covers planning for all land arrangements, which may include hotels, car rentals, transfers, train travel, tours, restaurant recommendations and coordinated travel documents. For air travel and rail, tickets purchased outside a package include a ticketing fee (see below). These fees will be disclosed if applicable prior to any charges.
One-Destination Travel
These types of vacations typically look like a Caribbean or Mexico vacation with one destination. Bliss charges an upfront, non-refundable planning fee starting at $195 for this type of planning (up to 4 people). After the complimentary consultation, my research will typically give you 3-5 resort options with the best flights that most closely match your preferences. This covers planning for all land arrangements, which may include flights, hotels, car rentals, transfers, tours, restaurant recommendations and coordinated travel documents. For air travel, tickets purchased in a package have no additional booking fee.
"I know exactly what I want - can you book it for me?"
For most hotels and resort stays that are $1000+ in total, the answer is yes. There is no fee for these bookings.
Ticketing Fees
Air - $150 per ticket
Rail - $100 per ticket or $250 per family, whichever is lower.
Note that if air or rail is purchased within a travel package, there will be no ticketing fees charged.
Terms and conditions linked here
Multi-Destination International Travel
For research, planning and design services on a multi-destination foreign trip, Bliss charges an upfront, non-refundable planning fee starting at $395 for up to 7 days with 4 people traveling. This covers planning for all land arrangements, which may include hotels, car rentals, transfers, train travel, tours, restaurant recommendations and coordinated travel documents. For air travel and rail, tickets purchased outside a package include a ticketing fee (see below). These fees will be disclosed if applicable prior to any charges.
One-Destination Travel
These types of vacations typically look like a Caribbean or Mexico vacation with one destination. Bliss charges an upfront, non-refundable planning fee starting at $195 for this type of planning (up to 4 people). After the complimentary consultation, my research will typically give you 3-5 resort options with the best flights that most closely match your preferences. This covers planning for all land arrangements, which may include flights, hotels, car rentals, transfers, tours, restaurant recommendations and coordinated travel documents. For air travel, tickets purchased in a package have no additional booking fee.
"I know exactly what I want - can you book it for me?"
For most hotels and resort stays that are $1000+ in total, the answer is yes. There is no fee for these bookings.
Ticketing Fees
Air - $150 per ticket
Rail - $100 per ticket or $250 per family, whichever is lower.
Note that if air or rail is purchased within a travel package, there will be no ticketing fees charged.
Terms and conditions linked here