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Hotel benefits, explained

Luxury hotels give extra benefits to guests who book through advisors in their partner programmes. Here is what you can receive, and the programmes I book.

Hotel benefits

What you can receive

The details differ by programme and hotel, but most stays include several of these.

Daily breakfast for two

Breakfast for two each morning, in the restaurant or often by room service.

Hotel credit

Often US$100 per stay to spend on dining or the spa.

Room upgrades

An upgrade when available, and at some hotels confirmed when I book.

Early check-in and late check-out

Requested ahead of time, so arrivals and departures are easier.

Welcome amenity

A welcome from the hotel, often with a note from the General Manager.

VIP recognition

Your stay is flagged as VIP, and I pass on celebrations and preferences.

Benefits vary by property, rate and availability, and are confirmed before you book.

Programmes

Programmes I book

Each one is run by a hotel group or a luxury network. Open one to see its benefits and the hotels I list.

Four SeasonsHotel brand programmeRosewoodHotel brand programmeHyatt PrivéHotel brand programmeMandarin OrientalHotel brand programmeThe PeninsulaHotel brand programmeShangri-LaHotel brand programmeMarriott STARSHotel brand programmeMarriott LUMINOUSHotel brand programmeHilton for LuxuryHotel brand programmeIHG DestinedHotel brand programmeAccor PreferredHotel brand programmeBelmondHotel, train and river programmeDorchester CollectionHotel brand programmeAnantaraHotel brand programmeKempinskiHotel brand programmeThe LanghamHotel brand programmePan PacificHotel brand programmeVirtuosoLuxury travel networkLeading HotelsHotel collectionRelais & ChâteauxHotel collectionPreferred HotelsHotel collectionSmall Luxury HotelsHotel collectionJumeirahHotel brand programmeRocco ForteHotel brand programme

Have questions?

These are the questions people ask most. For anything else, write to me.

Email: changpeng.lua@fora.travel

Contact me
Which destinations do you cover?

Hotels and resorts worldwide. I'm based in Singapore and across Asia every quarter, and I travel to Europe and further afield every year. The guides here cover the places my clients ask about most, from Italy, Greece and France to Japan, Bali and the Maldives.

Are your hotel rates higher than booking direct?

I add no booking markup. I quote the hotel's own rates, and the benefits come on top. Some member-only or prepaid rates cannot carry benefits, and I tell you when that is the case.

Do I have to prepay?

It depends on the rate. Many flexible rates are paid at the hotel when you check out, while advance-purchase rates are paid when you book. I show you the terms before you confirm.

What benefits can I receive?

Most programmes include daily breakfast for two, a hotel credit, an upgrade when available, and early check-in or late check-out when available. The exact list depends on the hotel and programme, and I confirm it before you book.

Can I still earn loyalty points?

Usually, yes. Bookings with Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Accor generally still earn points and elite night credits. I confirm this for your rate.

Do you charge a planning fee?

No. Planning help is included. Hotels and travel partners pay me a commission when you book.

Who is behind The Travel Fellowship?

I'm CP, a private hotel and travel concierge in Singapore and an independent affiliate of Fora Travel. I handle every enquiry and booking myself. The business is registered in Singapore as THETRAVELFELLOWSHIP LLP (UEN T26LL1117B).

Will I deal with you directly?

Yes. I handle your enquiry, booking and on-trip requests myself, one-to-one. The hotel's own team looks after you on the ground, and I stay in touch with them for you.

How quickly will you reply?

The same day. I reply on WhatsApp within a few hours, between 8am and 10pm Singapore time, before, during and after your trip. Messages that arrive overnight are answered the next morning.