OUR PARTNERSHIPS
OUR PARTNERSHIPS
Hamilton Thompson Travel is an affiliate of Brownell, a preferred partner of the world’s best hotels and resorts, cruise lines and tour operators, which means benefits for you. Often including:
Room upgrade on arrival
Early check-in/late check-out
Daily breakfast for two
Food & beverage credit
Spa treatment credits
Hamilton Thompson Travel is an affiliate of Brownell, a preferred partner of the world’s best hotels and resorts, cruise lines and tour operators, which means benefits for you. Often including:
Room upgrade on arrival
Daily breakfast for two
Early check-in/late check-out
Food & beverage credit
Spa treatment credits
Abercrombie & Kent 100 Club
Hamilton Thompson Travel is a member of the Abercrombie & Kent 100 Club, an invitation-only program limited to just a handful of elite travel firms. As A&K 100 Club Members, we are able to extend special benefits to our clients traveling with A&K on a private journey, tour, or extreme adventure. Beyond the benefits, our 100 Club Membership, and position on the A&K Advisory Board (through our affiliation with Brownell), gives us a direct line to the executive management of the company. You can feel certain that you are in the best of hands when booking Abercrombie and Kent through Hamilton Thompson Travel.
A&K 100 Club Benefits
- Reduced Marco Polo Memberships
- Priority Waitlist Clearance
- Advance Notice of Special Offers, Promotions, and Discounts
- Priority Mailing of A&K Brochures
Abercrombie & Kent is a trusted partner of Hamilton Thompson Travel. We often rely on their vast network of offices throughout the world to help us look after our clients. A&K has 50 offices in more than 40 countries. We have personal relationships with the managing directors of each and work with the A&K staff to ensure your journey is tailored to you at the greatest possible value.
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Four Seasons Preferred Partner
As a Hamilton Thompson Travel guest, you are privy to the exclusive Four Seasons Preferred Partner program. Each of the 97 Four Seasons Resorts and Hotels will extend added-value amenities and VIP status to you, regardless of which credit card you use. Your Hamilton Thompson Travel Advisor has a personal relationship with contacts on-property, and priority access for reservations and requests. Rest assured, your Travel Advisor will work hand-in-hand with their contacts to make sure your stay is memorable and includes these extra Four Seasons Preferred Partner benefits.
Four Seasons Preferred Partner Benefits
- VIP Status. Hotel management and staff anticipates your arrival
- First priority for best guest room inventory.
- Priority wait-list clearance in sold out hotels, and a strict no walk policy.
- NEW: Pro-Active outreach between hotels and Hamilton Thompson Travel/Preferred Partner travel advisors to customize your hotel/destination experience
Even More Value By Booking With Us
Your Four Seasons Preferred Partner benefits are always often combinable with other special offers from Four Seasons such as “Experience More” and “Stay Longer.” Your Hamilton Thompson Travel Advisor may also be able to offer an upgrade at time of booking due to their access to special promotions.
More About Four Seasons And Beyond Boutique
Just a handful of travel agencies worldwide are members of the Four Seasons Preferred Partner Agency program. Hamilton Thompson Travel is proud to be one of the elite few. In addition, Hamilton Thompson Travel has a seat on the Four Seasons Advisor Council, and is invited to help shape the program to meet the needs of our shared guests. When you book a Four Seasons resort or hotel with Hamilton Thompson Travel, you become a very special guest!
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Belmond Bellini Club
Belmond has a fabled and celebrated history. Travelers have long turned to Belmond for truly remarkable experiences (safaris, trains and river cruises), and visits to some of the most famed hotels and properties in the world. The Bellini Club was named after the signature cocktail from Harry’s Bar in Venice, Italy – also the home of Belmond’s Hotel Cipriani. Membership to the Bellini Club gives Hamilton Thompson Travel access to generous benefits that can be passed on to clients to make their travel experiences unique.
Belmond Bellini Club Benefits
- Complimentary upgrade upon arrival at time of check-in, based on availability
- Complimentary Internet
- Buffet or full breakfast for 2, daily
- Fully flexible hotel or resort credit up to $200 per stay
- $500 Gift Voucher for future travel when purchasing an experience of $5,000
- VIP Recognition by property management and staff
- Special in-room welcome amenity
- Top-of-the-waitlist priority for high demand properties and experiences
Even More Value By Booking With Hamilton Thompson Travel
Hamilton Thompson Travel’s Bellini Club Membership is advantageous to clients in more ways than just added benefits. Our special relationship allows a level of contact and service when working with Belmond that’s not accessible to other agencies or through booking direct.
- Advance notice of private sales, promotions, and offers before they are published (and potentially sold-out).
- Direct access to general managers.
- A dedicated Bellini Concierge, who works exclusively with Bellini Club members for customer service needs and questions.
- First priority on waitlists.
More About Belmond And Hamilton Thompson Travel
The invitation-only Bellini Club includes less than 100 agencies worldwide. Membership to the Bellini Club gives Hamilton Thompson Travel access to generous benefits as well as dedicated communication channels to the Belmond sales teams and key contacts at their properties across the globe.
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Marriott Accolades
As a member of the invitation-only Marriott Accolades program, Hamilton Thompson Travel can access amenities and benefits for clients at JW Marriott and Autograph Collection properties as well as a selected group of Renaissance and Marriott hotels around the world. Additionally, I work with on-property contacts ensure clients have VIP status.
Marriott Accolades Benefits
- One category upgrade, if available
- Early check-in/late check-out, if available
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Even More Value By Booking With Us
Through the Marriott Accolades program, Hamilton Thompson Travel has access to the 24/7 Accolades Desk. From special requests to spa appointments to other reservations, our dedicated contacts can make arrangements to ensure your needs are met.
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IHG Luxury & Lifestyle
As an IHG Luxury & Lifestyle program, Hamilton Thompson Travel provides our clients with access to exclusive amenities and benefits at more than 100 IHG properties around the world, including InterContinental Hotels & Restaurants, Kimpton Hotels & Resorts, and Hotel Indigo.
IHG Luxury & Lifestyle Benefits
- Complimentary daily breakfast for two
- $100 value-added amenity
- Upgrade upon arrival, if available
- Complimentary Wi-Fi for an unlimited number of devices
- Guaranteed late check-out (until 4 PM)
- No walk policy
Even More Value By Booking With Us
As a member of the IHG Luxury & Lifestyle program, Hamilton Thompson Travel has a strong relationship with the participating properties. We have a direct contact at each hotel and can work closely with our contacts to ensure your needs are met.
More About Four Seasons And Hamilton Thompson Travel
The hand-selected portfolio of hotels in the IHG Luxury & Lifestyle program features the best of InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, and Hotel Indigo. Located in 85 destinations around the world, these hotels not only offer exceptional experiences but also extra benefits to Hamilton Thompson Travel clients.
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Mandarin Oriental Fan Club
Beyond Boutique is a member of the exclusive Mandarin Oriental Fan Club. Clients staying at any of the Mandarin Oriental properties can access benefits and amenities that they cannot get by booking directly.
Added Value Booking with Us
Beyond Boutique has direct contact information and relationships with the general managers and key staff at each of the properties and can therefore ensure that clients’ needs are met. The dedicated ambassador support team at each property is made aware when a Beyond Boutique client is staying with them ensuring a VIP experience.
More About Mandarin Oriental And Beyond Boutique
Mandarin Oriental hand-picks select agencies to become members of the Fan Club. The Fan Club is an invitation-only program offered to only top travel agencies around the world. Beyond Boutique, clients enjoy a tailored, VIP experience at Mandarin Oriental Hotels thanks to the dedicated communication channels combined with the exclusive benefits and amenities.
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Seabourn Pinnacle Club
Enriching lives is just one of many things that Seabourn considers to be its top priority when inviting clients aboard. As a leader in luxury small-ship cruising, Seabourn’s intimate ships visit the most desirable destinations worldwide, sailing to the heart of landmark cities, as well as to hidden gems where larger vessels cannot follow. To say that “Seabourn is in a class by itself” is an understatement when describing this intimate and elegant fleet of ships. As a preferred partner, Hamilton Thompson Travel can help you select an unforgettable itinerary aboard Conde Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure magazines’ choice for “World’s Best Small-Ship Luxury Cruise Line.”
Why Choose Seabourn
- Elegant mid-size ships
- Luxurious yet relaxed country club ambiance
- 24-hour Butler service in all suites
- Internationally acclaimed 5-star hotels and restaurants with open seating and dine as you wish
- Best value in upscale cruising
- Extraordinary high staff-to-guest ratio ensures the finest service
- Free shuttles from ship to city center in many ports of call
Even More Value By Booking With Us
Because of Hamilton Thompson Travel’s close relationship with Seabourne, clients can often take advantage of special perks like shipboard credits, free transfers, and access to Virtuoso Voyages perks.
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Dorchester Collection Diamond Club
When you book one of the hotels in the Dorchester Collection with a Hamilton Thompson Travel advisor, you also access the exclusive benefits of the Dorchester Collection Diamond Club. Your Advisor will work closely with our contact at the property before and throughout your trip to ensure that you have an exceptional travel experience. In addition to your VIP status, you also will receive extra amenities during your stay.
Dorchester Collection Diamond Club Benefits
- VIP Status. Hotel management is made aware of your stay and will personally escort you to your room on arrival.
- 24/7 Diamond Club Ambassador Team ready to assist you anytime throughout your stay.
- Complimentary breakfast for 2, daily. Choose to dine in your room or at a restaurant.
- Guaranteed upgrade at time of booking for guest rooms, based on availability.
- Upgrade at time of arrival for junior suites, based on availability.
- Daily unlimited internet access for unlimited number of devices.
- Credit of 100 units of local currency that can be applied to your final bill, for guest rooms and junior suites.
- Daily credit of 100 units of local currency that can be applied to your final bill, for suites.
- A no walk policy at all hotels.
Even More Value By Booking With Us
Due to Hamilton Thompson Travel’s special relationship, clients may be able to secure an upgrade at the time of booking.
More About Dorchester Collection And Hamilton Thompson Travel
Only the top travel agencies in the world are members of the Dorchester Collection Diamond Club. As a member of this exclusive program, Hamilton Thompson Travel maintains a close relationship with each of their hotels. When you travel as a Hamilton Thompson Travel guest, prepare to be VIPed!
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Jumeirah Passport to Luxury
As a member of the invitation-only Jumeirah Passport to Luxury program, your Hamilton Thompson Travel Advisor can access exclusive benefits for you when you stay at any of the Jumeirah properties around the world. Your Advisor will work hand-in-hand with our contacts at the property before your stay to confirm your VIP status. You will also receive added amenities that you cannot get through a credit card center or by booking directly with the properties.
Jumeirah Passports to Luxury Benefits
- Complimentary daily buffet breakfast for two
- Complimentary room category upgrade at arrival, based on availability
- $100 food and beverage or spa credit, per room per stay
- Early check-in and 4:00 PM late check-out, based on availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Even More Value By Booking With Us
Hamilton Thompson Travel’s relationship with Jumeirah allows work closely with their team to create a customized experience for you.
More About Jumeirah And Hamilton Thompson Travel
With numerous travel and tourism awards, Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts are regarded as one of the most luxurious and innovative in the world. Our relationship with Jumeirah makes every journey that much more memorable due to their attention to detail and high level of service.
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Ritz-Carlton Stars
When you book a hotel participating in the Marriott International STARS program with a Hamilton Thompson Travel travel advisor, you become a privileged VIP guest. You are privy to value-added amenities, extra benefits, and personalized service that make your stay even more exceptional.
Ritz-Carlton Stars Benefits
- Complimentary daily breakfast for two
- Hotel credit valued at $100 USD once per stay
- Complimentary daily Wi-Fi
- VIP Status
- Top priority waitlist in sold-out situations
- First priority for your room type, location, bedding, and connecting rooms
Even More Value by Booking with Hamilton Thompson Travel
Your Hamilton Thompson Travel travel advisor has on-property contacts at each hotel, including the General Manager and a STARS Guardian Angel. Working closely with these partners, we take every step to make sure our clients’ unique preferences and needs are met. Consider your Hamilton Thompson Travel travel advisor and Guardian Angel your advance detail team that works behind the scenes to prepare for your VIP experience.
Ritz-Carlton Stars Details
As our client, you can access the exclusive benefits and perks at Ritz-Carlton hotels as well as 250 other participating Marriott Luxury Stars hotels from the following brands:
More About Marriott International and Hamilton Thompson Travel
As members of the former Ritz-Carlton STARS and Starwood Luxury Privileges programs, Hamilton Thompson Travel is honored to be a part of this invitation-only program that includes the amazing luxury brands listed above.
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Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum Partner
Through Hamilton Thompson Travel’s membership in the Preferred Platinum Program, clients are privy to exclusive benefits, amenities, and upgrades at certain properties in the Legend and LVX Collections. During your stay at these independent hotels, you not only have VIP status but you also will receive extra amenities and perks that you cannot access any other way.
Preferred Platinum Partner Benefits
- Daily breakfast for two for duration of the stay
- $75 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel Credit to be used during stay
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Room Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Priority Check-in and Check out, subject to availability
- Welcome amenity
Even More Value By Booking With Us
As a Platinum Partner, Hamilton Thompson Travel works with the VIP Desk for any special requests, concierge services, and waitlist clearance. Additionally, clients have access to exclusive special promotions and rates not available to the general public.
More About Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Hamilton Thompson Travel
The Preferred Platinum Partner is an invitation-only program offered to the top travel agencies around the world. Preferred Hotels & Resorts selects only the finest properties to be in the Legend and LVX collections.
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Hyatt Prive’
Through our affiliation with Brownell, Beyond Boutique is a charter member of Hyatt’s preferred partner program, Hyatt Privé. When you stay at a Park Hyatt or Andaz hotel or stay for two nights+ at a Grand Hyatt, Hyatt Regency, or The Unbound Collection by Hyatt hotel, you can access exclusive benefits and amenities. From unique local recommendations to VIP status, Beyond Boutique will work closely with you and our Hyatt Privé partners to deliver a truly personalized stay.
Hyatt Prive’ Benefits
- Complimentary upgrade, if available
- Priority early check-in and/or late check-out
- Daily complimentary full breakfast for two
- $50-$100 property credit per stay
- Priority for connecting rooms
Even More Value By Booking With Us
Beyond Boutique will work closely with our dedicated contact at each hotel to communicate your preferences and special requests. Our contact will respond to requests for early check-in, late check-out, room upgrade, and connecting rooms within 24 hours so you know exactly what to expect during your stay.
More About Hyatt And Beyond Boutique
Only Hyatt’s top travel agency partners are invited to join Hyatt Privé, and Beyond Boutique is proud to be one of them. The Hyatt Privé program allows clients to access to exceptional travel experiences at many Hyatt hotels around the world.
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Peninsula Hotels PenClub
As a member of the PenClub, Beyond Boutique offers exclusive benefits and amenities to clients who stay at any of The Peninsula Hotels. You receive the ultimate VIP experience that is not available by booking online or direct. Hamilton Thompson Travel has contacts at each property and work closely with them to ensure that your stay is exceptional.
Peninsula Hotels PenClub Benefits
- “Peninsula Time” – truly flexible 24-hour check-in and check-out times
- Complimentary daily breakfast for two
- Room upgrade, based on availability
- Complimentary 30-minute extension on any 50-minute body or face treatment
- Unlimited in-room wireless Internet access
Even More Value By Booking With Us
Hamilton Thompson Travel relationship with The Peninsula hotels gives us special access to
- A single global contact that works exclusively with PenClub members
- A dedicated sales and operations team at each hotel
- 24-hour assistance for any reservation assistance, special requests, and services
- First priority on waitlists
More About The Peninsula And Hamilton Thompson Travel
The PenClub is an invitation-only program offered to a handful of top travel advisories around the world. Hamilton Thompson Travel clients enjoy a tailored, VIP experience at the Peninsula Hotels thanks to dedicated communication channels combined with the exclusive benefits and amenities
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Rocco Forte Sir Rocco’s Knights
Sir Rocco’s Knights is the exclusive preferred partner program for Rocco Forte Hotels. As a member of this invitation-only program, Hamilton Thompson Travel can enhance your stay at any Rocco Forte property with benefits and amenities not available elsewhere.
Sir Rocco’s Knights Benefits
- VIP welcome and recognition of Hamilton Thompson Travel guests
- Complimentary daily breakfast for two
- $100 Food and Beverage Credit
- Priority for upgrade upon arrival, based on availability
- Priority for Early Check-In/Late Check-Out, based on availability
- 15% off spa services at certain hotels
- Priority waitlist clearance
Even More Value By Booking With Us
Hamilton Thompson Travel’s membership in the Sir Rocco’s Knights Program gives Hamilton Thompson Travel first access to Rocco Forte Hotels’ exclusive offers. Hamilton Thompson Travel also has a 24-hour contact person at all Rocco Forte Hotels, and key people at each property who know whenever a client is staying.
More About Rocco Forte And Hamilton Thompson Travel
The Rocco Forte Hotel Collection includes 11 hotels and resorts in Europe and Asia. Invitation to join Sir Rocco’s Knights program is only extended to top travel partners. Clients of Hamilton Thompson Travel receive exclusive Sir Rocco’s Knights benefits and amenities that you cannot get by booking directly or online.
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Rosewood Elite
Rosewood hotels and resorts are among the most special and divine properties in the world. Many are historically significant properties that were the private playgrounds of America’s elite like the Rockefellers. Through our status as a Rosewood Elite agency, we are pleased to offer you insider access to these amazing hotels and resorts.
Rosewood Elite Benefits
Rosewood Elite agencies are often extended special promotions that include complimentary nights, upgrades, double upgrades, and more. We are able to combine these offers with your Elite benefits to create an exceptional value for you.
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Sofitel Step
As a member of Sofitel’s preferred partner program, STEP, Hamilton Thompson Travel clients can access exclusive amenities and benefits in more than 180 hotels, including Sofitel and MGallery by Sofitel.
Sofitel Step Benefits
- Daily breakfast for two
- Upgrade upon arrival, if available
- Complimentary high-speed Internet
- Early check-in, late check-out, if available
- Express check-in
- No walk policy
Even More Value By Booking With Us
Through the Sofitel STEP program, Hamilton Thompson Travel has a dedicated contact on-property and will communicate your preferences and requests prior to your arrival. In a sold-out situation, you will be at the top of the waitlist.
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Shangri-la Luxury Circle
Hamilton Thompson Travel is a principal member of Shangri-La’s Luxury Circle preferred partner program. As a client, you can access exclusive benefits and amenities at Shangri-La hotels and resorts around the world. Hamilton Thompson Travel works closely with dedicated contacts at each property to ensure clients receive personalized service and VIP status – something you can’t find online no matter how hard you search.
Shangri-la Luxury Circle Benefits
- VIP Status, the top hotel executive is made aware of your stay
- One category upgrade at time of booking
- Complimentary daily breakfast for two, including in-room dining
- Hotel credit
- VIP welcome amenity
- Early check-in and late check-out, if available
- Top priority waitlist in sold-out situations
- No walk policy in sold-out situations
Even More Value By Booking With Us
As a member of The Luxury Circle, Hamilton Thompson Travel has a strong relationship with each property. We receive advance notice of any promotions as well as exclusive specials for advisors in The Luxury Circle. In addition, we have a dedicated contact at each hotel that ensures clients’ needs are met.
More About Shangri-la And Hamilton Thompson Travel
Named after the legendary destination in James Hilton’s novel Lost Horizon, Shangri-La aims to create a sense of peace and feeling of home when travelers arrive. The level of service is consistent across the 90+ hotels and resorts around the world, anticipating guests’ needs and paying care to even the smallest detail.
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Oetker Collection Pearl Partner
Hamilton Thompson Travel’s affiliate, Brownell, is a founding partner of Oetker Collection’s Pearl Partner program. Each of Oetker Collection’s one-of-a-kind luxury properties extends exclusive amenities and benefits to Hamilton Thompson Travel clients that you cannot access by booking direct or through a credit card company. Hamilton Thompson Travel works closely with our on-property contacts to ensure your stay is tailored to your unique needs and that your stay is memorable.
Oetker Collection Pearl Partner Benefits
- One category room upgrade at time of booking, upon availability
- Allocation of best room in the category
- Personalized welcome amenity and note from the senior management
- Daily unlimited internet access for unlimited number of devices
- Priority access to courtesy car, when applicable
- Daily complimentary breakfast for 2, including buffets
- Spa or food & beverage credit of 85€ for each one-night stay; credit increased to 170€ for two-nights or more:
- Spa credit: Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa, Le Bristol Paris, Fregate Island Private, Jumby Bay Island
- Food & Beverage credit: Hotel du Cap, L’Apogée Courchevel, Château Saint-Martin, Eden Rock – St Barths, Palácio Tangará
- Food & Beverage or Spa credit: The Lanesborough
Even More Value By Booking With Us
There are no blackout dates, and Hamilton Thompson Travel can also access exclusive offers to add even more value to your stay. Through our close relationship with each property, you will receive VIP treatment and top-of-the-line service.
More About Oetker Collection
The Oetker Collection is a group of unique properties that embody the finest tradition of European hospitality. Their collection includes:
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- Le Bristol Paris, Paris, France
- L’Apogee Courchevel, Courchevel, France
- Chateau Saint-Martin & Spa, Vence, France
- Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc, Cap D’Antibes, France
- The Lanesborough, London, United Kingdom
- Brenners Park Hotel & Spa, Baden Baden, Germany
- Eden Rock, St. Barth, French West Indies
- Palacio Tangara, Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Jumby Bay Island, Antigua
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