Trying to plan, organize, and research the perfect holiday for your family or significant other can be tiring. Our lives are so busy that we deserve to sit back, relax, and enjoy a perfectly executed vacation without stress.
This is why all our villas come with an expert pre-arrival concierge and an on-island team. We believe for a truly luxurious vacation, a concierge is a necessity. From getting you into the best restaurants to booking once-in-a-lifetime experiences, we’ll plan a truly memorable trip for you.
- Create opportunities for exclusive experiences
- Save time
- Know you’re in safe hands
- Organize smooth transportation
- Make special moments perfect
- Give you the confidence to try something new
- Ensure you experience the best of the local cuisine
1. Create opportunities for exclusive experiences
It’s difficult not to just follow the tourist trail when you’re trying to organize days out on vacation. All what-to-do articles point you in the same direction as every other visitor. But your trip needs to be special. It needs to be unique. Because that’s what makes it luxurious.
With a concierge, you can be sure you won’t have any run-of-the-mill experiences. Our team thinks outside the box to ensure every vacation is filled with opportunities and experiences you would never have dreamed of. Here are a few of our highlights:
Submarine excursion in Barbados: So, you’ve snorkeled with the shallow water fish, but you’re still not satisfied? Head to the depths of the ocean in a submarine to observe the truly spectacular wildlife that lives deep beneath the surface.
Private catamaran charter: No matter which destination you choose, we can arrange for you and your loved ones to set sail on a luxury private catamaran. What better way to view the sunset?
Private jet charter: Want to travel in style? Just let us know, and we’ll offer you a range of incredible private jets to make your trip truly memorable.
2. Save time
We know your vacation days are precious. You don’t want to miss even an hour when you’re staying in paradise, so don’t spend time searching for things to do. Instead, let our concierge plan your vacation from start to finish, so all you have to do is turn up and enjoy.
Our pre-arrival concierge means that, if you’d like, every day of your vacation can be organized in advance. It can be as relaxed or as adventure-driven as you’d like. Think tennis, golf, and diving excursions. Or yoga retreats and spa treatments. Whatever your idea of relaxation, we’ll deliver.
3. Know you’re in safe hands
At Exceptional Villas, we don’t recommend anything unless we’ve done it ourselves and loved it. This goes for everything, from 5-star restaurants to musical performances. This means that everything our concierge recommends is the best of the best.
It can be daunting going to a new country without advice or help, whether it’s knowing local etiquette, like tipping, or where to get the best cocktail in town. Having a headstart with your concierge can make all the difference and improve your confidence. As well as having a pre-arrival concierge, we also have an on-island team that can help you in person during your vacation.
Some great questions to ask your concierge before you head to your chosen destination are:
- How do I work out the currency difference?
- Is tipping necessary, and how much is appropriate?
- Are certain areas safer than others?
- Are there any common tourist scams to be aware of?
- What are the basics of the language? (Please, thank you, hello, etc.)
- How much should I budget for X amount of time?
Check out our expert team below.
4. Organize smooth transportation
One of the most stressful parts of a vacation is transportation. How will you get from the airport to your accommodation? Should you rent a car? What happens if your flight’s cancelled? We like to eliminate this part altogether since it’s not adding to your luxury. Here’s what we can do:
- VIP fast-track services: Speed through arrivals and departures, avoid long immigration queues, and make airport navigation a breeze.
- Luxury airport transfers: Arrive at your villa in style. Rather than getting flustered on public transport, sit back in an air-conditioned car of your choice and recoup from a long flight.
- Car rental: The last thing you want to do when you land is to try and find your car rental company. We’ll organize for your car to be dropped off at your villa on your arrival date and picked up when you depart.
Gone are the days of traveling feeling stressful. We ensure that getting to your destination is just as comfortable as the vacation itself.
5. Make special moments perfect
Whether it’s an anniversary, birthday, or engagement, we can pull out all the stops to make sure it is perfect. Nothing is too extravagant for our concierge team. Candlelit picnic on the beach prepared by a professional chef? Yep, we’ve done it. Private musical performances? Why not!
These little touches are always what makes a vacation memorable. When you’re spending time with your loved ones, away from the stresses of work and reality, you need that time to be as special as possible. The sky’s the limit, so if you book one of our villas, get creative. Our concierge team loves a challenge.
Here are a few ideas to spark your imagination:
- Take a private jet to a neighboring island and explore for the day.
- Charter a yacht and explore the coastline.
- Organize for a private chef to cook a 5-star feast.
- Have a professional photographer capture your perfect moment.
6. Give you the confidence to try something new
Have you always wanted to try your hand at surfing? Or whizzing across the Caribbean sea on a jet ski? We all have, right? But sometimes nerves get the best of us.
What if we get in the way of a pro surfer? What if we fall off the jet ski? What if we don’t have the right gear? Say goodbye to these trivial worries.
Our on-island concierge will ensure you’re fully prepped for any activity you wish to try. They can offer insider advice, the best schools to learn with, and make sure you rent the right gear for your ability.
This should give you that little boost of confidence to take the plunge, whether that’s diving with turtles, stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), or deep-sea fishing. The world is your oyster with our concierge team working for you.
7. Ensure you experience the best of the local cuisine
We know that one of the most exciting things about a vacation is the food. It’s always a thrill to try new cuisine and local delicacies. For this reason, we can organize a private chef for your villa to make sure you get the very best on a day-to-day basis.
However, if you (understandably) want to venture out to eat at some of the best restaurants, we’ve got you covered. As we said before, we don’t recommend anything without trying it first, and this remains true with restaurants (lucky us!) Our team can get you into the most high-end, fine-dining spots or advise you on hidden local gems, depending on your preference.
You can find guides on the best places to eat for all of our main villa destinations to give you some inspiration before booking!
Conclusion
We think it’s pretty clear that a concierge will improve your vacation experience. But if you want to hear it from those who have experienced it, take a look at our countless 5-star reviews.
So, why not treat yourself and take a look at the villas we offer with a concierge service? They are all over the world, from Asia and America to the Caribbean.
If you’re tempted, have a chat with our expert sales team and begin planning your dream vacation.
