Our Luxury Travel Planning Process
At Runway Travel Co., we design personalized luxury vacations around the people taking them. We take the time to understand your travel style, priorities, interests and budget before recommending destinations, accommodations and experiences.
From the initial consultation through your return home, your dedicated travel advisor manages the details and works with our network of trusted travel partners to create a seamless, thoughtfully planned journey.
1. Complimentary Travel Consultation
The planning process begins with a complimentary consultation. Your Runway Travel advisor will ask about:
- Who will be traveling
- Your preferred dates and trip length
- Destinations you are considering
- Your interests and travel style
- Special occasions or priorities
- Your anticipated trip budget
This conversation helps us understand what matters most to you and determine how we can best assist. We will explain our planning fee and scope of service before beginning the research and design process.
2. Destination and Trip Research
Next, your advisor researches destinations, hotels, resorts, cruises and experiences that align with your preferences. We save you time by narrowing the possibilities and presenting thoughtfully selected recommendations rather than overwhelming you with endless options.
You will have an opportunity to review the initial ideas, ask questions and share feedback. Your advisor will refine the recommendations while providing professional, unbiased guidance based on firsthand knowledge, trusted industry relationships and your individual needs.
3. Designing and Booking Your Vacation
Once the overall direction is approved, we begin creating and booking your personalized itinerary.
Depending on your trip, we will coordinate:
- Hotels, resorts and villas
- Cruises
- Flights and ground transportation
- Private transfers
- Tours and excursions
- Private guides
- Dining reservations
- Spa appointments
- Special celebrations and personalized experiences
We consider how every part of the itinerary works together, including timing, location and transportation, so you can make the most of your vacation. When available, we also use our preferred partner relationships to secure valuable amenities and added benefits for our clients.
4. Final Trip Preparation
Before departure, you will receive a complete itinerary with your travel details, reservations and important destination information.
Your itinerary will be available digitally on your mobile device, allowing you to access the latest trip information while traveling. A printed copy can also be provided for easy reference.
Your advisor will help ensure that you understand the details of your itinerary and are prepared for your journey. Then, it is time to pack and enjoy the experience we have planned together.
5. Support and Follow-Up
Our relationship does not end when your trip begins. If questions or unexpected issues arise during your travels, the Runway Travel team is available to help.
After you return, we welcome your feedback. Learning what you loved and what you might prefer differently next time, helps us make each future journey even more personalized.
Many of our clients stay with us through every stage of life, from honeymoons and babymoons to family vacations, milestone celebrations and empty-nest adventures. Our goal is to become your trusted travel advisor for years to come.
Ready to Start Planning?
Whether you already have a destination in mind or need help deciding where to go, Runway Travel Co. can create a personalized journey built around you.
Explore our travel planning services to learn more about how we can help.
Our fees vary depending on the complexity of your trip and our “Plan To Go” fee includes consultation time, destination expertise and recommendations, itinerary building, transportation and personal assistance. We provide you access to our preferred partnership benefits travelers could never get booking on your own. Examples include booking travel arrangements, travel documents, a contact name and travel support. We will also advise you on Visa requirements, travel insurance and vaccination mandates. Our nominal fees deliver value, minimize your stress and save you time for the fun stuff like packing!
A simple hotel booking does not incur a service fee.
Air ticketing fees start at $50 per person, and include pre-travel service and 24/7 in-travel emergency service.
Depending on your trip, we can coordinate accommodations, cruises, transportation, private transfers, tours, excursions, guides, dining reservations, spa appointments and special experiences. We bring these elements together in one personalized itinerary designed around your interests, travel style and budget. Read our Services page for extensive details.
Yes. Your dedicated travel advisor is supported by the entire Runway Travel team. If a question, travel disruption or unexpected issue arises during your trip, someone from our team can access your itinerary and assist you.