Originally Posted by
behuman
Indeed, 100% normal NOT to book with virtuoso
. Unless you don't know already clearly where you want to go and / or are not yet loyal customer of the property / the brand.
P.S. : I would be very careful with the CVC anyway.
Not necessarily true. Not all properties negotiate, so often it is better to book through a TA. Why jump through hoops to negotiate for what an agent can easily get you?
Mind you, I also prefer to book directly, but do not do so if it means leaving substantial value on the table.
Originally Posted by
pricesquire
100% normal.
Of course. This information is the same one would provide when ordering products online or over the telephone. Obviously Virtuoso travel agents are not in the business of identity theft or credit card fraud...
Originally Posted by
Kagehitokiri
does anyone negotiate "one category upgrade if available at checkin" without agent?
I have many times. It is very easy to request an upgrade subject to availability at many hotels and resorts on direct bookings.