is there anything that really delivers at the higher end? most seem to just add a zillion layers of markups, which also applies across all price levels
also for example i personally remain skeptical regarding how Virtuoso et al 'select' their supplier partners
are there any companies that book everything a la carte, like guides at daily rates wherever one wants?
one type of company to also add to consideration is Destination Management Companies / DMCs (vs tour operators)
depending where one is going there are also safari style (not just africa) properties which include excursions
FT has plenty who do things unrelated to chains, programs, biz travel - just few dedicated forums here