Frequently Asked Questions

How far ahead of my trip should I retain your services?

As soon as you’ve made the decision to travel! For best results, please reach out at least 60 days prior to your trip. If your trip is within 30 days, please set up a consultation. In some cases, a rush fee may be applied.

What should I expect with the full-service planning process?

  1. We start with an initial consultation meeting to talk through budget and expectations for the trip.

  2. A’Rie sends over a draft itinerary with a curated selection of available accommodations, activities, and restaurants that align with your wishes and budget.

  3. We review the itinerary and related expenses to tweak to your liking and finalize the itinerary.

  4. You complete a credit card authorization form and A’Rie coordinates with suppliers to confirm all bookings for the itinerary.

  5. Show up to the airport and enjoy your trip!

What’s included in full service planning?

  • Hotel or hosted villa recommendations and booking

  • Itinerary for all days of travel and booking coordination for excursions, tours, ticket events, transportation, restaurants and specialty services 

  • Airport transfers and rail transportation

  • Flight recommendations

A’Rie can also arrange photography, decor, private dining/chef services, and surprises like proposals!

Do you work with all budgets?

For full-service planning, a minimum trip budget of $300 per person per day is required (excludes flight). Please note that this minimum is a starting point, and may fluctuate with more expensive destinations.

For stand-alone hotel, cruise, or excursion bookings, A’Rie can recommend a budget for your specific destination.

Are hotel bookings really free?

Yes, when you book with A’Rie through a preferred partner! Through Fora Travel, A’Rie has relationships with most of the major hotel brands including the Marriott, IHG, Hyatt, Hilton, Rosewood, Four Seasons, Belmond, Small Luxury Hotels, and Design Hotels…just to name a few. 

When you just need a place to lay your head, A’Rie will do the research to make sure the place is bomb and ensure you get VIP perks like early check-in, late check out, free breakfast, or spa credits. Already have a hotel in mind? A’Rie can still hook you up.

I’m planning a group/bachelor/bachelorette trip! Can you help with that?

At this time, A’Rie only offers full-service planning options for small groups with 10 guests or less. A minimum budget of $350 per person per day is required and all bookings must be secured with one payment method and point of contact. Prior to requesting a consultation for your group, please have a firm estimate of total group attendees and an agreed upon budget per person.

What about room blocks for wedding or other events?

Absolutely! Arranged by A’Rie will find the perfect hotel or resort for your event and liaison with the Sales Director to make sure you have everything you need to execute a smooth event.

Can you book Airbnb or VRBO?

Arranged by A’Rie is not able to book or recommend homes through these platforms. If you’re interested in a home or villa rental, A’Rie partners with a slew of amazing companies that offer professionally hosted and vetted home rentals with inclusions like concierge and chef services. If you prefer to book an Airbnb on your own, A’Rie is happy to help you with itinerary planning and excursion recommendations at your destination.