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<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nNow more than ever, we are ready to continue our mission and we are open to applications from properties located in Asia that would like to join our community. In the past 2 months we have added some new and fascinating destinations to our collection such as in the heart of Papua jungle, beside the enigmatic karst mountains of Vang Vieng in Laos, in the Kashmir Valley and cruises within the Maldivian atolls. Our goal is to share with our guests and travel agents the very best of Asia\u2019s independent boutique hospitality, and all its stunning locations and fascinating cultures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Secret Retreats is not just another marketing platform, it is a membership based curated collection of 120+ handpicked boutique hotels, lodges, villas, yachts and more than 50 restaurants all independently owned, located, and managed in Asia. It is a community of like-minded owners sharing the same values for hospitality and promoting Conscious and Responsible Travel. Sincere, regenerative and uniquely Asian travel experiences. We offer travellers the chance to discover the real Asia through our community of boutique hotels, villas, cruises, restaurants and on a Secret Retreats exclusive tailor-made travel itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nEach member of Secret Retreats is an embassy of local hospitality, closely integrated with their local community. To be a member of Secret Retreats, a property should share the following qualities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– character, charm, style and architecture that reflects the soul of the place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– a focus on providing opportunities for experiential travel to guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– a service style for guests that is warm and convivial, with a host always available to welcome and spend time with guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– a commitment to respect our sustainability pledge to protect the environment and local culture and tradition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– willing and keen to share with our like-minded hotelier community to improve, learn, and exchange with fellow members for yours and their mutual benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– boutique properties with an inventory of less than 50 rooms (our members have an average of 18 rooms).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– independently owned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– located in Asia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is the essence, the DNA, of what makes a Secret Retreat boutique hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nOur services to members and guests include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– A concierge team of Asian travel experts who design and sell customized itineraries across Asia, connecting and promoting the members\u2019 hotels and destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– A new sales and reservations tool that has been designed specifically with the needs of the boutique hotel and hotelier in mind, selling to both the B2C and B2B markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Concrete actions and commitments to protect our environment and local communities and culture https:\/\/www.secret-retreats.com\/we-care<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n – Unique experiences created by our property owners who envision and share a true sense of Asian hospitality. – A respectful approach to every community (LGBT, Vegan, Solo Female travelers\u2026) ready to adapt and serve travellers of all walks of life better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n – A guarantee to support local artisans and farmers over international corporations where possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Secret Retreats aims at developing and fostering long-term relationships with property owners, their teams and communities. Crafted for owners and hotelier who share the same passion for personal service, boutique hospitality, their land, culture, and are keen to share their beautiful Asian homes with guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Join with us on our beautiful mission to unveil the essence of Asia to the travelling world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Asian hoteliers, yacht owners and chefs, join us: https:\/\/www.secret-retreats.com\/join-the-community<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Travel Agents, our partners, be part of the movement: https:\/\/www.secret-retreats.com\/travel-trade<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dear guests, visit us: https:\/\/www.secret-retreats.com\/collection<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2013 A professional team on-hand to support our hotels with PR and marketing to the travel media, travel trade and to potential guests.
\u2013 Co-promotion and cross-selling between fellow members and destinations, increasing the opportunities for reservations and for raising awareness of each participating hotel.
– Promotion and assistance with working with the Travel Trade.
\u2013 Increased exposure for all members through guest sharing.
\u2013 Promotion in key source markets through our team of in-market professional GSAs (General Sales Agents).
\u2013 Technical support with our online booking systems and channel managing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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