The Benefits of Booking with
Our goal is to be the travel company
of choice for our customers, employees, and vendors. To accomplish this we
provide every traveler the best service available at the lowest possible cost.
Carlson Wagonlit Travel strives on building personal relationships with our
clients which we believe is the key to success. We will provide you and your
company the level of service that you expect and deserve.
We offer a broad selection of programs and services to meet the needs of your
business travelers.
Lowest Airfare at Time of Booking - We utilize Power Pricing for checking fares to ensure finding lowest available fares. Our system is able to search all systems including on-line booking engines.
24 Hour Voids - As an Agency we have the capability to void a ticket the next business day.
24 Hour Emergency Help-Desk - Convenient en-route or after business hours emergency service with reliable assistance. The helpline has direct access into each individual’s reservation and profile information.
International Faring - Carlson Wagonlit Travel uses an international rate desk for those trips consisting of multiple cities and countries.
Traveler Profiles and On-Line Travel Request Forms - Once submitted these forms are sent directly to your Travel Consultant. The Profile forms collect important information, frequent traveler numbers, and preferences so each trip is ensured to be worry-free.
Tailored Reporting - Carlson Wagonlit Travel has the ability to provide your company with customized reports based on your needs. These allow your company to manage and organize travel expenses, reconcile credit card charges, and identify volume discount opportunities with suppliers.
Preferred Vendors - Carlson Wagonlit Travel works with a list of preferred vendors, tour companies and consolidators to ensure lowest available rates and a high quality of service.
Discounted Hotel Rates - The
Carlson Wagonlit Travel Alliance Hotel Program offers discounted rates at
over 13,000 hotels worldwide. We are able to view availability and rates via
our Global Reservation System which in turn is more time effective for the
client.
The participating hotel chains are:
Carlson Hotels Worldwide - 1000+, negotiated rates - (Radisson/Country Inn and Suites/Park Plaza/Park Inn) – The best discounts will be with these hotels
Choice - 4950+ , dynamic pricing - 5-10% less than corporate
Fiesta Americana - 60+ negotiated rates, lower than consortia
Hilton Family - 2300+ consortium rates
LaQuinta - 550+ consortium rates
LXR Luxury Hotels & Resorts - 30+ consortium rates
Marriott (all brands) - 2800+ B.A.R. (Best Available Rate)
Outrigger - 20+ negotiated rates, lower than consortia
Starwood - 850+ best available rate
WorldHotels - 500+ consortium rates
Wyndham - 80+ negotiated rates, lower than consortia
Exclusive Car Rental Rates and Amenities - The car rental companies in our preferred supplier list are Alamo, Auto Europe, Avis, Budget, Carey International, and National. By booking these rental companies directly with Carlson we are able to offer 5%-15% off.
National - Emerald Aisle Membership link: National – Complimentary membership for Carlson Wagonlit Travel clients
Weissmann Travel Reports - Custom reports with useful information for your trips based on a specific destination. These reports can be requested at anytime for any trip.
Northwest Airlines Biz Perks - This is a way for your company to earn rewards and free travel benefits while travelers can still earn individual World Perk miles.
Leisure/Personal Travel Services
- Our Company consists of five offices. Each of our agents specializes in a
certain area of the world. Our Leisure Agents are up to date with the latest
information and can offer special discounts with our vendors.