Our Why
Why Work with Us
When it comes to experiencing the best of the best in travel, it’s all vetted destinations, connections, and personalized recommendations.
Heather Hodes Travel's affiliation with Largay Travel and membership to the Virtuoso Network allows the travelers who work with us to tap into a world of in-the-know expertise, unbelievable travel perks, support throughout their travels, and – most importantly – warmer welcomes, deeper connections, and superior experiences in the places they visit.
Hotel & Resort Benefits
From Argentina to Zambia, we have personal contacts at over 2,000 exceptional Virtuoso-preferred properties in over 100 countries. Through my exclusive Virtuoso arrangements, we are able to offer our clients VIP treatment and complimentary extras.
• Preferred rates and availability
• Room upgrades upon arrival, subject to availability
• Value-added amenities (minimum of $100 value)
• Daily complimentary breakfast for two
• Early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
Ocean & River Cruise Benefits
We partner with the world’s leading luxury cruise lines to custom-tailor your at-sea and port experiences. And, as our client, you’ll automatically be eligible for Virtuoso Voyages complimentary extras reserved exclusively for Virtuoso travelers.
• Shipboard credits
• Virtuoso-exclusive shore excursions
• Exclusive 'welcome aboard' receptions
• Dedicated on-board hosts
• Private car & driver
• Specialty dining
• Pre-paid gratuities
Tour & Experience Benefits
Our Virtuoso preferred destinations & experience partners worldwide will help make the most of your precious leisure time. Wherever you travel, they are a true extension of our services, ensuring that your itineraries perfectly match your tastes and preferences.
• VIP treatment and recognition
• Custom-tailored experiences & itineraries
• Private Virtuoso-exclusive access
Air, Yacht, Auto and Travel Insurance Benefits
Through Virtuoso, we partner with over 75 of the world’s top commercial and yacht and private air carriers, car rental programs, and travel insurance providers to secure negotiated fares products, and services.
• Exclusive negotiated global air fares & upgrades (including private jets and charters)
• Worldwide car rental discounts & perks
• Preferred travel insurance rates and prioritized client services
Travel Diva Makes it Easy
Heather is a fantastic communicator and makes planning a trip so easy! Her worldwide contacts with hotels, guides, tour companies and local experts will ensure that your experience will be organized, interesting and tons of fun. It was so nice to have the paperwork and planning all taken care of by her team, allowing us to enjoy a hassle-free trip.
- H. Kight | November 2025
The World's best places to stay
Virtuoso Hotel Bookings
Intimate retreats, sustainable safari camps, gorgeous beach resorts … and so much more. There’s a world of dream stays to discover within Virtuoso’s curated collection of more than 1,400 hotels, resorts, lodges, villas, camps, and private islands. Ready to go? Your next getaway starts here.
