Elite access
Insider Advantages and Elevated Benefits, Backed by Professional Booking Tools
Designed for confident, independent travelers who enjoy planning their own trips but value insider access, preferred benefits, and professional booking tools typically reserved for travel advisors. Enrollment is limited and opens twice a year: August & February.
Designed for confident, independent travelers who enjoy planning their own trips but value insider access, preferred benefits, and professional booking tools typically reserved for travel advisors. Enrollment is limited and opens twice a year: August & February.
Elite Access
Self-Directed Luxury Travel
Masterfully Planned Experiences knows that sometimes planning your own trip brings a certain joy. If you prefer to choose your own hotels, research restaurants, museums, and neighborhoods, and put together your itinerary, we offer Elite Access. Your annual membership grants you access to our professional booking tools, including preferred status, upgrade opportunities, and amenities that far exceed the value of your yearly commitment.
Enrollment is limited and opens twice a year: August & February.
“While I enjoy planning travel on my own, having MPE Elite Access is an absolute no-brainer. During our last trip, we were upgraded to an ocean-facing suite, given daily breakfast for two, a complimentary spa treatment, and guaranteed late checkout. The MPE team contacts the hotel in advance to ensure every detail is included in the reservation.”
Emily, Elite Access member
Founding Rate: $750 (Next enrollment opens August 1, 2026)
Members pay annually at the founding rate for as long as they remain active. Once our summer allotment is full, Elite Access increases to $995.
The savings on a single booking generally exceed the annual fee. Join the waitlist for more details, with no obligation.
- Exclusive luxury hotel booking platforms not available to the public
- Preferred rates and curated amenities at select partner properties
- Insider booking tools for elevated, self-directed travel
Elite Access does not include trip planning or itinerary design.
Concierge Support (Optional Add-On):
Available exclusively to Elite Access members, MPE Concierge Support offers personalized, on-demand assistance without the commitment of full-service planning.
Concierge Services May Include:
- Dining reservations and special access
- Transportation coordination
- Additional hotel sourcing beyond standard booking tools
Pricing: Starting at $500 per trip, based on scope.
ELEVATED INDEPENDENT TRAVEL. PLAN FREELY AND MASTERFULLY.
A Note from Alison
I have traveled to more than 55 countries, developing trusted relationships with exceptional properties and a deep understanding of how preferred partnerships like Virtuoso truly work.
Many experienced travelers thoughtfully plan their own journeys and invest in remarkable hotels, yet remain unaware of the additional level of access available to them. With a simple shift in how reservations are made, those same stays can include meaningful privileges and added value.
Elite Access extends our Virtuoso benefits to a select group of independent travelers. You continue to plan and book your own trips while gaining access to the same preferred partner advantages as our full-service clients.
Behind the scenes, our team confirms amenities, advocates for upgrades, and works directly with each property to ensure everything is in place prior to arrival.
“Elite Access elevated the way I travel in ways I hadn’t realized were possible. The same hotels I’ve always chosen now greet me with upgrades, thoughtful amenities, and a level of recognition that feels truly exceptional. I still have full control, but now there’s a team quietly ensuring every detail is elevated before I even arrive. It’s a seamless way to travel better without adding complexity.”
Edward, Elite Access member
