Berkeley Travel

Spear’s Review

International travel concierge firm Berkeley Travel prides itself on delivering a ‘faultless service’ that’s built on cultivating ‘deep partnerships’ to give clients unparalleled service at ‘advantageous rates’. Bespoke touches – VIP welcome notes from hotel owners, complimentary breakfasts and access to the finest spas – are always included.

Whether they are after sun, snow or snorkelling, guests look to Berkeley to spotlight the best luxury hotels, lodges and resorts across the globe, including Greece, Mexico, Switzerland, Bhutan, Zanzibar and the Maldives.

In association with an array of private aviation companies, Berkeley can also make transfers seamless, while sister company Berkeley Lifestyle is a full-service concierge service that can assist with everything from art dealing to real estate. 

In 2024, Berkeley Travel launched its first annual magazine and was one of the first travel agencies to accept Bitcoin as payment for holidays.

Company Profile

Berkeley Travel is a world-leading connoisseur of luxury travel and bespoke holidays and is the flagship brand under the international umbrella of companies of The Berkeley World portfolio. The agency was founded by Simon Binke and Andrew Bezhenar, who between them have over 30 years’ experience in luxury travel.

Built on more than 30 years of experience, the travel concierge and agency was founded on a mission to deliver an unrivalled level of service to a discerning clientele and has since become one of the finest names in the luxury travel industry. 

Specialising in curating exceptional itineraries for both private and corporate clients, the agency was created on a foundation of trust and localised insider knowledge, along with connections across the sector that are second to none and the most advantageous rates exclusively for its customers. 

Adapting to each traveller’s personal needs, the Berkeley Travel team ensures plans flow seamlessly, and dedicated agents are available to cater to the demanding lifestyles of their affluent client base. 

Be it a once-in-a-lifetime experience or a last-minute business trip, Berkeley Travel arranges everything from on-the-go travel to organising preferential treatment at hotels through a network of global partnerships with leading players and brands in the industry. 

Securing the best routes with private and commercial aviation at an hour’s notice and reserving the most in-demand tables are part of the unparalleled service Berkeley Travel and its sister concierge offering Berkeley Lifestyle have mastered so well. 

No request is too big for the team, who utilise their unique expertise and deep partnerships to make almost anything possible. 

Clients can expect to benefit from the most competitive fares when booking flights and a realm of perks ranging from complimentary upgrades to premium suites to hotel resort credits and additional amenities during their stays – all with that added Berkeley touch.