Get Into Groups
Booking a group trip doesn’t have to be daunting. In fact, we’ve made sure of it, creating bespoke technology and customizing service and resources based on the feedback of our valued partners. Learn why we’re the longstanding leaders for group travel and the brands travel advisors across the country rely on for larger bookings.
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Know-How You Can Trust
With more than 45 years of group booking experience, expert customer care, strong supplier partnerships, and over 5,000 groups taking off annually to destinations near and far, you could say we know what we're doing.
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Crowd Your Earnings
More pax means more cash: the average commission on a group booking is an impressive $5,000!1 And with ALGV, it also means more rewards as you earn WAVES® points for every GroupEase® or Contracted Group booking.2
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Tech It Easy
We simplify our tech to simplify your life. Our VAX Agent Dashboard makes managing groups a thing of ease, providing you with your own customized overview and self-service options in a booking engine you already know well.
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Be a Show-Off
Flex your travel skills to dozens of new clients all at once. In just one group booking, you can demonstrate your destination expertise, your savings savvy, and overall support to everyone traveling ... all of whom will tell a friend.
Find Your Group Fit
Blue Sky Tours offers different parameters and perks for groups that range from huge to big to small .. and solutions that are just right. Find out if your group should be given GroupEase® status; is better FIT-based; or best as a traditional contracted group. From there, you'll be able to score outsized perks for any size group.
| GroupEase® | Contracted Group | |
|---|---|---|
| Size of Group | 5 room minimum, maximum varies by resort | 10 rooms or more |
| Traveler Names Needed | Not needed to request code but required at time of booking | No |
| Deposits | Not needed to request code but required at time of booking | Yes, initial group deposit |
| Payment Plan Option | Yes, available via Flex Pay | Yes, available via Flex Pay |
| Savings Type | Up to $225 off with a promo code exclusively for your group on top of other bonus hotel offers and incentives | Exclusively negotiated savings on top of other hotel offers and incentives |
| Pricing per Traveler | Varies based on time of booking | Set price for all travelers with reserved block inventory (airfare varies) |
| Reserved Block of Inventory | No | Yes |
| Custom Event Web Page | No | No |
| Groups Support | Yes, through the ALGV Contact Center | Yes, with a dedicated Groups Service Desk |
| Eligible for Add-ons (e.g. transfers, excursions, etc.) | Yes | Yes |
| Eligible for Travel Protection Plus | Yes, including Cancel for Any Reason and coverage for all published air | Yes, including Cancel for Any Reason and coverage for all published air |
Package Deals
That's what vacationers are when they travel together, and that's exactly what booking through Blue Sky Tours and our partner advisors can offer. We’ll match the perfect deals, destinations, hotels, air, transfers, and more to create unforgettable experiences.
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Destinations
From tropical coastlines to iconic skylines, you'll find the full range within our global portfolio.
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Flights
A wide availability of scheduled air makes hitting "Airplane Mode" even more satisfying.
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Hotels
More than just a backdrop, the right property is a key player when it comes to groups. With Blue Sky Tours, you can choose from thousands.
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Experiences
Stay on theme with focused group experiences for bachelor/ette parties, weddings, corporate events, and other special occasions.
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Transfers
Start and end every trip right with a seamless transfer to your group’s new home base— a must-have for any in-destination gathering.
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Excursions
Bonding on the beach is great, but even better? Adding adventure to the equation. Find laughter, wonder, and unique moments on a tour.
Group Resources
Every group needs a central gathering spot; this is yours. Find everything you need—training materials, booking tools, marketing collateral, and more—by visiting this hub, where we provide the tools for group success.
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Tailor Your Group with New Tech
With the Blue Sky Tours groups portal, you’re in control— set payments, manage fees, and customize terms to fit every group’s needs.
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Sales Team
Get to know your greatest allies in closing that GroupEase or contracted group booking: an award-winning team dedicated to groups.
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Service Team
Every group is different, which is why each is serviced exclusively by a designated service pod that acts as one unit to ensure seamless service.
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Self-Help Library
Everything you need to know is just a click away with ALGV’s comprehensive, on-demand resources.
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Education
Expert guidance and education to help level up your skills and success.
1 Average group commission is based off of average group size of 42 passengers, 21 rooms, with an average length of stay of 4 nights or more at a 4-star or higher rated hotel. Actual group commission may vary.
2 For complete details about WAVES®, visit www.algvacations.com/waves.
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