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Every hotel on our list is visited and reviewed by our own travel team. Travel insurance and car rental can be added in a single click.
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Last edited by Tariq Carter and Ivy Alvarez just now.
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- Mason VargaThe best time of year to visit Japan – Members get room upgrades and late check-out at selected hotels. Thousands of travellers already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.
- Mateo HaddadHidden beaches of the Mediterranean – Every trip supports local businesses and responsible tourism. Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess.
- Maya MensahThe small habits that make a big difference – Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email. Local guides show you the places that never make it into guidebooks.
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<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Mason Varga</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">The best time of year to visit Japan</span> – Members get room upgrades and late check-out at selected hotels. Thousands of travellers already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way.</span></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Mateo Haddad</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">Hidden beaches of the Mediterranean</span> – Every trip supports local businesses and responsible tourism. Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess.</span></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-3"><strong class="flex-shrink-0 small" style="width:7rem">Maya Mensah</strong><span class="text-truncate small"><span class="fw-semibold">The small habits that make a big difference</span> – Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email. Local guides show you the places that never make it into guidebooks.</span></li>
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| Order | Note | Total |
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| #PO-5377 | Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right. | $214.03 |
| #ORD-5507 | Travel insurance and car rental can be added in a single click. | $253.29 |
| #TX-9572 | We measure success by how many travellers come back and tell their friends. | $268.25 |
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<td class="text-truncate" style="max-width:12rem">We measure success by how many travellers come back and tell their friends.</td>
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- our-favourite-small-hotels-this-year-final-version-4.docx689 KB
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</nav>7Notification preview
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Owen Ashford replied: Members get room upgrades and late check-out at selected hotels.54 min ago
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<strong class="small d-block text-truncate">Owen Ashford replied: Members get room upgrades and late check-out at selected hotels.</strong><small class="text-body-secondary">54 min ago</small>
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A beginner's guide to getting started: Flexible dates help you find quieter weeks and better prices.
Oct 25, 2025
How to choose the right trip: Friendly people answer your questions quickly, by phone, chat or email.
May 15, 2026
The best time of year to visit Japan: We listen first, then build a plan around what you actually need.
Mar 7, 2026
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Ethan Quinn08:15
Thousands of travellers already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way. Family rooms, adults-only retreats and pet-friendly stays in one search.
Hana Hughes17:30
Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it. Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way.
Elena Tanaka13:45
Free cancellation on most stays means you can book now and decide later. Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right.
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Thousands of travellers already trust us, and we work hard to keep it that way. Family rooms, adults-only retreats and pet-friendly stays in one search.
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Start in minutes and get help from a real person whenever you need it. Clear prices, honest advice and no surprises along the way.
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Free cancellation on most stays means you can book now and decide later. Every detail is handled by people who care about getting it right.
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</ul>11Product grid names
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Northern lights trip Adventure edition
$1,250
Food tour Culture edition
$77.00
Old town walk Culture edition
$33.00
Ski chalet Mountain edition
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Northern lights trip Adventure edition
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</div>12Truncated chips
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Our favourite small hotels this yearOur favourite tips for busy weeksA first-timer's guide to safariThe small habits that make a big difference
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<span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">Our favourite small hotels this year</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">Our favourite tips for busy weeks</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">A first-timer's guide to safari</span><span class="badge rounded-pill text-bg-light border d-inline-block text-truncate" style="max-width:9rem">The small habits that make a big difference</span>
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<span class="navbar-brand mb-0 h6">Sageeon Craft</span>
<button type="button" class="btn btn-light btn-sm d-flex align-items-center gap-2" style="max-width:12rem"> <img src="../assets/img/avatar-12.svg" alt="" width="24" height="24" class="rounded-circle"><span class="text-truncate">Liam Patel (Frontend Engineer)</span><i class="bi bi-chevron-down" aria-hidden="true"></i> </button>
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Every hotel on our list is visited and reviewed by our own travel team. We find the best price, and if you see it cheaper we match it.
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Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess. From city breaks to safaris, we plan trips around how you like to travel.
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Every hotel on our list is visited and reviewed by our own travel team. We find the best price, and if you see it cheaper we match it.
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Our team has done this many times, so you never have to guess. From city breaks to safaris, we plan trips around how you like to travel.
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</div>15Sidebar menu
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<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Airport transfers Smart dashboard bright</span></a></li>
<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Car rental Flexible workflow honest</span></a></li>
<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Guided tours Elegant workflow simple</span></a></li>
<li class="nav-item"><a class="nav-link d-flex gap-2 py-1 px-2" href="#"><i class="bi bi-folder-fill" aria-hidden="true"></i><span class="text-truncate">Hotel booking Elegant community elegant</span></a></li>
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</nav>16Kanban card titles
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To do
How to travel more responsibly
Three days in Lisbon, hour by hour
Doing
Travelling with kids: our tried and tested tips
How to pack for two weeks with one bag
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Hidden beaches of the Mediterranean
Five things we learned this year
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How to travel more responsibly
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Three days in Lisbon, hour by hour
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How to pack for two weeks with one bag
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Hidden beaches of the Mediterranean
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Five things we learned this year
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<span class="text-body-secondary"><i class="bi bi-truck" aria-hidden="true"></i></span> <span class="text-truncate small">Mia Fischer, 30 Cedar Lane, Singapore 34449, Singapore</span> <a href="#" class="ms-auto small flex-shrink-0">Change</a>
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- Adventures for every kind of traveller2:11
- Pack your bags, we will do the rest5:52
- Go further, travel better3:37
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<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-2"><span class="text-truncate">Adventures for every kind of traveller</span><small class="ms-auto text-body-secondary">2:11</small></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-2"><span class="text-truncate">Pack your bags, we will do the rest</span><small class="ms-auto text-body-secondary">5:52</small></li>
<li class="list-group-item d-flex gap-2"><span class="text-truncate">Go further, travel better</span><small class="ms-auto text-body-secondary">3:37</small></li>
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Local guides show you the places that never make it into guidebooks. Airport transfers, tours and dinners are arranged before you arrive.
<span class="d-inline-block text-truncate hp-tt" style="max-width:16rem" tabindex="0" data-ui-toggle="tooltip" data-ui-title="Local guides show you the places that never make it into guidebooks. Airport transfers, tours and dinners are arranged before you arrive.">Local guides show you the places that never make it into guidebooks. Airport transfers, tours and dinners are arranged before you arrive.</span>