Turning the impossible into reality, Guest Experience Services are the masterminds behind the creation of ultimate luxury villa stays. Within the world of high-end hospitality lies a team dedicated to ensuring a guest’s stay is personalized, seamless, and, of course, unforgettable. From private jet arrivals to dinners under the stars crafted by in-demand chefs, there’s no stone left unturned when it comes to opulent villa stays.
For GE Services, no guest request is too grand, and the team is always up for the challenge. Experience shows that past guests have spent up to 500,000 THB (USD 16,000) on bespoke services. The most common occasions for big-ticket spending on prearranged services (excluding weddings) are intimate birthday parties and milestone celebrations.
In this article, we present the most extravagant guest requests by actual The Luxury Signature clients, giving you an idea of how to craft your very own bespoke villa stay.
1. Private Jet Arrivals
Away from the hassles of queues and prying eyes while traveling, private jet arrivals are some of the most sought-after requests. High-value income earners who want to avoid stressful situations at the airport often pair this request with a private car and driver pick-up and drop-off; it’s the most comfortable and fastest way to get to the villa.
Offering the ultimate in convenience, privacy, and luxury from the very start of the guest experience, discerning travelers seek a seamless journey from door to door. It aligns perfectly with the exclusivity of a luxury villa stay, allowing guests to arrive on their schedule, refreshed and ready to enjoy. For many, it’s not just about transportation, but about maintaining a high standard of comfort, discretion, and personalized service throughout their entire getaway.
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2. Exclusive Yacht Charters
Yacht charters are in high demand, and it’s one of the most requested adventures in our tropical itineraries. Premium yachts are frequently booked for special occasions and exclusive cruises, where sailing on a beautiful boat around a secluded cove creates the picture-perfect scenery for island hopping.
Yacht charter requests often include add-ons, such as wine service, party decorations, or water sports equipment, accompanied by guides or diving instructors. Destinations such as Phuket, Koh Samui, and Bali are surrounded by neighboring islands that are destinations in themselves, so discovering nearby islands is a highly coveted activity. Yacht charters allow guests to explore at their own pace without having to squeeze in as little time as possible to meet boat schedules.
Scuba diving lessons, snorkeling, deck yoga, and massages are just some of the many activities that can be experienced on board. Aside from these activities, catering and even live DJs can be included in the charter for a truly unforgettable sailing experience on tropical shores.
3. Premium Wines and Spirits
Vacations are meant for relaxing and socializing when you’re traveling with loved ones or a large group. During these moments together within the villa, whether spent by the pool or in after-dinner gatherings, these guests seek to enhance their stay with premium offerings.
Guest requests for premium wines and spirits are in demand, where vintage spirits, rare wines, and “party size” bottles of champagne are often ordered for high-end gatherings. Many of these bottles cost hundreds of US dollars, but money is never an issue for high-value income earner guests. When it comes to vacations, indulgence is part of the equation, and what better way to make a memorable night than with the best wines and spirits?
4. Private Beach Club Reservations
Speaking of socializing, when private villa guests seek to go out and enjoy the destination’s offerings, private beach clubs offer exclusive lounges with breathtaking sunset views and 5-star services. Reservations in private beach clubs are a must for all guests, especially if they want to get the best tables and cabanas.
At Phuket’s Yona Beach Club, afternoon and evening rates at a Maxi Cabana for 8 guests can cost 52,000 THB (around USD 1,6o0) including credit for food and drinks. Meanwhile, Cafe del Mar’s rates include a poolside cabana for 12 guests that can cost around 50,000 THB (around USD 1,500) plus additional charges.
In Koh Samui, Nikki Beach is the go-to beach club for unique experiences and personal touches. Typically requiring a minimum spend of $700 for their most expensive cabana, it’s the elite club of choice for those looking for a chic and relaxing spot to watch the island’s best sunsets.
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5. Bespoke Floral Arrangements
Floral arrangements can be expensive in Thailand, as most flowers need to be shipped to Phuket or Koh Samui, where many of our villas are located. Bespoke floral arrangements are a truly special feature in our private villas, whether it’s for daily decor or a spectacular arrangement for a special occasion. Prices initially depend on the location of the villa, the design of the arrangements, and the type of rare flowers requested.
Often asked for intimate parties, celebrations, proposals, anniversaries, or honeymoons, custom flower arrangements and decor can make an already romantic getaway even more memorable.
6. Live In-Villa Performers
For nights when guests prefer to stay within the villa, performers and entertainers can come to you. Some of our in-villa performances have included fire dancers, Thai cultural dancers, and live music performers. Although these entertainers may have regular gigs at well-known establishments, past guests have requested private and exclusive in-villa performances.
For custom performances, such as singers or live bands playing specific songs for proposals, anniversary parties, or if you simply want to create a romantic atmosphere, arrangements can be made in advance.
7. Fireworks
Fireworks are among our most requested extras for villa parties and celebrations, lighting up the sky as a culmination of a momentous occasion. Often added to parties, graduations, or proposals, GE services can arrange them with local party planners who have the best resources in our locations to create the perfect way to end a get-together or festivities.
8. Animal Encounters
While bringing animals of any kind to the villa is not recommended, it is possible to interact with wild animals privately in an ethical way. One guest request involved a private tour of a Phuket elephant sanctuary that cost 15,000 THB (around USD 465) per person, in which their group was able to feed and bathe the elephants by themselves with guidance from the sanctuary staff. This allowed the guests to have their own elephant experience away from the hassle of larger groups.
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Turning Vacations Into the Extraordinary
Overall, luxury travelers can be anywhere they want to be and do whatever they want. But, they need a team with the dedication and passion to create regular vacation days into something spectacular. GE Services consistently go above and beyond to develop bespoke villa experiences, where no request is ever too small or too large.
Whether it’s arranging a private jet to Phuket or snorkeling in a secluded cove, GE Services has the capacity and best resources to make it happen. Luxurious holidays are no longer just about infinity pools and gorgeous ocean views; they have become a personalized experience, where guests are not only pampered but also indulge in things that are out of the ordinary.
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The Luxury Signature represents and manages reservations of the finest villa rentals in Southeast Asia, specializing in some of the most stunning destinations including the islands of Phuket and Samui in Thailand, and Bali, Indonesia.
