Travel Agent Partnership
Join Our Exclusive Travel Agent Partner Network
At St Martin Blue, we hold the invaluable partnership with travel agents and travel advisors in the highest regard. We extend a warm invitation to you to join our esteemed network of partners and embark on a journey to provide your clients with a luxury vacation planning experience that surpasses all expectations.
Unlock a World of Benefits
As a leading luxury villa company, St Martin Blue offers a distinctive selection of thousands of luxury villas and handcrafted experiences across the globe. Our commitment to excellence sets us apart, and we extend this excellence to our valued partners. Here's what makes partnering with us an exceptional choice:
- Destination Expertise: Our dedicated specialists focus on specific destinations, ensuring you receive unmatched insights into properties and destinations, creating the perfect match for your clients.
- Cutting-Edge Technology: Access our advanced search platform with live calendars, making villa selection seamless and efficient.
- Renowned Concierge Services: Your clients gain access to our acclaimed concierge and experiences team, curating the ultimate vacation experience.
- Transparent Commission Payments: Enjoy clarity with real-time commission tracking.
- Logistics Planning: Streamlined planning for activities, transfers, and more.
- Fraud Protection: Rest easy with 100% fraud protection.
- Exceptional Guest Ratings: Trust our high guest satisfaction ratings.
- Reward Points: Earn rewards for outstanding performance.
- Exclusive Online Tools: Access tools to share and book villas directly.
Discover the Travel Agent Portal: Your Gateway to Enhanced Booking
Our all-new Travel Agent Portal is designed to elevate your booking experience and collaboration with St Martin Blue. Key features include:
- Enhanced Search and Booking Tools: Precision in finding the perfect villa for your clients with intuitive filters and comprehensive details.
- Seamless Villa Sharing: Share villa options directly with clients for better collaboration.
- Real-Time Commission Tracking: Enjoy transparency with commission details at your fingertips.
- Direct Client Bookings: Streamline booking and client management through the platform.
- Earn Bonus Payments: High volume agents can receive additional bonus payments and preferred status.
Commission Structure
Our typical commission is 10% of the rental rate, with select properties offering commissions from 5 to 7.5% in certain destinations like Antigua, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Europe. Commissions are displayed on our platform when quoting travel dates.
Commission are paid at the end of a guest stay. Agents also earn reward points that unlock future rewards or bonus payments.
We welcome you to join our Travel Agent Partner Network and experience the pinnacle of luxury travel collaboration. Let's create extraordinary memories together and register today.
1.1. This Travel Agent User Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into between St Martin Blue LLC, a company registered in North Carolina, with its principal place of business at 1209 Churchill Downs Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina ("St Martin Blue"), and travel agent, an independent travel agent or agency ("Travel Agent"), collectively referred to as the "Parties".
1.2. By accessing and using the St Martin Blue website and its booking tools, Travel Agent agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement. If Travel Agent does not agree with any of these terms and conditions, they should not use St Martin Blue's website or services.
Booking Tools and Services
2.1. St Martin Blue grants Travel Agent access to its booking tools and services solely for the purpose of facilitating bookings for accommodations and travel services offered by St Martin Blue.
2.2. Travel Agent shall use St Martin Blue's booking tools and services in accordance with any applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
2.3. Travel Agent shall not use St Martin Blue's booking tools and services for any unlawful or fraudulent purposes, including but not limited to any unauthorized access, hacking, or data breaches.
2.4. Travel Agent is strictly restricted from utilizing St Martin Blue's booking and search tools and services to secure reservations for a property with any other entity, including other companies, online travel agencies (OTAs), rental platforms, or by directly contacting the property owner. Violation of this clause will result in suspension of privileges and permits St Martin Blue to seek compensation for lost revenue.
Proprietary Information
3.1. Travel Agent acknowledges that St Martin Blue's website, booking tools, and associated content are the exclusive property of St Martin Blue and may be protected by intellectual property laws.
3.2. Travel Agent agrees not to reproduce, distribute, or disclose St Martin Blue's proprietary information, including but not limited to website content, without prior written consent from St Martin Blue.
Financial Data
4.1. In the course of facilitating bookings, Travel Agent may have access to financial data, including but not limited to payment information and commissions related to guests and transactions.
4.2. Travel Agent agrees to handle all financial data in strict compliance with applicable data protection and privacy laws and regulations.
4.3. Travel Agent shall not disclose or use financial data for any purpose other than facilitating bookings and related transactions.
Confidentiality
5.1. Travel Agent shall maintain the confidentiality of all information obtained from St Martin Blue and its clients and guests, including but not limited to booking details, pricing information, and customer data.
Termination
6.1. St Martin Blue reserves the right to terminate Travel Agent's access to its booking tools and services at any time for any reason, with or without notice.
Commissions
7.1 The agent portal showcases the commissions that have been earned. Commissions are disbursed upon the conclusion of the guest's stay. US-based agents must complete a W-9 form and provide banking details for commission payments, while non-US agents will receive their commissions via wire transfer.
7.2 If a guest cancels their reservation, commissions will not be granted unless the full payment has been received and is non-refundable.
7.3 If a guest receives compensation for problems encountered during their stay, the commission will be adjusted proportionally and deducted accordingly.
7.4 The travel agent acknowledges and agrees that in order to qualify for commission payments, they must be directly responsible for originating a lead or reservation with clients seeking travel services provided by St Martin Blue.
Origination, for the purposes of this clause, refers to the act of actively engaging with potential clients, either through direct communication, marketing efforts, or other means, resulting in the client expressing a genuine interest in booking travel services through St Martin Blue.
Miscellaneous
8.1. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Parties and supersedes any prior agreements or understandings, whether oral or written.
8.2. Any disputes arising from this Agreement shall be governed by the laws of North Carolina, and the Parties agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in North Carolina.
Contact Information
9.1. For any questions or concerns regarding this Agreement, Travel Agent may contact St Martin Blue at [email protected].