FAQ

A Bearleader is a well-travelled person and a tastemaker, a connaisseur in their own field: Michelin Star Chefs, Artists, Designers, Hoteliers or more. They are the insiders of the destination. Bearleaders unlocks unique experiences with The Bearleaders, and we have Destination Guides filled with their recommendations on where to eat, drink, stay, and what to do. The name ‘bear-leader’ was the nickname for the first travel guides in European travel history, during the Grand Tour in the 17th-19th century.

A Hosted Experience is an exclusive Bearleaders package curated and hosted by a Bearleader — a tastemaker closely connected to the hotel or to the destination. It is mostly held at a luxury hotel, and includes a stay paired with dinners and a unique experience, or - in some cases - a standalone activity, always with a personal touch. It can only be retrieved via Bearleaders or via one of the partners we work with.
It can be an experience on a date (usually a small group experience), or bookable all year long or for the season.

In case of 4 days with a chef for instance, the chef is around of course. But you have all the time in the world to do your own thing. In the case of a General Manager of a hotel will not always be there to greet you. They enable this Hosted Experience to happen, and you will be greeted by the hotel staff.

These packages are exclusively created by, and for Bearleaders in partnership with the hotel. They are only bookable on request via Bearleaders or via one of our partners.

Because these Hosted experiences are unique and customized. We have to check availability with the hotel.

You will receive a confirmation directly from the hotel. Your payment is also made directly to the hotel or to the tastemaker (The Bearleader), just like a regular booking. Unless we work with a partner who will sell the Hosted Experience exclusively.

In case the hotel has to cancel the Hosted Experience due to unforseen circumstances, you will be reimbursed according to the hotel’s cancellation policy.

In some cases the Hosted Experience is ideal for a group. For instance if it is a cooking class or a 4 day journey with a chef. That is why we organize it on a specific date, so you can join. To keep the Hosted Experience intimate, the Hosted Experience groups are limited to 4-14 guests. You can also book these group experiences privately with friends, colleagues or family.

No we are not a travel agency. We unlock special things for you to book. You have to book your own flight or transport, but we make sure - together with our partners- , that you will have a carefree holiday. We can request a transfer for you, from, and to the airport.

Yes. It doesn’t matter where you live. Anyone can send a request to book a Hosted Experience and book the experience (upon availability).

Yes you can. These experiences are also perfect to do with friends, family, management boards, clients or colleagues.

You can add special requests to the form (allergies, longer stays, transfer etc.). We will also contact you after you filled out the form. Or you can contact us via sales@bearleaders.com or via Whatsapp on +31850605646.

Please send us an email on info@bearleaders.com. And thank you in advance!