Virtuoso® and VizEat Partner to Offer Exclusive Immersive Food Experiences With Locals Worldwide

LONDON, April 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- VizEat, the leading immersive food experience platform with locals, and Virtuoso®, the preeminent global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, today announce their partnership. This new relationship provides Virtuoso's 15,200 travel advisors and their highly desirable clientele with access to VizEat's curated food experiences: delivering cultural experiences and social authenticity alongside Virtuoso's acclaimed luxury offerings.

VizEat boasts 22,000 hosts in over 110 countries offering unique culinary experiences (many occur in the host's home): this could be sharing a dinner, teaching a cooking class, a delightful food tour, a delicious wine tasting and much more.

All over the world travel advisors are seeking authentic travel experiences: whether it's an 18-year-old on their gap year, a family on their annual summer holiday, or a couple exploring the world in their retirement. VizEat offers a slice of authenticity and interaction with a local host over an original culinary experience - giving insight into the locals' life and culture.

VizEat joins Virtuoso's collection of 1,700 of the finest luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, tour operators and other suppliers in 140 countries. These partners, which specialize in world-class client service and experiences, work in concert with Virtuoso advisors to provide clients with superior offerings, rare opportunities and exceptional value. Virtuoso agencies sell more than (U.S.) $21.2 billion annually, making the network the most significant player in luxury travel.

Cece Drummond, Virtuoso's managing director, Destinations & Experiences, says, "Virtuoso is incredibly selective with the new partners it accepts, as they must share our commitment to exceptional client service and unparalleled offerings. VizEat's innovative concept is a perfect fit with two trends Virtuoso has observed growing of late: culinary travel and the desire to enjoy authentic local experiences. VizEat provides the ability to bring destinations to life through food, allowing our advisors to design truly unique experiences that connect their clients to the local people and the culture on a different level."

VizEat co-founder and CEO Jean-Michel Petit says, "We're thrilled to partner with Virtuoso, a company which represents the very best in travel. It's a great match for both of us: Virtuoso's advisors use their global connections to plan the most memorable experiences for their clients and VizEat is aligned in this search for unforgettable and authentic moments."

SOURCE VizEat