O2 Beach Club & Spa has been accepted into Virtuoso®’s exclusive portfolio of luxury travel partners, comprising 2,300 preferred suppliers in 100 countries. According to Patricia Affonso-Dass, CEO and group general manager of Ocean Hotels Barbados, O2 Beach Club & Spa’s inclusion in Virtuoso will present new sales and marketing opportunities to the network’s luxury travel advisors and their highly desirable clientele. Virtuoso agencies worldwide sell an average of (U.S.) $35 billion annually, making the network the most significant player in luxury travel.
“Being named a preferred partner by Virtuoso is a tremendous honor,” said Affonso-Dass. “We are proud to be a part of the select group of all-inclusive resorts approved by Virtuoso, offering distinguished experiences to our guests. We look forward to collaborating with Virtuoso advisors to create unforgettable memories for their clients at our special Caribbean island paradise.”
O2 Beach Club & Spa joins Virtuoso’s collection of the finest luxury hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, tour operators and other travel entities worldwide. These partners, which specialise in world-class client service and experiences, provide superior offerings, rare opportunities and exceptional value for Virtuoso clients. These prestigious providers are able to market to Virtuoso clients via network vehicles and to Virtuoso agencies through multiple communications channels and events, including Virtuoso Travel Week, luxury travel’s preeminent worldwide gathering. O2 Beach Club & Spa’s acceptance into Virtuoso gives it direct relationships with the world’s leading leisure travel agencies in North and Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East.
Since opening in October 2021, O2 Beach Club & Spa has distinguished itself as a contemporary luxury destination in Barbados, redefining service excellence that reflects the island’s warm hospitality, while ensuring the inclusion of high-quality gourmet dining. The beachfront oasis provides a modern escape, seamlessly blending elegance with authentic Bajan experiences. The resort features three swimming pools, including one of the only rooftop pools on the island; six dining experiences; seven bars; and the 5,600-square foot full-service Acqua spa, which offers panoramic ocean views from its 8th-floor location and the only Hammam treatment room in Barbados. O2’s “how-to” classes, featuring engaging topics such as how to prepare local recipes and how to play dominoes like a local, allow guests to return from their travels with new skills and an authentic taste of local culture.
