By Ben Freeman
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Today’s jetsetter has an appetite to live life to its fullest and has the means to do so. Swimming with orca whales in Norway, yes. A meet and greet with Drake in his private dressing room before a sold-out show in Toronto, sure, why not.   Or a private jet from London to an over exclusive party during Cochella, yes, that’s up there as well. Before recently, those experiences would be difficult to arrange for even the most resourced bon vivant. However today, with the launch of Velocity Black, all of that is within the reach and only as far away as their app on your phone.

Budget deals certainly don’t exist here, but exclusive offers on some of the most luxurious and exclusive experiences are this company’s unique selling points. With a penchant for exclusivity, Velocity Black provides a discrete service for the discerning traveler looking for their next unique getaway or bucket list item. Flights, hotels, events and festivals are just the tip of the iceberg of what this company can offer. Upon request, the opportunities that Velocity Black arrange are almost limitless. Giving you the opportunity to stand alongside celebrities such as Gigi Hadid and Martha Hunt with the app that powers the ultimate lifestyle from your pocket. Where other concierge companies organise through phone calls, emails and their website, Velocity Black has modernised the way private concierge companies operate. Their app provides members with experiences and a tailored concierge service in one place, with a private messaging area that can get you anywhere in the world in just one click of a button.

Clean, sharp and aesthetic, GQ says this is ‘the coolest app we’ve ever seen’, and we certainly can’t argue, being one button away from your next incredible adventure at any time of day, wherever you are on the planet, is an unrivalled service. Since its inception in 2014, Velocity Black has provided hundreds of experiences alongside its concierge service that guarantees a response within 60 seconds. The company’s key aim is to eliminate the stress of travel, time is a precious commodity and no one wants to waste it trying to work out what hotel you want to stay in in Tokyo. Their expert team have connections and knowledge all around the world and are prepared for any request. Velocity Black doesn’t just give you an amazing experience from when you set off on your travels, but from the moment you launch the app.

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"Delivering clients to some of the best Instagram posts in the world so beyond a trip to the beach,  expect serine waters on a private beach and a whole host of extras organised for you, from Michelin star dining experiences to preferential treatment at the best hotel in town."

The company was set up after the CEO, Zia Yusuf, was offered partner at Goldman Sachs and realised that whilst he had made money, he had not experienced the world. In knowing that we have such a short time on earth, he wanted to make the most of it, and allow other people to, by providing a service that would organise all of the time consuming admin required when organising a holiday for you, whilst maintaining the busy life schedule that is experienced by those at the top of their industry, much like he was.

Sounds like a dream? All of this can be available to you for an annual membership fee of £2,000, sadly there is currently a waiting list that varies on which city you are based but it’ll certainly be worth the wait. No closed lines or being put on hold, unbound by timezones, this is an unlimited highway to your next dream destination. Velocity Black doesn’t just give you access to one of the best networks of luxury companies and people across the globe, but also has offers on travel and hotels. Perks include free upgrades, transfers and early check ins at luxury hotels such as Aman Resorts and the four seasons. On top of this, get access to 30% off business and first class flights with major airlines such as British Airways and Delta. This app is more than worth it for the jet setting lifestyle and travel aficionado, with the diversity of options available it’s no wonder that the company has seen a growth of 848%.

The app isn’t just a place to book your next holiday, but to get inspiration and ideas, and with some of the experiences that they have organised, your bucket list will certainly be getting longer. From seemingly hiring out nature for the opportunity to swim with wild Orcas in Norway to dining inside an Egyptian pyramid, there isn’t much they can’t do. Their exclusive pop up events put on specifically for members of Velocity Black offer unique experiences that connect you with other inspiring and driven people. Just like the famous phase goes, they will never say no (within the boundaries of moral and ethical requests of course). Joining forces with AI technology, the company says that they are ’75% people and 25% AI’ to deliver a personal service whilst utilising the power of AI in tailoring the experiences that you can browse on the app to you by seeing where you have been before.

Going above and beyond is their passion as you’ll experience in holidays at some of the best destinations and experiences on the planet. If you wanted a trip to the beach during your stop over in Dubai, you’ll have that as well as a whole host of extras organised for you from Michelin star dining experiences to preferential treatment at the best hotel in the area or just to rent a car for the day for some sightseeing.

But this isn’t just the place for high end luxury, discover hidden gems wherever you travel, with Velocity Blacks team of highly experienced people that aren’t afraid to pick up the phone and do the hard grafting for you. Ultimately that is what the app is looking for, to remove all of the stress that we often experience when booking flights, hotels and restaurants. With this service all of that is taken care of for you, all they need is the dates and what you’d like to do and then pack your bags and prepare for an incredible experience.

Need to be in New York for 8pm tonight for a business dinner? Simply tap on the private messaging area of the app and you can get flights, a hotel and a dinner reservation booked whilst you are managing your accounts. The app is very versatile to suit these requirements and can be used in anything from holidays to these all important, last minute business trips; Anything from small requirements like needing to rent a car for the day to organising a party, this app has serviced over 45,000 experiences in 60 countries and is perfect for the wanderlust traveller. With some incredible reviews from experienced members of the company, it is a safe to say that you won’t look back when you’re swimming with blue whales in Sri Lanka.

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Ben Freeman

Ben Freeman is a freelance writer based in London. His adventures in London and abroad seek out events and destinations that few have heard of but that you’ll be dying to go to. With a keen eye for fine foods and cultural experiences Ben looks to unearth the hidden gems of a destination.

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