New Collaboration between First Luggage and Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese

Rome (July 12, 2023) – Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese announces a new partnership with First Luggage, the premier luggage shipping service, to offer a seamless shopping and shipping experience for guests traveling in the Eternal City. The collaboration allows for a convenient and hassle-free shopping and travel experience without the worry of carrying additional luggage.

With this offering, guests staying at Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese can browse a curated selection of luggage options from various local stores, catering to different price points and style options. Once a guest has made their luggage selection, the hotel’s concierge will seamlessly coordinate with First Luggage’s VIP service team to facilitate the shipping process. Guests can opt for either regular or expedited service, depending on their needs and timeframe. First Luggage, renowned for its reliable and efficient shipping solutions, will handle all aspects of the shipment, from pickups to the hotel to customs clearance and timely delivery. Pricing depends on the dimensions and weight of the luggage, destination and which service is chosen, regular or expedited.

“With shopping regularly ranking in the top three of the most popular activities of travelers on holiday, we wanted to make the experience as stress free as possible, “ said Agostino Sità, Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese’s Chef Concierge. He continued, “now there’s no need to spend valuable vacation time looking to buy a suitcase or making shipping arrangements. We take care of it all.”

The new collaboration with First Luggage further solidifies Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese’s commitment to delivering personalized and exceptional experiences for its guests.

Room rates at Sofitel Villa Borghese start from €900 (approx. $983) per night. For reservations, email h1312-re@sofitel.com. For more info on Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese, visit https://all.accor.com/hotel/1312/index.en.shtml#origin=sofitel.

About First Luggage

First Luggage has been offering global door to door luggage transportation service to destinations around the world since 2004. Luggage is picked up from the home, office or hotel and delivered safely to the destination of one’s choice, with the traveler being updated on the progress of the bags every step of the way. The service is easy to book, either online, by email, by phone or WhatsApp. All shipping documents are completed for you by First Luggage – they also handle customs in their seamless process. Travelers can choose from various delivery timeframes including express and standard to ensure they arrive when desired. In addition to transporting standard luggage, First Luggage also offers specialized services for items such as sports equipment, musical instruments and even artwork. For all inquiries and information, visit www.firstluggage.com

About Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese:

Situated on a quiet street in the epicenter of Rome, Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese is a former 19th century Roman palazzo that lies within walking distance of some of the city’s best-known cultural landmarks and parks, including the Trevi Fountain, Villa Medici and Spanish Steps. Evoking the feel of a Roman home, the hotel has a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere that gives a sense of being truly immersed in the essence of this picturesque Italian city. Settimo, the hotel’s elegant rooftop lounge and restaurant, is a garden escape offering panoramic views overlooking the picturesque Villa Borghese gardens and St. Peter’s Basilica. Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese is owned and operated by AccorInvest. For more information on Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese, please visit https://www.sofitelrome.com/.

About AccorInvest

AccorInvest is both owner and operator of a property portfolio of more than 850 hotels, owned and leased, located in 26 countries of Europe, Latin America and Asia. The Group invests to consolidate its property portfolio through hotel acquisitions and renovations and new developments in Europe in the economy & midscale segments. AccorInvest relies on an international team of more than 30,000 employees. These talents practice complementary expertise: a deep knowledge of local conditions and opportunities, know-how in the Asset Management fields, longstanding passionate experts of the hospitality industry who are dedicated to delivering great service and unique guest experience. AccorInvest entered into long-term management contracts with Accor, owner of world-class brands such as ibis, Novotel, Mercure, etc., to offer operational excellence in its hotels. This privileged partnership assures continual enhancement of its hotel portfolio attractiveness and guest satisfaction.