05/14/2021
What is the value in using a Travel Consultant?
I just got off the phone with a potential destination wedding client who wanted to know "Why should I book my destination wedding with you instead of going to expedia for my travel like I usually do? My friend recommended I call you, but it seems like more work and expedia is so easy."
My reply was, that's a great question, and I will have a similar question for you after I tell you all of the benefits. First, and foremost, I make the travel portion of your destination wedding as stress free as possible. I will work directly with your guests to get them booked, keep track of everyone who is attending, their reservation dates and room categories, and answer any and all questions they may have about the resort and their travel. I will send you bi-monthly reports on who has booked and who has requested quotes. I will also offer them a low deposit option, fee and interest free, and they can make payments completely at their convenience until about 6 weeks before travel. Not only does this make it easier on guests, but they don't have to wait to book and risk the resort being sold out. I can be your point of contact for all of the wedding details and be as hands on or hands off with that portion of your destination wedding. I can also have a website setup for you so that your guests can see more details about your special day and the resort, and they can even book right on that page and be included in your group. Truth be told, though, I would rather they contact me directly so I can make sure their reservations are error free. Now, my question to you. Why would you not want to book your destination wedding with me?
She laughed and asked me to reach out to the resort about what dates are available for her wedding.
How has my response changed since I started as a Travel Consultant? I know my value, the expertise that I bring to the table, and am confident of what I can provide my clientele.