17/01/2023
4 Reasons to Use a Travel Agent for your Next Vacation
For most, we have all booked a plane ticket before. The mechanics of figuring out how to travel don’t seem too complicated. Many wonder why they would even need a travel agent. I thought the same thing as well once. It’s great to help people to travel. Some folks know exactly what they want to do and just let me handle all the details so they don’t have to. Others know a date or a budget but need some help with the rest to figure out what vacation is perfect for them. No matter where you are starting from, here are a few reasons why you should book your next vacation with a travel agent.
Reason #1: Knowledge.
The internet is full of information. But quite often that doesn’t always give us knowledge. For instance, it’s easy to look up on the internet the price of a cruise, but that information may not be enough. Not every cruise line might fit the expectation you might have for your vacation. A travel agent has this type of knowledge. They are happy to assist you with your own research and help clarify some of the remaining questions. A good travel agent can share knowledge, because they have probably already had the experience from their own travels.
Reason #2: Access.
One of the great perks to a travel agent is the access you have to a personal vacation planner. No long waits on hold to talk to a representative that may or may not have your best interest at heart. When you have a travel agent, it won’t feel like a chore to get the answer to all those smaller questions. A travel agent is ready and happy to answer any concerns you might have. Big or small. They are just an email, phone call or even a text away. They welcome your thoughts because a travel agent is there to better your traveling experience.
Reason #3: Savings.
Who isn’t looking to save money? Great travel agents have access to deals not found to the general market. And if they can’t find you a deal, they are always keeping their eyes open for new offers they can apply to your vacation. One of the best parts of my job is when I get to email a client letting them know they qualified for a new discount and they’ll be saving even more money on the trip they’ve already booked. That type of experience isn’t something you are likely to get anywhere else.
Reason #4: Peace of Mind.
As we all know, occasionally things don’t always go as planned. But when you book with a travel agent, you have an advocate to help if things go south. If your room isn’t what the hotel promised, or perhaps your tour is significantly different than what was advertised, a travel agent can be your first call. They are ready to do what they can to be your voice when you may not be able to. Travel agents can use their knowledge and experience to rectify situations and try to get your vacation back on track.
The best part of a good travel agent is the price. They offer their services with no fee. There’s no hidden extras to get all the perks. Big or small, whether it’s your first vacation or your yearly visit, a travel agent is there to make sure you have the best trip possible.