You can certainly book travel by yourself, but why would you want to? Travel advisors can elevate every trip. They know how to get the best value for your time and money, and thanks to their global connections, they can VIP you at hotels, on cruise lines, on tours, and more.
A great travel advisor can . . .
. . . offer that personal touch.
We get to know every one of our clients personally so we can custom tailor what works best for you. Unlike booking websites, we go above and beyond to make sure all your questions get answered. We have your back through the entire process so that the stress never gets in the way of your trip. This is not a search engine or anonymous voice; it is an individual who is with you before, during, and after your travel experience. That’s personal attention you won’t find anywhere else.
. . . provide expert guidance.
Which hotel should you choose in Paris? What tour operator should you use in Japan? Who can pick you up at the airport? What’s the best cruise line for the Amazon? Each of these questions involves matching you with the best suppliers for your unique situation. Travel advisors have personal experience with these suppliers, and their insider knowledge can be invaluable. And the best part, it all comes at no extra cost!
. . . find the best value.
A travel advisor will seek to find you the best possible travel options at the best possible price. Through our supplier relationships, we can usually beat, or at least match, any prices that you find online. Many people are simply unaware that travel agents are compensated by travel suppliers, and not by their clients. You will never pay any more for my personal service and expertise than you would to book your vacation yourself, and you will never be charged any fees.
. . . save you time and stress.
Sure reading about a destination can be fun, but planning a trip is hard work. We want you to be involved as much or as little in the process as you’d like, but having professional help with the planning and logistics can have a big impact. Travel today is more complicated than ever with new resorts, new airline categories, new cruise ships, unique experiences, new promotions…keeping up can be a full time job!
. . . be your personal advocate.
I will educate you on critical issues you might overlook, such as alerting you to travel advisories or warnings for destinations, ensuring your layover is long enough to get through customs, and making known the availability of travel insurance. In the rare case that something on your trip doesn’t go as planned, I will be your biggest advocate to do everything possible to get your vacation back on track.