One of the most common questions I am asked is, “What are
the benefits of using a travel agent?”
How many times have you needed a question answered in regards to your
taxes, golf tee times, or even your phone bill and had to play the touch tone
game, when all you want is to talk to a person.
In this day where modern technology seems to be replacing real live
humans, there are still times where talking to a person considered an expert in
their field is appreciated.
A travel agent provides knowledge, experience and expertise
while guiding travelers through the maze of options available on that huge
world-wide web. As well as helping you
plan a customized vacation, a travel consultant can save you time, money and
frustration.
Consider the following reasons why a travel consultant can
be invaluable:
1. Customized
Travel Planning
Your first thought is, “I really want to go somewhere, but I don’t know
where.” A travel consultant can help
steer you in the right direction with qualifying questions such as:
i.
Do you prefer time at the beach or in the
mountains?
ii.
Do you want to stay in just one place or visit
several locations?
iii.
Where have you already been and what’s on your
bucket list?
These questions help to determine which type of vacation best suits your
needs and wants. Remember that a travel
consultant can also help you with the small details, like finding a good hotel,
finding the right excursions for your family, knowing where to shop for that
perfect souvenir, travel insurance and more.
2. Troubleshooting
We’ve all heard those “stories” of the vacations that went wrong. And Murphy’s Law – they always go wrong on a
weekend, holiday, or late at night. When
you’ve booked your trip through a travel consultant, consider me your safety
net as I can help you deal with your travel emergency and put you in touch with
the right people.
3. Experience and Education
There are many who call themselves travel
agents. Look for the consultants who
have some education and training in the field, who travel regularly and can
share first-hand knowledge, who may be a specialist in your areas of interest, whether
it be ocean cruising, river cruising, resorts, or specific destination.
Consider Travel Adventures by Michelle when planning your
next getaway!
