Misconceptions About Using A Travel Agent
In this age of the internet, some people are opting to search out, plan and book their own vacations online. While the internet is a great tool for research, the trend is now shifting back to using a travel consultant/agent, as the informed traveler knows that the quality and service that a good agent will provide for them is invaluable. Listed below are some of the more common misconceptions that fed this initial online trend.
It Costs More to Use a Travel Agent. Not the case at all, even though consumers have access to a multitude of “lowest price” sites. We all know cheapest is not always best. The travel agent looks for a quality product, with preferred, reputable travel wholesalers that we have negotiated with to provide competitive pricing and/or upgraded values. You don't pay more for the same product when you use a travel agent; you get quality and value, plus the added bonus of services a good agent can provide!
Travel Agents Charge a Fee for Their Services. We do not charge additional fees. We are compensated for our time and services from the travel wholesalers that we purchase our products through. This fee is already incorporated into the pricing and is NOT an additional charge regardless if you purchase it yourself online, except now you have the services of Personal Honeymoon Consultant. So why not have a professional assist you and do the legwork for you. When you book online they keep the money, give little service and you do all the work. Really, why would you book on the Internet if you could get the same price with local personal service? – Call us today. What are you waiting for?
Travel Agents Do Not have My Best Interest in Mind, They Just Want to Make a Sale. Travel agents, like anyone else try to earn a living, this much is true. Choosing a career as a travel agent isn't a decision made out of a love for money. A good agent does what is best for their client even if it's advising them against an option that would better benefit the agent financially. We know our clients have other choices, and while every industry has their unethical players, we pride ourselves on customer satisfaction and integrity; repeat business and referrals are crucial to our service oriented industry.