The first thing most vacation-seekers search online to make their reservations. The internet offers convenience and control quickly turns into confusion, indecisiveness and anxiety not to mention a huge time and money drain. I receive emails asking for help from these exact problems from vacationers.
A travel agent is your personal tour guide, your friend and your partner that will offer you options for your perfect vacation.

Travel Planners  "Work for You" - Hotels, vacation package companies and cruise lines all include travel agent commissions in their published prices. If you do all the work yourself online, they "pocket" the difference. Using the services of a travel planner means you get the personalized customer service you deserve. You won't be spending hours on the internet, holding on the phone for ever or wasting any precious time wondering and worrying.

Travel Planners Do Not Cost More - Travel agents basically earn their living by the commissions they earn from the sales of hotel stays, cruises, sightseeing and rental cars.

Travel Planners Do Not Hard Sell - Any good travel agent knows it's not about making the sale, it's about creating happy clients. Happy clients become friends to come back to you every year and recommend you to others. Most travel agents feel satisfaction of a job well done when we save our clients money with a great deal. We make our recommendations based on the specific needs and requests of our clients. We will offer suggestions. The main goal is for our clients to make the most informed decisions to get the most value for their vacation dollars.

Travel Planners Find Rates to Fit Your Budget - We have access to cruise cabin rates that online shoppers will never find. This feature alone will save you money. Beyond pricing, good travel planners have the buying power to get extra amenities like ship board credits or insider tours that can also enhance your family's vacation.

Travel Planners Offer Affordable Payment Plans
Online booking require payment in full at the time you confirm your reservations. If you plan ahead and use a travel planner, you will only be required to pay a small deposit to confirm your family's vacation reservations. Final payment for your trip will usually be required 45 to 60 days prior to your departure. This means your travel agent can set up a monthly vacation layaway program that could make your vacation more affordable.

•  Save You Time
•  Understand The Fine Print
•  Have Contacts
•  Have Specialized Expertise
•  Have Priceless Advice
•  Prevent Hassles
•  Babysit Your Reservations
•  Offer Affordable Payment Plans
•  Work On Your Behalf

Travel Planners Have Priceless Advice
First hand experience and knowledge are what will change a typical vacation into a real memorable experience. Even though good travel agents professionally invest in their own travel to gain this experience, not every Travel Agent can humanly know every destination in the world. That said, good travel agents have a network and know exactly who to call to get the answers their clients need.