The Unmatched Value of Travel Agents: Elevating Your Travel Experiences
I get asked all the time, “Why should I use a travel agent, when I can do this on my own?”
Using a travel advisor improves value by delivering expert advice, exceptional client service, great prices and ongoing support. Value, at its core, is a subjective concept that comprises the worth or importance of something to an individual. It’s not solely related to budget.
When it comes to travel, experiences and memories are invaluable and, depending on your trip, can be significant investments. Using a travel agent adds immense value to your travel experiences and ensures the protection of those investments. Here are the top four ways:
1. Agents Provide Expert Travel Advice
People using a travel agent get more out of their vacation. As a trained industry professional, I can expertly navigate countless options for a trip. I provide clients insight if they visit a destination for the first time. I use local options whenever possible, providing an immersive experience and points of contact so clients can feel more at ease. Simply put, I create the details that take a vacation from good to incredible.
I’m also a seasoned traveler who shares first-hand experiences and tips, like must-visit galleries, monuments, the best times of year to visit, restaurants, and things to avoid. This experience grants clients informed recommendations based on their needs and can craft the perfect holiday.
2. Agents Deliver Financial Value
Many believe that removing the middleman (e.g. searching, planning, booking on your own) will save money. While you may find something less expensive online, you are viewing non-refundable, non-changeable, lowest-level options. If something happens on your trip, you’re stuck. If your room’s awful, you’re often out the money. This is a case of, “you get what you pay for.”
A key benefit of working with a travel agent is that I can often secure better fares and increase the value of your dollar. I have massive buying power, which allows clients exclusive extras such as room upgrades, onboard cruise credits, and front-of-the-line privileges. Staying within a client’s budget, I provide numerous options — from the popular to luxury, boutique to all-inclusive, guided or private — all at the best rates.
Using a travel agent also saves people their most valuable resource — time. I can save hours of stressful research, review comparison, and becoming ‘frozen by choice’ because someone forgot what website offered the best option at the lowest rate. By assessing your needs, and leveraging my vast resourceds, I can provide the right options for your perfect trip.
3. Agents Provide Personalized Service
Sometimes, things require a human component. Breakout Travel Co. provides an opportunity to build personalized relationships with clients and provide them with the best service for their needs. With online agencies or resources (Expedia, etc.), you usually have to plan everything yourself – from booking flights and hotels to finding out about local attractions. I will do all this for you, taking into account your personal preferences and budget. You are assured your trip will be tailored to your needs, giving you more control over the planning process.
Each person travels differently. You want to know you’re booking a trip that is right for you, at the best possible price. This is not a mere transactional experience. I take pride in making exceptional experiences and lifelong memories. And, I enjoy taking care of my clients. It’s why I went into business.
“I highly recommend Breakout Travel Co. for your travel needs! I recently utilized this company to book travel to NYC and had a phenomenal time. The overall process to get all my travel plans arranged and setup was seamless. Not only that but I definitely got a lot of pro tips on what to do, where to go, how to get around the city. I felt 100% supported along the way!”
4. Peace of Mind
Perhaps the most valuable aspect of working with a travel advisor is the peace of mind. Knowing you have an advocate, an ally, and someone who genuinely cares for your happiness and well-being can significantly enhance your travel experience. With a travel advisor, you can travel with confidence knowing you have someone to turn to for support and guidance.
THINGS HAPPEN. Severe weather, global technology disruptions, political unrest, canceled flights, personal emergencies…the list goes on. The last thing you want to do on vacation is stress about how you will get to your destination or safely get home. This is an often overlooked value of travel agents.
When you book your trip with an agent, travel insurance provides a good safety net. Good agents know and understand the best insurance for that particular trip. While on vacation, if something does occur, you won’t need to wait in long lines or spend hours online stressing about finding a solution to your problem. I am just a phone call away and can direct you accordingly with the utmost professionalism.
Thanks to the expert advice you receive while working with me, you receive personalized service and support before, during, and after your trip.
What Are you Waiting For?
With so many changes to the travel industry, it is best to rely on experts for your travel planning. Most people hire an accountant to do their taxes or a mechanic to fix their vehicle. There are simply too many unknowns and risks that come from doing it on their own.
Apply this same concept to travel and leave planning to a true expert.
At Breakout Travel Co., I pride myself on being a travel advisor who can provide you with the best advice, deals, and service. I have access to exclusive travel deals, expert advice, and personalized service that you can’t get from booking sites. I also serve as your advocate, ensuring that you have a smooth and stress-free travel experience.
Let’s see what we can do for you!