Why You Need A Travel Agent.

In all my time working as a travel agent, the words i hear the most is "I want the cheapest fare please" , now, after getting the cheapest fare that is best suitable, passengers would still go online to check the fares themselves, second guessing your every move. But did you know after asking the nature of your job and determining you travel a lot and impromptu too, i gave you a ticket that had less restrictions, enabling us to change your date of travel and route in case the need arises? Now were you to get it online you'd have gotten the cheapest yes but with lots of stiff restrictions,a ticket that does not permit a change in date and which is not refundable.

WHY YOU NEED A TRAVEL AGENT


TRAVEL ASSISTANCE

Few months ago,a friend of mine took an international trip, that had stop-overs in 3 different countries before he got to his final destination. When the trip was over, he kept lamenting on how drained and weary he was. I asked how he booked his flights,and he said he used one of the big travel booking sites online and that the itinerary he purchased was the best in terms of duration, flight time, connecting time, and price. My response was next time call me first, you'd feel a lot better.

The following month, he did just that and i came up with options he never would have gotten himself using a single booking site--specifically a short and affordable southwest flight that put him in an airport with several direct flights to his destination. What would have been an expensive endurance trek over the world was replaced by a far less demanding trip.

TIME AND MONEY SAVING

Sometimes spending money on the internet looking for the right kind of travel flight and itinerary can be rewarding, but then it can be equally frustrating. When you work with a travel agent,she does that leg work, searching out travel options to meet your needs and budget.

In most cases travel agents have information on routes and rates an average customer might not have, saving you time and money. Even when you consider the agent fee using a travel agent could help you secure great deals such as aisle seats, a special type of meal, online check in, best restaurant listing, movie ticket in your new destination. Virtually everything. 


TRAVEL RECOMMENDATIONS

 If you are going to a destination you don't know, or you plan on staying in an hotel, fly in a premium cabin (or private aviation), planning complicated itineraries with multiple stops, planning complex airline routings, or taking any trip using guides/drivers or local experts, any trip that VIP access would make better, you need us. If you find yourself in any of the scenario and don’t use a travel agent you are making a costly mistake, no matter how much you think you know. 

For leisure travel, most of the questions I get are of the following variety: where is the best place to go, best place to stay, best things to do, best places to eat?  In almost every case, the answer is that there is no “best” place – but there is the best for you.That is why a relationship with a travel consultant is important.  All of these skills come together into a vacation you simply could not plan on your own, or by using the internet. I think one of the most surprising things to clients is that we are able to secure with ease and in a very timely manner ALL the components of their trip: accommodations (with perks like upgrades/breakfast/credits), private transfers, dinner reservations, sightseeing with exclusive access (skip the line).

PERKS

Just last week i went with a colleague to the airport, he had clients travelling out of Nigeria for the first time who didn't want the hassle of immigration while boarding, when we got to the airport my colleague immediately called his "connect''  in immigration and they were boarded without any problems( you know how Nigeria immigration officers can be). 

One of the many major advantages travel agents bring to the table is personal connections and clout. “Connections” means knowing GMs and executives at top hotels (and airlines, chefs, cruise lines, adventure travel outfitters, etc.) personally. Having a top travel agent can also make you an instant VIP – free room upgrades, hard to get restaurant reservations, access to otherwise closed stores and exhibits, private guides, and cheaper – often much cheaper – premium airfares. 

Here’s the best part: even though most top agents charge fees, in almost every experience my friends, family, and acquaintances have had, travel agents have saved money, often a lot of money. If you are taking a trip to a destination where you do not already know all the best places to eat and best things to see and do, or any cultural travel, from safaris to ancient ruins, you need a travel agent.

People think they can just book flights, hotels, or car rentals themselves, and sometimes they can, especially if nothing goes wrong. But when your flight is cancelled and you are standing in line waiting to be rebooked, believe me, you’ll wish you had a travel agent. I’d already be working on it for you.”

RECOMMENDATION
Your next question now should be, ''where do i get that travel agent?'' well that's why am here. I am a travel consultant, and am here to serve you. Contact me via email on travelbookmark@yahoo.com for hotel reservations in any country in the world, airline reservation and tickets, travel insurance, and visa documentation, you can leave me a comment stating your inquiry and i'd get back to you.why u need a travel agent asapwhy you need a travel agentwhy you need a travel agent asap

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