Travel Agents: Are they still relevant?
In this day and age, information is readily available with the click of a mouse. With travel information so easily available, even the most novice browser can deem themselves an expert. That poses the question: are travel agents still relevant? The answer is yes, they are. Even in the age of information, travel agents still provide useful services to potential and existing clients. Currently, travel agents compete with online booking sites and customers who book their own travel. We bring you four reasons why travel agents are still relevant and should be an option when planning your next vacation with a smooth international travel.
Personal Service– With numerous online booking sites available, potential travelers are able to book vacations at their convenience. This is a viable option until questions need to be answered or problems arise from incorrect bookings. Travel agents provide personal service to all clients: both potential and existing. Depending on their availability, agents are available to their clients to answer any questions, solve any problems, and reduce the stress and hassle of planning. By developing personal relationships with clients, agents can ensure needs are met, problems are resolved, and any questions are answered.
Education/Personal Experience– Travel agents dedicate numerous resources and time in becoming the “go-to” for all things travel. By becoming educated on the latest and most update travel industry news, destination information, and attractions, agents provide key recommendations to customers on the best destinations, hotels, tours, and attractions that fit their needs. In addition to education, many agents make recommendations from personal experiences, destinations, and attractions they have experienced firsthand.
Time Savings– Planning a vacation can become time consuming depending on the type of travel and trip activities you are seeking. Travel agents can handle every aspect of the trip, researching the best options that fit your needs; allowing you and your family to focus on creating memories. We all know that’s the most important part of the trip!
Cost Savings– Another benefit of using a travel agent is the cost savings. As a travel agent, they have untapped resources that are available. Many agents develop direct relationships with suppliers that allow them to provide additional savings on your next vacation. In addition to time, cost is another major deterrent for people looking to travel. Many believe that they can not afford to take their dream trip. Travel agents can help plan these trips with budgets in mind, offering advice on the best time to go and save helping you to Slash rail fares or accommodations rental.
As you can see travel agents can be useful and relevant in this information age, providing personal service that rivals booking sites. So we challenge you, for your next vacation, to seek a reputable agent to make your next getaway a memorable one.