After more than a year of lockdowns, restrictions and general unease, Americans are eager to get back to traveling with a vengeance. Even with all the information at our fingertips, the reasons to use a travel advisor are as relevant now more than ever! Simply navigating through all that info can be completely overwhelming. What sites are trustworthy? Is that flight deal really a good deal? Which countries are safe to visit? A travel advisor can easily answer those questions, and many more.
You can book travel yourself – but why would you want to? A travel advisor elevates every trip. They know how to get the best value for your time and money, and, thanks to their global connections, they can VIP you at hotels, on cruise lines, on tours, and more. Here are a few tips on how to book the perfect vacation and ensure you have a fantastic, memorable time.
Expertise: Experienced travel advisors know the market and can match you with a better product than you can find by searching the internet. They’ve been there, done that and can often speak to the experience from firsthand knowledge. A travel advisori s a highly qualified professional who can guide their clients through multiple options, handle the complex reservation process and free their customers to focus on the fun.
Advocate: Miss a flight, train or a cruise ship? Hotel lost a reservation? If something goes wrong before or during a trip, a travel advisor will work hard to get a vacation back on track.
Resources & Relationships: Travel advisors have a variety of tools and contacts that consumers can’t access or don’t know about. Often, they can get their clients a better airplane seat, added amenities at hotels, room upgrades, event tickets and access to special activities. Need to know if vaccines or visas are needed for a destination? Ask a travel advisor and they will know.
Convenience: A traveler’s time is valuable, so let a travel advisor work to research and plan a dream vacation. A certified advisor can help clients define what they want to get out of their travels and present options that fulfill or exceed their desires. They can book everything for their client, from hotel and air to spa appointments and dining.
Save Money, Add Value: A travel advisor can often save their clients money even if they charge a fee due to their exclusive relationships and in-depth knowledge of suppliers, which also saves their clients time and effort. There also are a lot of value-adds that most consumers don’t even know about that a certified advisor can bring to travel planning.
Better Destinations: Travel advisors have inside information on the best times to visit different locations depending on the season, special events or even weather. They sometimes even know what the next “it” destinations are going to be before they become overcrowded. Get there first by using a travel advisor.
Exclusive Access: Some travel experiences—exotic tours, off-the-beaten-path treks and private jet products, among others—often are only available through a professional. If clients are looking to add some exclusivity to their travels, a travel advisor can open doors unavailable to consumers. They are equipped with the latest tools and information to help them make informed travel decisions.
Takes it from ordinary to extraordinary: A travel advisor can secure special benefits that you can’t get on your own, such as complimentary breakfast, spa credits, and upgrades at hotels. But they also see the nuances in every trip. From big-picture aspects (where to go – and when) to the details that matter (booking the hotel rooms with the best views, where to get the most authentic pizza on the Amalfi Coast), your travel advisor knows how to plan a memorable trip.
Knows the world: Just as you might use a financial planner, an interior designer, or personal shopper, it makes sense to entrust your most valuable asset – your time – to an experienced travel advisor. The best advisors spend a lot of time traveling the globe in search of the most romantic places – scouting out hotels, deepening relationships with hoteliers, tour guides, and finding the best restaurants and things to do.
Their buying power is greater than yours: Experienced travel advisors carry a lot of clout because they move a lot of people and have contacts at many hotels and destinations that can work to your advantage that you would not have if you booked your trip on your own. A travel advisor understands what’s most important to you and your traveling companions. Your travel advisor will have plenty of suggestions on what might work best for you that you never dreamed of.
Stress No More: An experienced travel advisor can take the guesswork and stress out of vacation planning, optimizing both the experience and the expense for travelers. People ask…Why use a certified travel advisor? But I think the better question is—why would you not?
Start Your Next Vacation with Honeymoon Islands
Honeymoon Islands provides peace of mind when you travel — before, during and after your vacation! We have the knowledge, passion, and experience to provide you with everything you need for the journey of a lifetime. “If you can dream it, we will create it.” Contact us today so we can show you the difference between a nice trip and an unforgettable experience.
Worry & Stress-Free Travel
Imagine having a travel advocate in your corner while you plan one of the most important events of your life. You’ve got enough on your plate, so let us take care of the travel planning (after all, we’re the experts). We provide unparalleled support every step of the journey, even while you’re traveling and after you return.
STEP 1: Custom Design Your Dream
We start with a complimentary, no-obligation planning 30-minute consultation to learn more about you and your travel dreams. We’re looking to build a relationship with you, not turn out a transaction. Your dream starts here.
STEP 2: Let The Planning Begin
After we’ve discussed your travel desires, our services, and related fees, we enter ‘planner’ mode. We’ll design suggested experiences for you based on our extensive research and expertise. We’ll continue to refine the itinerary you choose until it makes you say “wow!” We’ll even send you a personalized proposal that will have you swooning over your upcoming escape.
STEP 3: Secure Your Reservations
From booking flights, transfers, and hotels/villas to adding on those extra-special touches that add up to a truly memorable escape, we take care of all the travel arrangements for you.
Now it’s time to get excited about your trip! You’ll receive your bespoke itinerary, along with our expert tips and travel recommendations. Our reminders and checklists that are made just for you also ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
STEP 4: Communicate
We’re always available for any last-minute questions or services on the day you leave for your trip, so there are no travel surprises to throw you off track. We even have a 24/7 customer service team to help you during your travels. Lastly, we’ll follow up when you return to make sure every single element of your trip was absolutely magical.
