5 Reasons You Should Be Using a Travel Advisor in 2021 and Beyond

Have you ever booked a vacation online to a new destination, only to be disappointed that the pictures online did not match what you saw in person? Spending hours online going down the search engine black hole and ultimately starting back at ground zero? In a world full of busy schedules and ever-changing COVID-19 rules, booking through a travel advisor is the most rewarding way to travel. Your time away from home with loved ones is your most priceless asset. So, why not let someone with expertise and a network of connections do the legwork for you?

There are numerous reasons to use a travel advisor, but here are my top 5:

1. Global Expertise

Travel is their expertise. Much like you would hire a financial planner, interior designer, chef, or even a personal trainer, you should turn to a travel advisor with your travel needs. They can put you in touch with what is new and exciting around the world. They understand the detailed planning and know how to bring bucket-list items to life. No one person knows everything about travel no matter how much you travel yourself or research online. Travel advisors have exclusive access to insider knowledge and travel deals, you simply cannot get on your own.

2. Exclusive Access

A travel advisor that has luxury consortium affiliation like Virtuoso, can get clients hotel upgrades, spa credits, and complimentary meals. This allows travel advisors with connections to properties and itineraries that are unmatched. They have the best access to exclusive events and tour packages. Booking a top hotel in Paris during fashion week may not be such a far fetched idea with the right advisor and personal connections.

3. Value

Travel agents go above and beyond for their clients at all times. They can help you with lost luggage, rebooking missed or canceled flights, or anything else that can ruin a much needed getaway. Sometimes travel headaches are unavoidable but there is no sense in you stressing and taking time away from your vacation attending to issues. Hand them right over to your trusted travel advisor and continue sipping your cocktail beachside.

4. Peace of Mind

Planning vacations is now more complicated than ever before and requires expert advice. With the pandemics ongoing and unpredictable impact on travel plans causes a red flag for DIY travel planning. Travel advisors have the most current information when it comes to the ever-changing  travel protocols around the world. They can take your request and deliver seamless results. It is like having your own personal concierge service throughout your entire trip and beyond. 

5. Personalized Planning

Google, Yelp, and Tripadvisor are the top three sites most people go to when starting their vacation planning.  But who wants to spend countless hours online trying to find the best hotels, restaurants, excursions and “cookie cutter” travel itineraries. Navigating through all of that information can be overwhelming and discouraging. A travel advisor will collaborate with you to create a one of a kind, seamless vacation based on your needs, wants, budget and interest. A travel agent who really knows you can take your trip to the next level with unexpected surprises along the way and leave you feeling stress free.

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