When you are planning a trip, it can be overwhelming to try and figure out all of the details. Travel agents take care of all of this for you, helping to make sure that your vacation is relaxing and enjoyable. Before working with a travel agent, there are some things that you should look for to ensure that they will meet your needs. Keep reading if this sounds like something that would benefit you or someone else who might be interested in using a travel agent during their next trip.
Don’t just take a travel agent’s word for it when he says he can give you the best deals on cruises, tours, or rental cars. Look him up online. Search his company name plus “complaints” or “reviews.” If there are multiple entries about unsatisfied customers, find out exactly why they felt cheated before signing on the dotted line.
Before choosing a particular vacation package, ask if any components can be adjusted—even slightly—to fit your schedule and budget more closely. For example, is it possible to arrive one day earlier or later? Can you start your tour an hour later on one of the days? Is there a cheaper hotel available on another night?