Why You Should Use A Travel Planner.

If you think travel agents are a thing of the past, think again. I believe now, more than ever, travelers can really take advantage of everything travel planners, travel advisors, and agents can offer. Social media has crowded the internet with information that can sometimes feel overwhelming for the average traveler. In addition, after COVID, travel has gotten not only hectic but at times confusing and frustrating with restrictions, crowds, and airline disruptions.

Hence, I am going to tell you why you should use a travel advisor/planner/agent (whatever you want to call it) and how we can improve your travel experience, compared to if you book and plan on your own.

1. VIP Service and Extras.

Remember that episode from “White Lotus” when Shane and Rachel got the wrong room due to the hotel being overbooked? Although a bit unrealistic, it does show the true power a travel advisor can have when a mistake occurs during your trip. Think about us as your travel concierge. Although not all travel advisors/agencies offer it, at The Wander and Travel we take care of you and are here for you 24/7 while you’re at destination. Just in case anything happens, you can give us a call and we will handle it. An extreme perk of using a travel advisor. We have direct connections with the suppliers, whether that’s tour operators or hotel management. On some occasions, these connections also helps us get you “extras” during your trip. This would make anyone feel like a VIP… because here… you are. *cue Nicole Kidman at AMC Theaters*

2. Been there, done that.

Yes, we’ve been there, done that. We are travel experts and have experienced almost everything that needs to be experienced when it comes to travel. Not only do we know our way around many destinations, we also know the ins and outs of air travel, cruise travel, and land travel. All questions that you may have, we have the answers. We are your one stop shop for all things travel. Our experience and knowledge will be your biggest advantage.

3. No stress.

No need to worry about booking and organizing your travel documents anymore. As travel agents, we get to do all of the annoying parts of organizing and booking travel. All you have to do is sit back and relax. Think about things like transportation at the destination and important travel documents needed such as visas and passports. Anything and everything you need to know before going, we’ll give to you without you having to go out of your way and accidentally miss something.

4. Saves you time and, most of the time, money.

For the same reasons that you won’t have stress, you will save time and money. It is our job to research good deals, book your accommodations, and organizing your trip. It takes so much time and effort to do all of that adequately. We are here to do that for you. On top of that, as travel advisors, we may receive deals that are not available to the public, therefore, saving you money.

5. Emergencies.

We understand that emergencies and/or unexpected things can happen during our travels. This is where the “we’ve been there, done that” comes into play again. As travel advisors, we are able to help you navigate these difficult situations and provide a solution as fast as possible. In addition, we have direct connections to suppliers that can also help provide you with the best solution out there and if a refund is warranted, we are able to fight for one for you.

6. Expert design.

At The Wander and Travel, our job doesn’t end when we book your trip. Matter of fact, it starts when we book your trip. We understand that the value of your vacation comes from the experiences you have at the destination. This is why we design your vacation start to finish with our expertise in travel planning. An itinerary can make or break your vacation and we know that. When done correctly, you can maximize your time at the destination and make sure you visit all of your must-see and dos. A thorough itinerary can take a great deal of time and effort. Our travel advisors take their time to rigorously research the destination and curate your perfect, detailed itinerary. Frankly, this is why I decided to create pre-made itineraries. I truly believe everyone should be able to have a professionally curated trip without a $500 price tag.