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Professional Travel Expertise Has Value

June 25, 2009

Analysis of:Why Use A Travel Agent? | www.travelagentcentral.com

Consumers, especially under the age of 30, are under the false impression that internet travel always provides more for less. As a long time veteran of the retail travel industry, I find that many times people pay more for less online and get a less than satisfactory travel experience. If consumers want to buy travel as a commodity and care more about price than the quality of their vacation experience, they can book online. If they want to have a superior experience, usually at the same cost, they should utilize the services of a travel professional. A travel professional is someone whose occupation is as a travel consultant, not someone who 'Does it on the side". Travel agents providea greatreat deal of information that the internet does not. We are constantly undergoing training and certification to provide our clients with the best possible information. If I want my car repaired I go to a mechanic, If you want a a great vaction, go to a travel agent.

Brick and Mortar Agencies

September 8, 2008

Analysis of:Sector Snap: US online travel stocks mostly fall | biz.yahoo.com

Online Travel Demand may continue to decline. Consumers are looking for greater expertise and accountability for their big dollar travel purchases.

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