Guiding Lights - Travel Advisor Expertise
The world of travel has changed. In times past, we simply cast our hearts upon a specific destination or experience — such as relaxing in Hawaii or visiting Machu Picchu — and then planned the vacation around that target of wanderlust. But now, more factors must be considered.
For now, we also must think about how we travel — how to safely arrive, health tips at the destinations, COVID policies going to and coming home, cancellation policies and insurance plans — that’s where Travel Advisors come in. Travel Advisors are here to help you navigate the process and explore your vacation options. Read on to discover all of the ways travel advisors help you travel confidently, responsibly and safely, wherever and whenever you choose to journey.
COVID RELATED ASSISTANCE
WE KEEP UP WITH CURRENT TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS
As travel advisors, it is our jobs to stay up to date on the most current travel information regarding not just COVID, but also severe weather and other safety concerns. We use all of our information to help you make informed decisions that align with your personal comfort levels.
WE KNOW ALL CURRENT PROMOTIONS AND OFFERS
During these difficult times, travel companies have announced numerous promotions and offers to entice travellers and regain their trust. Travel advisors can help you shift through these promotions, find the ones that resonate most with you and then oftentimes provide you with additional benefits above and beyond the offer.
WE HELP YOU MAKE THE MOST OF FUTURE CRUISE OR TOUR CREDITS
With travel on pause for many cruise lines and operators in 2020, they gave travellers' future credits to use. Travel advisors can provide you with all the options you have for those credits, help you use them before they expire and then provide additional amenities or savings on top of it all.
WE HELP YOU UNDERSTAND CANCELLATION AND INSURANCE POLICIES
With cruise lines and tour operators providing flexible cancellation policies, we can help explain the ins and outs to find the trip that suits your needs. Additionally, travel insurance has always been an important part of your trip planning and should always be discussed with our knowledgeable advisors.
EVERYDAY TRAVEL SUPPORT
On top of the COVID-related travel assistance, travel advisors enhance every facet of your journey through a combination of experience, expertise and connections. Here’s an overview of how we help you maximize your vacation time.
WE READ THE FINE PRINT, SO YOU DON’T HAVE TO
We can help you decipher complex refund policies and break through the red tape with airlines, cruise lines and hotels around the world.
WE SPECIALIZE IN THE UNIQUE
Cruising the Mekong River in Vietnam? Galapagos cruise expedition? European river cruise? Thanks to our expertise, we can customize any adventure to exceed your expectations.
WE PROVIDE EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS
Thanks to our long-standing relationships with travel suppliers around the globe, we have access to insider perks like limited-time discounts, bonus upgrades and exclusive offers.
WE SAVE YOU VALUABLE TIME
We’ve been to your dream destination, so we have the firsthand experience and expert insights to make your vacation truly extraordinary.
WE PERSONALIZE VACATIONS
Travel advisors get to know you — your dreams, your expectations, your past travel experiences and your budget — to create a customized journey we know you’ll love.
WE’RE READY TO HELP YOU PLAN YOUR MUCH-NEEDED CRUISE VACATION. WHETHER YOU ARE READY TO GO LATER THIS YEAR OR WAIT UNTIL 2022, CONTACT US TODAY TO LOCK IN YOUR RESERVATION.
By Jonathan Hermann - Apr 20, 2021
Reprinted with permission from Travel Leaders Network