08/04/2025
Travel Agent Myth Monday
We can’t possibly get you a better deal. We get it. You’re a pro at comparison shopping for travel and know all the best discounted travel booking engines. There’s no way we can offer those “limited time” or “exclusive” rates or sales, right? Wrong. On our booking engines, we see the same rates being offered by discount travel outlets. The difference is that we know intimately all the hidden costs, like taxes, additional fees, required deposits, pre-payment requirements, cancellation policies, etc. We know that some of those companies will cancel or modify your reservation with little or no notice, and they can do that – with few options for recourse. We’re the first ones notified (usually dozens of times per day) of upcoming fare sales and discounts. So, if we know you’re interested in a cruise to Alaska, for example, we can notify you about the sale before it starts so you can book as soon as the window opens to get a better choice of staterooms. There are instances (usually when booking air travel) where you can find a lower price. Just remember – you get what you pay for.
