Can a travel agent save you money?
Maybe Yes, Maybe No
We all know that time is money, and that knowledge is king! And good travel agents can save the consumer time and with their knowledge, money. People in general associate the web with great deals, while in fact, great offers and amenities can be had by using an agent as well. But remember, pricing is not the only issue; the real issue is who will be there when things go wrong? Will you be able to get in touch with someone on that online site? Wouldn’t you just rather call your agent, and let them take care of the issues? Service is the hallmark of a good agent.
Now, let’s get on to the question at hand to see if your travel agent can save you some money. If your timeshare is within driving distance from your home, you probably won’t save any money if you use your travel agent to book your activities, but you can probably benefit from their knowledge of the area. They may have some great ideas about things to see and do that you may not have experienced before. That is another reason for working with us because we love to travel and love to share our experiences with you. You will have more fun and save money too.
For example, on our last trip to Seaside, Oregon, we took several side trips and visited some great sites enroute that I am sure you would love to do as well. Like, checking out the Spruce Goose at the Evergreen Museum in McMinville, sampling cheese at the Tillimook Cheese Factory, and don’t forget the kite shops like Catch The Wind in Lincoln City. We also took a great day trip up to Seattle for a visit to The Pike Place Market as well as to see a Cirque du Soleil show. If you don’t know what is happening in the area, you might miss out. Ask your agent what is happening. We may have some great ideas for you.
If you are flying to your timeshare, I am sure that you can save money by having your travel agent book your airfare and rental car, excursions, shows, etc…
As noted in an earlier blog, your travel agent needs to book a package of products in order to save you money and to get paid a commission, otherwise they have to charge you a service fee for their time and effort. They are not in business to work for free. They are service providers and expect to get paid for providing their services.
As an example, we travel regularly to Hawaii to make use of our timeshare. In fact, we will be enjoying our timeshare again this fall. This is a perfect example of where your travel agent can bundle the airfare, rental car and a couple of excursions, and save you some money. We can also suggest some great things to do. When we visit Kauai we really enjoy taking the time to see the Napali Coast either from the air or from a boat. Both are great excursions! It is a great hike too if you are in shape and ready for a workout. Booking all of these together saves money. On this trip, we will try out the Smith Family Garden Luau on Kauai and let you know what we think.
On Ohau, we like to visit the Polynesian Cultural Center which is a great day trip, ending with a luau and a show. Don’t forget the USS Arizona at Pearl Harbor. This is another area where combining the airfare, car rental and the excursions will save you money. On this trip to Ohau, we will check out the new Disney facility, The Aulani, and let you know what we think. It’s Grand Opening will be on August 29th; so if you are a big Disney fan, you will want to vacation there the next time you go to Ohau.
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Turning Dreams into Memories,
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Bon Voyage!!!
As you might guess, this document is a compilation of information from our travels as well as from other travelers. I hope it has been of value to you. Check out the important links below.
Packing Checklist Parent Authorization Letter For Unaccompanied Minors
Medical Treatment Authorization Letter Travel With Minors-Permission Letter
Don’t hesitate to email us when you return from your trip with any suggestions that will make this document better for you and your fellow travelers!
