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HEALTH • WELLNESS • LIFESTYLE
7 Things
I Wish You Knew!
by Joy Ross, Travel Journeys
As a travel advisor, when people ask me what I do I sometimes get a lot of funny responses. The extreme can range from those who think my job is obsolete ~ to family who think I y off everywhere with FREE vacations. Here are 7 things you should know about my chosen career.
1 Travel Agents are not extinct
Actually we are growing in demand. As travel grows in complexity and diversity, travelers are recognizing the need for a knowledgeable, up to
6 I work even when on vacation
When I travel I am always checking out the
resorts, restaurants and local attractions. I attend weekly on-line seminars, trade shows and try new experiences so that I can offer you my best
d2 DIY is not easy as it sounds
Booking your own vacation can end up costing you more money that you don’t anticipate. Many on-line travel sites have hidden fees, many resorts sound the same and pictures not always appear as you think. Not all sites have a live person to help with a problem. As an agent I care how your experience turns out. I am your advocate before, during and
ate professional to guide them with their planning.
r7 I really love what I do
I work hard and long hours and love it! I love travel and everything related. And no, my vacations are not FREE! Most of all whether I am planning a Romantic Getaway, Honeymoon or a Family Vaca- tion, I love making my client’s dreams come true!
ecommendations.
a3 I have access to deals that you don’t
I work hard to establish relationships with our vendors that I book through. I sometimes have access to be able to toss in some fun extras with
fter your trip.
s4 I know about tricks of the trade
Our knowledge of knowing the dates, times even airlines can make a difference in your pricing. I work my best agent magic to nd you a great package but I need you to clearly express your
uppliers we have long standing relationships with.
t5 I have your best interest in mind
I want to develop long-term relationships with my clients, designing vacations and travel experiences that always exceed your expectations. Sometimes, I may advise against a “cheap” option but only because the discount may not be worth the drop in quality. I only have your best interest in mind!
ravel goals.
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