Why We Don’t Provide Line Item Pricing

Every once in a while, a potential client asks me why I won’t provide the cost of each individual service of their customized vacation package. I have struggled to explain it in the past because there are so many aspects to a full service travel package. Also, while there are other reasons, I really don’t…

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Why Do Travel Agents Charge A Fee?

Different travel agencies have different business models and there is nothing wrong with an agent who does not charge a fee. However, for the past 10 years or so, our agency charges a fee for our services and that amount depends on the complexity of the trip. We have seen some studies done in the…

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Things To Know About Travel Insurance

DID YOU KNOW? Delays on your trip can have cascading effects. What if you missed a connecting flight and have to take a flight the following day? That means your cruise ship leaves without you! Can you afford that? Make sure you get travel insurance that includes Trip Interruption, Trip Delay and Missed Connection coverage…

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Travel Agent Reviewed Luggage Brands

Luggage

So, you might be surprised how often I get asked about luggage or baggage that is suitable for travel. What might work for me, might not work for you. There are so many options out there, and the best selection will depend on how frequently you travel or where you are going. That said, here…

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TSA Pre-Check, Global Entry, Nexus & CLEAR

Passport and Luggage

UPDATED OCT 2022: We added information on CLEAR since it is a newer program that wasn’t available when this original blog post was written. So, you love to travel. But you hate the hassle that comes along with airports these days. I get it. But there are so many fantastic programs out there now that…

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Destination Wedding Planning Tips

Destination Wedding

So, you’re getting married. Hooray! Congratulations on this super exciting time in your life. I’ll bet your head is just swimming with ideas. Perhaps you are a little overwhelmed? But mostly excited, right? That’s common! Okay, so now the time has come to talk about planning a destination wedding! Andrea is a Certified Destination Wedding,…

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Honeymoon Planning Tips

Honeymoon

It’s time to talk about your honeymoon. When the big day has come and gone,  you’re officially a married couple! Your honeymoon is the perfect opportunity to begin making memories. Today I’m sharing tips with you on how to enjoy your honeymoon and maximize this once in a lifetime experience. PICK A DESTINATION Choose a…

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Vacation Planning with a Travel Agent

Keep Calm and Let the Travel Agent Handle It

So you know you need a vacation, but you also know that you don’t have time to plan one yourself. Those vacation days are just sitting there, unused… just waiting for you to decide that you need to whisk yourself away for a much deserved break.  This, my friends, is what I’m here for! However, you…

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Why Have a Destination Wedding?

There are a number of reasons why destination weddings are gaining in popularity. Did you know that in most cases a destination wedding is less expensive than planning a wedding in your own city? With a typical wedding you often feel pressure to invite way more people than your budget will realistically allow and you…

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