*If your vacation is special to you, then it deserves special attention

  -Travel Agents rely on repeat business and referrals, they will do what they can to make your experience extraordinary 

*They are sent special promotions that normal travelers 

-Not only are we up to date on promotions, and can let you know of complimentary offers you might be eligible for

-Travel agents are also sent updates on safety, weather, and cancellation. 

*If you're not sure what you are looking for they can come up with ideas you may not have thought of

-How to set up a good budget

-Perhaps you can find an over water bungalow in the Philippines rather than the Maldives

*Will know to plan small but important deals that you might not be aware of or overlook

-This could be fees or charges that may come up in the fine print

-Transportation to and from the hotel, How far is your hotel compared to the airport, or theme park, etc.

*Trained to build customized itineraries and packages

-They can find the best option for your budget. Maybe you'd like a nicer hotel, so you fill you itinerary with less expensive excursions. Maybe your hotel is just a place to sleep and you'd like to spend more time doing fun activities.

*Better positioned to handle large groups with a variety of needs

-Can communicate directly to Hotels and other vendors about Mobility / Disability needs

-Let vendors know about allergies 

*A Travel agent will do all they can to make your vacation as seamless as possible

-Help correctly fill out applications for your passports and visas  

-Let you know what the weather is expected to be like before you pack

-Know the times vendors open up slots for reservations.

* If you travel for business they can become your personal concierge service, managing and organizing your complete trip

*You will be working with one person, no need to be on hold and repeat yourself to "customer service" over and over again when something goes awry. 

*They will remember your specifics, making the next time you book that much easier.

Yes, you might be able to get air fair for the same price, pick out a hotel in budget, remember to book a way to get to and from the airport and hotel. You can spend the time to look up the weather, months the hurricanes are more likely to pass through. Go back and forth through websites to make sure the amenities are just right for your grandmother while planning the family reunion. You can find what scuba diving excursion might fit your budget. Is the time and hassle worth it when most travel agents work FREE of charge to you?