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What Should I Do Before I Travel?

OK. So you have everything booked and you’re all set to go.

Except you haven’t packed yet.

And wait, what’s the weather even supposed to be like? Can I make calls there? Should I renew my passport now or wait until I get back??

Sometimes once the questions start they just don’t stop, and it’s so easy to get overwhelmed when you’ve spent your hard earned dollars doing everything you can to make your vacation perfect. So, what do you need to actually need to remember (and what’s best left until you return)?

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Why Would I Hire A Travel Agent?

If you've ever thought, "It's 2018, why on Earth would I hire a travel agent when I can book this myself?", this infographic is just for you! Whether you're just booking a hotel for a night because you're stuck in a snowstorm or you're planning your dream honeymoon, here are 7 great reasons to always call an agent first.

When You Just Want to Help Areas Ravaged by a Hurricane…

Go there. After Hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, many travel agents have spent hour after hour re-arranging travel for their clients. We're happy to help- we never want anyone caught in harm's way! But unfortunately, for many of these clients, they're not going to make it back to Houston to take their next cruise. They're not going to reschedule their vacation to Puerto Rico. Tortola, Dominica, Antigua, St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. Martin have been removed from cruise itineraries…

How do travel agents get paid?

Ever wondered how a travel agent gets paid? Trying to figure out if there's something secret in your bill, or just if you can afford to have someone help you with the trip you've been dreaming about? While every travel agency has their own business model, by and large agents are rarely paid directly by their clients. Think of it this way- every company has a wholesale price for their product. If they sell it to you directly, they get…