I'm not about to rename our company J20Travel, but I think it's time I reiterated in more detail than usual, the many reasons why using a Travel Advisor, especially J5 of course, benefits our clients so much. To regular readers this may be slightly repetitive, but we have picked up a lot of new clients in the last year, and we really want to keep you all!
So for the first time ever (and almost certainly the last) we have a Top 20 list for you.
A longer read for sure, but I have managed to insert a few pretty pictures too, which will hopefully help you to scroll all the way through.
Top 20 - Reasons to use a Travel Advisor
1. Expertise: Travel advisors have extensive knowledge of destinations, accommodations, and activities, helping you plan a tailored trip based on your true preferences.
2. Time-saving: We handle all the research, bookings, and logistics, saving you multiple hours of planning and organization.
3. Personalized recommendations: We will offer personalized recommendations based on your interests, which we will learn from listening intently on our consultation call, ensuring your trip aligns perfectly with your preferences.
4. Insider access: We often have access to exclusive deals, upgrades, and experiences that are not available to the general public. Have you ever been inside the Gates for the Changing of the Guard in London?
5. Stress reduction: With a travel advisor managing all the details, you can relax and enjoy your trip without worrying about logistics.
6. Cost savings: We are often able to secure better rates and still include value-added amenities, ultimately saving you money.
7. Destination knowledge: From both our own experiences and our global contacts, we provide insights into local customs, culture, and attractions, enhancing your overall travel experience.
8. Emergency assistance: In case of travel disruptions or emergencies, your travel advisor can provide support and assistance to help resolve issues when traveling both domestically and internationally. Many of our amazing suppliers in many countries around the world provide 24/7 emergency coverage.
9. Customized itineraries: We do not start with offering you fixed itineraries. We create customized itineraries tailored to your preferences, ensuring every aspect of your trip is enjoyable.
10. Specialized expertise: At J5Travel our team of 8 also specializes in specific types of travel, such as luxury, adventure, wellness, and cruises, not forgetting multi-generational trips, and we are able to provide expert insights and recommendations.
11. Time flexibility: We will do our utmost to adjust your itinerary on the fly in case of unexpected changes or preferences during your trip. Not always possible at peak travel times, but you have an exponentially better chance with us than if you have booked with the likes of Expedia.
12. Group travel coordination: Yes, we do Group travel too, able to handle all the logistics and ensuring a seamless experience for everyone involved. Do you know how difficult it is to coordinate more than 2 people?
13. Insider tips: We provide insider tips and recommendations for restaurants, activities, and attractions, helping you make the most of your trip.
14. Travel insurance guidance: Travel advisors can advise you on the best travel insurance options to protect your trip investment and provide peace of mind. This is especially important when traveling internationally.
15. Unbiased recommendations:
We are truly proud to always offer unbiased recommendations based on your preferences, without being influenced by advertising or promotions.
16. Accessibility:
Our team is easily accessible via phone, email, video or in-person meetings, providing support and assistance whenever you need it while traveling, and Monday to Friday when in the planning process.
17. Time efficiency: We efficiently plan multi-destination trips or complex itineraries, maximizing to the fullest your time and experiences. We have seen a lot of itineraries that clients have started by themselves, only to realize they have the logistics not making much sense!
18. Destination connections: We almost always have connections with local tour operators, guides, and suppliers, enhancing your travel experience with insider access and expertise. Our DMCs (Destination Management Companies) are vetted and are the best of the best, befitting our Virtuoso and Conde Nast status.
19. Value-added extras: We often include value-added extras such as complimentary breakfast, room upgrades, or special amenities, enhancing the overall value of your trip. As members of Virtuoso, and now also preferred partners with 19 different luxury hotel brands, it is rare that complimentary amenities are not offered.
20. Peace of mind: Ultimately, using a travel advisor provides peace of mind knowing that you have a knowledgeable expert handling all the details and ensuring a memorable and stress-free travel experience. I think that's what we all crave.
If you made it all the way down here, thank you.
I commend you, and truly appreciate that you are a reader of our blogs.
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I love travel and I love travel planning just as much and I am proud to have built a team as passionate about exploring the world as myself. It took me a very long time to align my career with my undeniable passion for exploring, but now I and the team are here for you. Your personal travel tailors - award reservation and luxury custom itinerary experts. We provide a bespoke service, imagining and creating itineraries for independent minded families and groups.