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Why Travel Agents Make Cruise Planning STRESS FREE

Tidal Horizons - Cruise & Travel
Tidal Horizons - Cruise & Travel
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👁️ 5K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 9:51
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

my name's Andrew and welcome back once again to title Horizons we're your go-to Source on YouTube for straightup cruise advice news and information

I'm a travel adviser but getting you to book with me is not what this Channel or this video is about

the biggest one is knowledge and experience but that's not always tangible especially if you're a more experienced Cruiser or know exactly what you want

advisors develop relationships with the cruise lines that can lead to exclusive offers with onboard credits dining or packages added

Creator's Tips & Advice

Ask your travel advisor about their own cruise history and qualifications
Request a select number of options with pricing and terms in writing
Consider travel cancellation and interruption insurance for emergencies

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Uncertainty about advisor qualificationsAsk about their cruise history, training, and specialties
Fear of hidden costs or feesGenerally, no fee for booking; fees only for flights or complex planning

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat advantages do you have in using a travel advisor for cruise planning?
QWhat red flags should you watch out for when choosing a travel advisor?
QDo you have to pay anything for advisor services?
QWhat perks should you expect when using a travel advisor?

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YouTube Video Description

Planning to book a cruise and wondering if it's better to book with a travel agent, directly with the cruise line, or online? In this video you'll find out how to get the best deals on a cruise and cheapest rates, and how to book a cruise vacation (the best way possible). We also share the cruise tips and secrets of the pros and cruise veterans. ---- CHANNEL & CONTACT INFORMATION ---- For the latest in Cruise News, Reviews and Specials, sign-up for our free, informative newsletter now! https://newsletter.tidalhorizons.com If you are located in Canada or the United States and would like travel planning assistance, please contact me using this form: http://contact.tidalhorizons.com For Excursion planning, use our affiliate link for Shore Excursions Group, experts in cruise excursion planning. http://excursions.tidalhorizons.com ** Please note unless otherwise noted, my videos are not sponsored either by the brands depicted or by other brands unrelated to the video. ** "Tidal Horizons - Cruise & Travel" is for informational and entertainment purposes. Thank you for supporting the channel! ------------------------------------- Travel Related Business Inquiries and/or media: Please contact Andrew at andrew@tidalhorizons.com ------------------------------------- Note: While I'm happy to try and answer specific questions in the comment sections, I cannot help with travel planning through this channel. ------------------------------------- BIOGRAPHY My name is Andrew I live in Ontario, Canada with my wife and four boys. I have been an avid traveller all my life, something that we have instilled in our kids. In addition to my channel, I am a working travel consultant with one of the largest providers of cruise travel in North America. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 1:03 Selecting a Travel Advisor 2:31 What a Travel Agent does for you 3:51 Do I have to pay a fee to a Travel Agent? 5:31 Group Space on Cruises 6:04 Other Perks 7:23 Who has the lowest price 8:29 Re-Fare Options Should You BOOK Directly with the CRUISE LINE, TRAVEL AGENT or ONLINE? Cruise Tips & Secrets 2021 Life Well Cruised 15 easy tips to get best cruise deals Royal Caribbean Blog Should YOU Book a Cruise with a Travel Agent OR Direct with a Cruiseline??? EECC Travels Why you should use a TRAVEL AGENT for your cruise! Cruise Blog BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE! A Beginner's Guide | Cruising Tips 8 reasons to book an INSIDE CABIN on a cruise ship 15 easy tips to get best cruise deals