1.
Do you book
anything other than cruises?
2.
Do you book
airline tickets?
3.
I usually book
cruises myself online, can you get me a better deal?
4.
Doesn’t it cost
me more to book through a travel agent?
5.
Should I purchase
Travel Insurance?
6.
Should I purchase
the Rental Car Coverage when I rent a car?
7.
Do you recommend
traveler’s checks or getting money converted?
8.
Do I need a
passport?
9.
How can check the
current currency exchange rates?
10. How do I check on weather where I am going?
11. Where can I find embassy information?
1.
Do you book anything other than
cruises?
Definitely
YES! We can book an escorted trip, customize an independent trip, find a
special interest vacation for you such as a wine and food journey, a family
vacation, a religious journey, even honeymoons and wedding trips. If you
are looking for a nature trek or adventure hike, let us help you find a
great journey!
We can even help you plan that perfect Honeymoon, Vow Renewal, or
Destination Wedding! Ask about a cruise wedding!
2.
Do you book airline tickets?
If
you have purchased an international trip, we will make sure to get your
airline tickets as part of the deal or shop the consolidators to find you
the best price. Often time for domestic airfare we can shop on Kayak.com to
find a good deal.
3.
I usually book cruises myself
online, can you get me a better deal?
Often
times, as a travel agent, I can get special discounts or offers that you
can not. Sometimes the price you find online is the same price as I can get
for you, however I can save you time by doing it
for you. I keep all of your past guest numbers and
frequent flyer numbers so that I can research your best deal. Letting me
book your cruise will not cost you any more than booking yourself,
will save you time, helps to make sure you don’t miss any details, can get
you special prices and amenities and it helps me to grow my business.
4.
Doesn’t it cost me more to book
through a travel agent?
Absolutely Not!!! The various travel
companies pay commission based on our sales with them. This does not affect
the customer in any way. Because we belong to various buying groups we can
get you savings based on our sales volume. That is another reason it is
important to let your preferred agent book all of your travel needs for
you! In the long run you will help her get you better pricing!
5.
Should I purchase Travel
Insurance?
Journeys
Unique does encourage you to purchase travel insurance for several reasons,
1) Medical coverage is necessary if you are traveling internationally
because most Group Insurance plans do not cover you outside the US
(including Medicare). 2) Travel Insurance will cover you if you, your
spouse, traveling companion, parents, children etc get sick or injured and
you have to cancel or postpone your trip. 3) There is also coverage that
you can purchase that protects your trip investment if you have to cancel
or delay for work reasons, or you just change your mind. 4) You are
protected and reimbursed for expenses that occur if you are delayed, miss a connection, loss of baggage, etc. etc.
etc.
6.
Should I purchase the Rental Car
Coverage when I rent a car?
Journeys
Unique does recommend purchasing the extra rental car coverage. We had a
client that had an accident in a rental car in Cairns
Australia
and was charged over $2000 because they did not purchase the extra
coverage. In some instances the rental car company is able to charge not
only the damage fees but the down time that the car is not in a rentable
condition. When in doubt check with your car insurance company. If you have
American Express be sure and check with them on
the coverage that they
provide.
7.
Do you recommend traveler’s
checks or getting money converted?
In
most cases, what I recommend is waiting until you land in the country that
you are visiting and going to the ATM in the airport to get local currency.
You will get the best currency rate and will not incur additional fees. We
have found that trading in local currency gets you better pricing, and you
will not incur any trouble using local currency as you may with travelers
checks and sometimes even credit cards. Most large stores, hotels, and
restaurants will take your credit card but small shops or markets may not.
8. Do I
need a passport?
Journeys Unique recommends everyone have a passport to travel. If you have
one then you are not limited in your travel opportunities! They also make
great gifts for graduation! See the following link for important
information regarding passport requirements: http://www.travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html
You
may also check the website below for passport forms:
http://www.travel.state.gov/passport/forms/forms_847.html
9.
How can check the current
currency exchange rates?
Check
this website for your conversion rates:
http://www.xe.com/ucc/
10. How do I
check on weather where I am going?
http://www.worldclimate.com/
11. Where can
I find embassy information?
http://www.embassyworld.com/Foreign_Embassies_In_The_USA/Embassies_To_USA.html
If
you have any other questions that are not addressed here, please send us an
email or give us a call so that we can help you!
