I’ve worked in the travel industry for over 25 years now and now I work as a professional travel planner with Travel Counsellors. Another colleague and I have both teamed up with Global Grasshopper to offer a professional travel planning service.
That’s right we can help organise your trip for you whether you’re looking for a bespoke trip of a lifetime or a just looking to go on a quick city break that you don’t have time to book yourself!
There are many benefits of partnering with a professional travel planner (rather than just using the usual automated system route). Here are what I personally think are the benefits…
1. Full Financial Protection
As I mentioned I work for the Travel Counsellors brand which is an award-winning and very well-established travel company.
The brand ensures every time you book your money is completely safe as the Travel Counsellors offer 100% financial protection.
2. Personalized Expertise
As professional travel planners we will always take the time to understand your loves and personal interests no matter how quirky.
Have you always wanted to dance the Samba in Brazil, zip line over a Borneo rainforest or go to an elegant tea ceremony in Kyoto? Well us travel planners can add any kind of crazy or quirky things into your travel itinerary!
3. Time-Saving Convenience
Planning travel can be very time-consuming and also quite overwhelming. I mean you do you really want to spend your time trawling through hundreds of hotels and boring flight sites? Then trying to book all the taxis and transfers? I think it’s probably a no right?
We can help you with all the stages of the planning process by handling all the research and then actually book everything on your behalf (so you can just look forward to your incredible trip instead)!
4. 24/7 Support and Assistance
Many unexpected events can happen when you travel (flight delays, transfers not turning up, illness, the list goes on and on).
So to help you have the best experience you can we can actually provide you with round-the-clock support and assistance both before, during, and after your trip!
If you have any unexpected changes or even emergencies, then you can just contact us and we can start helping as soon as possible!
5. Insider Knowledge and Local Expertise
Travel Planners usually only work in the industry because they have a huge passion for travel themselves, like I do!
We often have insider knowledge about superb hidden gems (such as Zabljak in Montenegro or Salento in Colombia), under-the-radar destinations, and locally authentic experiences (such as the Floating Markets in the Mekong Delta or staying with a Bedouin Family in Wadi Rum).
6. Customized Recommendations and Itineraries
We’re able to create extremely personalised travel itineraries that are everything you want and desire out of a trip. Want a short city break with your other half? Done! Want a dream trip of a lifetime? We can do all this!
7. Access to Exclusive Deals and Upgrades
As we work in the industry we can use our insider knowledge to get access to some incredible deals, discounts, and promotions that may not be available to the general public.
We can also use our connections to get you complimentary upgrades (better rooms for example!), extra-special amenities, and even awesome VIP treatment (like exclusive reservations at Michelin-starred restaurants anyone)!
8. Peace of Mind and Stress Reduction
Peace of mind and lack of stress are so important in today’s hectic world so you can let us take all the stress out of your travel plans and handle all the boring logistical stuff too!
So yes online booking platforms can offer convenience and accessibility, but the benefits of booking with a travel planner are unparalleled! We promise! So, whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a bucket-list adventure, contact us and we can help!
