Why You Should Use a Travel Agent!

By: Taylor Rippey 
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One of the most common questions we get asked is “why should I use a travel agent”. Many consumers may not realize what they are missing out on when they travel and don’t use a travel agent. So here are just a few things that your Goldgell Getaways travel agent can do for you!

EXPERIENCE
​As Travel agents, we know the market and, when you tell us what you are looking for, will be able to match you with a better product than you can find on your own on the Internet.

ADVOCATE
If something goes wrong on your trip, your Goldgell Getaways Travel Planner will go to bat for you — no matter who is at fault — and get your vacation back on track!

RESOURCES
As Travel agents, we have access to a variety of tools that consumers are not able to use. For example, a cruise line or hotel may have rooms listed as available but when you try book yourself, they are not available. Through our vendors we can see EXACTLY what is available, and get you what you want! With these resources we can also sometimes get you added amenities at hotels, room upgrades, event tickets, and plan activities for you!
Whether it’s family, friends, or corporate, we can book group trips at the best price and even get room blocks so your rooms can be in the same area!

CONVENIENCE
Your time is valuable and you shouldn’t have to spend it searching for the right vacation. Your travel agent can do that all for you! We can match you with the vacation you have been dreaming of. There is a difference between travel inspiration and actual travel desires. Destinations may look good on TV, but may not actually be ideal for you personally. Goldgell Getaways agents can help you define what it is you want to get out of your vacations!

RELATIONSHIPS
As you develop a relationship with your Goldgell Getaways travel agent, we are better able to target the right trips for you without even having a conversation! Ideally, a simple phone call or email could result in your next vacation — already planned. 

SAVE YOU MONEY
Often, Goldgell Getaways travel agents can save you money based on our own supplier relationships, or at least match the price you may have found looking on your own. We can save you so much time and effort with your vacation planning.
There are also hidden savings built into trips that you may not be able to get on your own. When booking a vacation yourself you may find a vacation or experience that “appears” cheaper than it actually is. When your travel agent books you a vacation package, we find the best deals to give you the best experience within your given budget!
Even better yet, Goldgell Getaways is 100% FREE! We have no hidden fees, we are your complimentary concierge service!

BETTER DESTINATIONS
Our travel agents have inside information on the best times to go to crowded destinations and they sometimes even know what the new “it” destinations are going to be before the masses. Want to get there first? Use a travel agent!

We can book destinations anywhere in the world! Want to stay at a cabin in the woods, go to your favorite theme park, cruise through Europe, or stay at an all-inclusive resort at a tropical destination? We can make that happen!

EXCLUSIVE ACCESS
Some tours and experiences are only available when you book with your travel agent. Many companies offer a lot of components and simply want to make sure a customer is right for their experience, exotic tours, treks, private jets, these products are often only available through a travel agent.

​WE ARE AWESOME!
Goldgell Getaways agents are some of the most well-rounded, funny, personable and knowledgeable people you’ll meet. They come from more backgrounds than you can even count, but they all have one thing in common: they are passionate about sharing the world with you. Take advantage of our services!

Goldgell Getaways® is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner!

Mission Statement:
Our love for travel and for helping others is why we decided to become travel planners!
The greatest memories we have are vacations spent with our family and friends.
Helping others achieve that is our goal...and our pleasure!

Destinations

We offer both domestic and international, leisure and business travel.

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Cruises

Go on a cruise with the entire family, or your significant other! How about a corporate cruise? "Meetings at Sea"

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Specials

We are your single source for travel deals and all-inclusive travel packages!

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​FAQs

Why doesn't Goldgell Getaways charge anything for our services?

We are paid directly by the vendor for booking their destinations to our clients.There are no hidden fees.  We are your FREE concierge service! We will help you with all of your travel needs at no extra cost to you. 

Is Goldgell Getaways a legal travel agency?

Yes, we are! We have all the required licenses, memberships and permits. We are bonded and insured!   CLIA, Travel Leader's Network, ASTA, AON, Surety, Travelex

What vacations do you book?

We book vacations all over the world!  Both on land and by sea! All-inclusive, destination wedding and honeymoons, meetings at sea, themed cruises, international travel, theme parks, all accessible travel and much more! 

Why should we book with you instead of online ourselves?

For our Disney clients: Yes, you are certainly capable to book your trips online.  You can also check frequently for promos to add to your trip. You can wake up early when free dining is out, or to get your fast passes. You have time to wait on hold for an hour, or more. Then realize you forgot to ask a question.
OR.... you can tell us what you want and let us take care of it for YOU! You can email, or call us anytime. When it's convenient for YOU! We make it easier for you and there's never a charge! Do you enjoy booking your own trips?  We can work with you. Maybe get those hard-to-get dining reservations. You can't go wrong!

For our non-Disney clients: We can find you the nicest, and safest  properties that fall within your budget! We can help you choose fun tours, make sure you have all of the necessary travel documents, and keep an eye on any promos that come out before you travel.

Who receives my payments?

We are simply the go-between you and the vendors. We have secure forms to receive your credit info, or you can give it to us over the phone. The credit card info is then entered directly into the vendors' travel agent's booking portal. If a trip is canceled your money will be credited back onto the given credit card by the vendor. (if applicable) Goldgell Getaways NEVER personally receives your money as a payment.

Who will prepare and ship my documents out?

We will take care of everything for you! We will send all of the information you need to have a stress-free trip. 

What if I find the same trip at a cheaper price?

Let us know!  As long as the quote you received is a match to ours, we will do our best to meet the price.  If we are unable to,  keep in mind that we are adding our personalized service. That may be worth more than saving a few dollars. 

Shoot! I just booked my own trip! Am I able to transfer it to you in order to utilize your free travel service?

If you booked it recently? YES, YOU CAN! Each vendor has different rules so be sure to contact us asap so we can look into it for you!

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