Do you give your travel agent a gift?

Any travel agent will tell you it's not necessary to buy them a gift, but the idea of recognizing all that he or she did for the success of your trip is just a further tip of the cap to a job well done. And a gesture that will make you feel good.



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For most trips, the vendor pays a commission to the travel agent after the client has traveled. For most cruises, the travel agent is paid their commission after final payment (typically about 60-90 days before the sailing).

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Be Upfront About Budget Productive relationships are built on honesty and your relationship with your agent is no different. Before your consultation, you should have a general idea of the maximum outlay you're expecting to pay for your trip, or at the very least, a range. Otherwise, your agent is stabbing in the dark.

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  • You're Not The One Planning Your Travel. While not planning your travel is a pro to some, for other travelers, it's a major con. ...
  • You Add Another Person To The Equation. ...
  • You Actually Have To Find The Agent. ...
  • They're Not Great For Spur-Of-The-Moment Changes.


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They can help find the best rooms, book services you didn't even know existed and tie all the pieces together on a complicated itinerary. A travel agent can be particularly beneficial if you don't have the time to do all the research yourself, or if you're looking for help in getting the best deal.

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When you book a client and they check out, the hotel pays the travel host agency and then the host agency pays the advisor.

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In terms of how much travel agents make per booking, it varies widely by destination and hotel. Hotels generally offer a commission of 10 to 15% per booking. And that's just for hotel bookings.

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National Geographic looks into whether or not people still use travel advisors, and the answer is a resounding yes!

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Word of mouth is still a good way to find out about a travel agent. Personal recommendations from friends and family are a good source. But you can also look at what other people think about them online. Get a pretty clear idea, and in particular see what previous customers say, see if they are satisfied.

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Highest paying cities for Travel Agents near United States
  • Queens, NY. $23.05 per hour. 11 salaries reported.
  • Jacksonville, FL. $22.75 per hour. 8 salaries reported.
  • Denver, CO. $19.41 per hour. 13 salaries reported.
  • Orlando, FL. $18.63 per hour. 12 salaries reported.
  • Las Vegas, NV. $18.37 per hour. ...
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The cruise industry, aiming to ensure maximum occupancy on their vast ships, often extends attractive commission rates or bonuses to travel agents based on the number of cabins they book. Commissions could be as high as 12%.

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Travel Agents Can Save You Time Booking a trip, with all its working parts, can take hours, especially if you're researching and comparing the best deals, said Avery Harris of Viking Travel. A travel agent will take much less time to help you find what you're looking for, Harris said.

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The Top 20 Most Powerful Travel Agencies in 2023
  1. Booking Holdings. (photo courtesy of Booking Holdings) ...
  2. Expedia Group. ...
  3. American Express Global Business Travel. ...
  4. BCD Travel. ...
  5. CWT. ...
  6. Flight Centre. ...
  7. American Express Travel. ...
  8. Chase Travel Group.


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It's a myth that working with a travel agent will automatically cost you more; most get paid via commissions from the hotel or outfitter. Sure, some travel agents do charge a fee for putting together an itinerary, but most will credit you that fee if you end up booking the trip through them.

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Travel Agents Save You Time Travel agents can take the guesswork out of researching and evaluating the many options available to travelers, saving you time and the hassles that often come with vacation planning.

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