Getting Started
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!
Step 1: Initial consultation. We will sit down and discuss what you want from your vacation. Perhaps you have some ideas for destinations, or maybe not. That is okay! We have questions to ask to help us narrow down the field and find the best destination for you.
Step 2: Our designers get to work. At this point we request a small deposit and Vacation Designers will get to work. We will search numerous vendors, locations, prices and specials that fit your dream vacation. The deposit will go toward your last vacation payment.
Step 3: Follow through service. Booking your trip might seem like the last step in this process, but rest assured we are available to you throughout your vacation. Perhaps you've been snowed in at an airport or have a travel emergency. We are available to assist you with any unexpected situation. We will provide you with your agent’s cell phone number before your trip and we will be available to you 24/7.
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!
Step 1: Initial consultation. We will sit down and discuss what you want from your vacation. Perhaps you have some ideas for destinations, or maybe not. That is okay! We have questions to ask to help us narrow down the field and find the best destination for you.
Step 2: Our designers get to work. At this point we request a small deposit and Vacation Designers will get to work. We will search numerous vendors, locations, prices and specials that fit your dream vacation. The deposit will go toward your last vacation payment.
Step 3: Follow through service. Booking your trip might seem like the last step in this process, but rest assured we are available to you throughout your vacation. Perhaps you've been snowed in at an airport or have a travel emergency. We are available to assist you with any unexpected situation. We will provide you with your agent’s cell phone number before your trip and we will be available to you 24/7.
"We specialize in you and your vacation."
Using a Travel Agent
Why Use a Travel Agent?
You may be asking yourself this question, “why would I use a Travel Agent, if I can book my own trips online?” The internet has made travel planning appear to be easy by simply plugging in your desired dates and location. Yes, that part is simple. Here is the hard part. How do you know which of the 50+ hotels in the Riviera Maya, Mexico would be best for you? While all the photographs of the resorts are beautiful, what you can’t tell from mere pictures is how well the resort is maintained, the quality of the staff and service, and the general atmosphere of the resort. How do you know if the resort it is right for you? Perhaps you love to shop, but you are nowhere near the local markets. Maybe you want to focus on relaxation, but the resort specializes in nightlife. What if you want to sample the local cuisine, but the resort is all-inclusive and off the beaten path? These are the kind of insights a travel agent can provide.
A travel agent’s knowledge of the culture, geography, resorts, and transportation is indispensible. In addition, our rates are competitive with online sites, so if you do book online, you may not save money and you are losing out on a valuable resource!
How Travel Agents are Paid
Travel Agents generally do not charge fees to their clients on most cruise and tour packages, although there are some exceptions. Instead, travel agents are paid a commission by the vacation vendor, cruise line or resort. With this being said, we would never steer you into booking with a company because of an extra incentive or free beach towel. We work with all major vendors and resorts and do not promote one more than another; we will recommend hotels and resorts based on what will best suit your travel needs.
608.850.3025 lori@vacationdesigners.net
How Travel Agents are Paid
Travel Agents generally do not charge fees to their clients on most cruise and tour packages, although there are some exceptions. Instead, travel agents are paid a commission by the vacation vendor, cruise line or resort. With this being said, we would never steer you into booking with a company because of an extra incentive or free beach towel. We work with all major vendors and resorts and do not promote one more than another; we will recommend hotels and resorts based on what will best suit your travel needs.
