We are lucky enough to be planning a trip to Disneyland Paris very soon. Whilst planning i have come across the phenomenon of a Disney Travel Agent. A service that is of no cost to the customer (the agent just earns a commission from Disney if you book). If you are thinking about a trip to Disney USA or a Disney cruise then check out our guest post from the lovely Madison Weaver here.
Thinking about taking a trip with Disney, but aren’t sure if you should book with a travel agent? Here are 10 reasons why you SHOULD!
I’m Madison Weaver, a travel advisor for all Disney destinations with Ears of Experience, LLC, an award-winning authorized Disney vacation planner agency. My husband Steven and I are a team known as “The Magic Makers!” We specialize in taking care of all of the planning details in order to make our clients’ Disney vacations as magical as can be! We are parents who have “done Disney” with our daughter in tow, so we know how stressful it can be to ensure everything is just right for your vacation. Let us help you take that stress away!
To use a travel agent, or to not use a travel agent? It’s a question that many people find themselves asking when it comes time to plan every family vacation. And it’s a great question! When I started my business in the travel industry, I was shocked to find out that many people had never used a travel agent in their entire life! They never knew all of the amazing benefits that TA’s offer their clients. When you look at all the value they provide to your family’s vacation, you’ll wonder why you never used them to begin with!
If you’ve been on the fence about using a travel agent to plan your Disney vacation, let me give you 10 amazing reasons you should let US do all the work for you!
Disclaimer: Not all travel agencies offer the same services (and not all of them are authorized Disney vacation planners), so do your research before deciding which agent to book with!
1. We provide valuable expertise and personal experience
Disney without a plan is a recipe for a complete disaster! And without personal experience and a knowledge of how Disney works, it’s hard to make a plan that will work best for your family! My husband and I have been going to Disney World for YEARS (my parents took me on my first trip when I was 6 months old!), so we know the best times to go, ALL of the ins and outs of the parks, where the hot spots are, the best transportation methods, how to navigate the park efficiently, and all the secrets to having the best vacation possible! Because of this, we can give our personal opinions on what we like, what we don’t like, and what we think would be best for your family.
Not only do we have experience, but we have extremely valuable expertise. We are highly trained agents who are graduates of Disney’s College of Knowledge, so we are certified experts in our field and can provide our clients with detailed information about all of Disney’s destinations.
2. We keep up with all of Disney’s latest events, news, and attractions
Just as Disney is forever changing and coming up with new things to offer their customers, we are ALWAYS learning something new and continuing our education on all of Disney’s destinations so we can give our clients the most accurate and up-to-date information.
3. We ONLY book Disney destinations
As authorized Disney vacation planners, we have a special relationship with Disney. We ONLY book vacations for Disney destinations, making us an expert in all things Disney! Not every travel agency is an authorized Disney vacation planner, so when you book with us you can be sure that we know all that there is to know about the Disney destination you are traveling to!
4. Our services are completely FREE
I know you’ve got to be thinking, nothing on this earth is free. But trust me, our clients don’t pay an extra dime for our services! Disney pays us a commission every time a client books a vacation through us. There are no hidden fees and no games. Our services really are free, AND priceless!
We work hard to make your vacation everything you dream it to be. Our main goal is to build a relationship with our clients, earn their trust, and advising on what we think would benefit their family most even if that means making less commission on a booking. We help our clients get the most value on their vacation while also not skimping out on worthy splurges and attractions. We have planned luxury vacations for big, small, and multigenerational families, and small weekend getaways for families on a tight budget. Your needs and wants are important to us, and while we have so much fun doing our job, we also take it very seriously.
5. You can ask us ALL the questions
We are here for you when you need us! We work remotely, so our time is flexible, and we are available outside normal business hours if you have questions or need help with anything during your vacation.
6. We make sure you get the BEST price for your vacation
When you book with us, you get the same price as if you were to book through Disney directly. However, if Disney comes out with a promotion that is available and applicable to your reservation after you have booked your vacation, we automatically adjust your rate to get you the best price! If you were to book with Disney on your own, you would need to look for promotions daily and adjust the rate yourself. This often requires waking up early in the morning, dealing with website crashes, and holding on the phone for hours. Why do all of that yourself when we can do it for you at no cost?
7. We take care of all the details
We don’t just book your vacation for you and leave you hanging on everything else! If you would like, we take care of your dining reservations, stroller and scooter rentals, VIP tours, extra ticketed events, provide assistance with FastPasses and so much more. If you have any problems that arise during your vacation, we are there to take care of them for you! Did you know that dining reservations for Walt Disney World are available to book at 6am 180 days prior to your arrival date? I don’t know about you, but I would rather have someone else get up that early and reserve them for me for free any day!
8. You won’t have to talk to a different person every time you need something
If you get tired of explaining your situation to different agents or cast members every time you call in (and have to wait in a queue), then you’ll love this reason to book with us. As your travel agents, you will always deal directly with us! We will get to know you and your family’s requests, needs, and wants, so we know how to advise you in making the best decisions!
9. We provide physical packets to help you navigate your way through the parks
One of the biggest things we offer that sets us apart in the travel industry is definitely our client packet. We provide you with a personalized itinerary to fit your family’s needs and wants, park tips and tricks, dining plan/reservation info, park maps, and SO much more. If you aren’t tech-savvy (or even if you are!), you’ll definitely enjoy being able to see everything laid out in front of you in an organized manner. Our clients LOVE getting their packets a few weeks before their trip because it also adds that level of excitement of their vacation is getting closer!
10. You are supporting a small business
When you book with us, not only are you getting the amazing services I just mentioned, but you are greatly supporting a small business. You are helping us build an amazing life for our little family, and we are so grateful for your support!
Have you ever visited a Disney destination? Which destination is your favorite?
If you’re thinking of taking a vacation to a Disney destination soon but you’re overwhelmed and don’t know where to begin, I’d be happy to help! Click here to get a free, no obligation quote on your vacation! If you’d like to see some of our Disney adventures, check out our blog!
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