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Myth Busting: Travel Advisor Edition

May 20, 2019 by crystal Leave a Comment

Thank you to our friends at Travel Insured International for sharing!

Travel Advisor Myth Busting

by Travel Insured | Mar 27, 2019

There’s no denying that the travel industry is drastically different than it was a century, a decade, or just a few years ago. Travel advisors used to virtually be the only source of travel information besides the shuffle between outdated pamphlets and books.

Now travel advisors find themselves fighting through the noise to prove that the internet is not the be-all-end-all and that they’re still the travel experts.

With this extra burden to carry, travel advisors are also feeling the burden of stereotypes. Through Travel Insured’s close work with advisors every day, we’ve gotten to see just how mythological these stereotypes are:

Myth VS Fact

Myth: Travel advisors are obsolete.
Fact: There’s no denying that the internet is an awesome travel-research tool. Travel advisors help travelers sort through all of the “internet fluff” to get to the core of what they are looking for in a dream trip.

Myth: Travel advisors try to sell expensive options to get the highest commissions.
Fact: Travel advisors are invested in converting a one-time client to a lifetime client. To do so, travel advisors work with their clients not to create the most expensive trip, but to ensure their trips are exactly how they envision every time.

Myth: Travel advisors require a huge fee for their services.
Fact: Many travel advisors don’t charge a fee at all, and if they do, a service fee is typically minimal compared to the time and stress spent when travelers plan trips on their own.

Myth: Travel advisors book only cookie-cutter trips.
Fact: Travel advisors’ main goal is to create a trip catered to their client’s vacation vision. Whether that vision is Disney, a safari, or a secluded island getaway – travel advisors are skilled to ask pointed questions to plan the dream trip.

Myth: Travel advisors don’t offer more than the internet.
Fact: The travel industry has never been more convoluted since the rise of the Google search. Travel advisors receive special offers as a travel industry insider, have more leverage in travel bookings, and more experience scanning through the internet jargon.

Travel advisors aren’t a thing of the past – they’re a thing of the present and future. Along with travel protection, travel advisors help ensure travelers vacation relaxed, secure, and insured.

Filed Under: Travel Tips Tagged With: Amy Lawson, Ann Anderson, Bahamas, Cathy Palazzo, central Florida, Crystal Burriss, Elissa Colon, Florida, Frei, gari-leigh wojciechowski, Kristi Gibson, Kristy Vaughn, Krystina Savaria, Laura Robinson, Malia Fredrickson, Quinn Willard, Raleigh Travel Agent, Sarah, Shannan Wright, Sheena Truss, Susan Robinson, travel advisor, travel agency, Travel Agent, travel consultant, Travel Planning, Universal Orlando, Vacation, Vacation Planning, Wendy Stephens

Overcoming the fear of Disney World in the Summer

May 7, 2019 by Elissa Colón

We promise, you won’t melt!

Disney World in the summer. When I say those words what is the first thing you think of? Heat, humidity, sweat, the scorching sun, am I right? What if I told you that you were thinking about Disney in the summer all wrong? When I think of summer at Disney World I think low crowds, not missing school and a chance to save some money. I know people have a fear of the heat when traveling to Disney World in the summer, but I have some reasons that might cure that fear of Florida summers permanently.

Reason Number 1 Smaller Crowds: 
There are so many reasons to travel to Disney World in the summer, but the most important of these is that there is a significantly lower crowd. Most people are afraid of Disney World in two situations- the heat and the rain. This is what makes it the perfect time to go. You can walk through the park without having to bump into people. Go shopping or get food without having to push through crowded stores. You can even sit with your family to watch a show or a parade without people sitting on top of you. Most importantly though you can go from attraction to attraction with little to no wait! Just think you can go on your favorite attractions over and over again with little to no wait! Not having to spend hours in lines also means that you have the time and the freedom to truly enjoy all of the amenities that Disney World has to offer. This allows you to come and go between your resort and the parks so you get a better chance to enjoy both. You can do an early morning in the park, head back to your resort for an afternoon dip or nap and then head back to the park in the evenings. You are truly able to go with the flow and live your best life.

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party starts mid- August. Look how low those crowds are on a summer day!

Reason Number 2, School and Cost:
The second major reason to travel to Disney World in the summer is to not miss school. There are many parents that take their children out of school during the school year for a trip, you are my people. However, there are many people who can not take their children out of school. Perhaps your child is older and is not in a grade where they can easily miss a lot of school work. A member of the family might be a teacher and is unable to miss work to spend time on a vacation. For these families there is only one option, to go when school is off. The problem with going to Disney World or really any travel destination when school is not in session is that is when everyone goes. This means crowds and usually a higher total trip cost. However, summer in Disney World does not follow this rule. Since people are afraid of the heat in Florida this is the perfect time to travel for the folks that can not miss school. The crowds are light, and the prices are typically lower. It is a win-win situation. You get to go to Disney World for less money and do not have to deal with the crowds that are typically there for spring or winter break. Yes, it is hot, but what is a little heat when you get to have a better-quality vacation for less money?

Ice Cream makes a hot day much more magical, especially if it is Mickey shaped!

Reason Number 3, The Heat:
So, let’s talk about the heat. Yes, it is hot in Florida and it is humid, but where is it not? Most of the US deals with either extreme heat, humidity or both during the summer months. The question is where do you want to deal with that heat? Do you want to be sitting on a field watching your kid play soccer or baseball or watching a Disney World parade? Do you want to be in an air-conditioned office or in an air-conditioned attraction? A hot and humid day at Disney World beats a day anywhere else. At least at Disney World there are Mickey ice cream bars!

So, let’s overcome that fear of Florida summer together. Yes, you will be hot, but that wont change if you stay home. At least if you go to Disney World you and your family get to make amazing, magical memories with low crowds while you get to save some money. So, no more fear instead lets say Disney World this summer for sure!

Tips for beating the summer heat in Disney World
No More Fear!
• Get to parks at opening, take a mid afternoon break and then return to the parks at night.
• Take advantage of your resort pool!
• Upgrade to a water park ticket! There are two water parks with so much to do!
• Take water misters that you can carry with you.
• Use hand held fans that are battery powered or that you can charge the night before! Amazon has some great options.
• Use cooling rags! The Frogg Togg cooling towels on Amazon are awesome.
• Order FREE ice water at any quick service locations.
• Use those snack credits for Ice Cream or Frozen Drinks.
• Take advantage of indoor waiting and lounging areas with air conditioning.
• Ride water rides like Splash Mountain or Kali River Rapids.
• Be sure to stay hydrated and take breaks from the sun.
• Escape to a bathroom or a store for a blast of air conditioning.
• Make afternoon full service dining plans to sit inside and escape the heat in the worst part of the day.
• Run through the park in the afternoon rain storms. The park will empty out even more and the rain will cool you down.
• Make sure you use plenty of water proof sunscreen and reapply often. The summer sun can be      brutal to your skin if you do not protect it.

 

Filed Under: Disney World, DWB Vacations Tagged With: Amy Lawson, Beat the Heat, Crystal Burriss, Disney Parks, Disney World, DWB Vacations, Summer travel, travel agency, Travel Planning, Vacation, Vacation Planning

World’s largest cruise ship

March 27, 2018 by crystal

Royal Caribbean International took ownership of the world’s largest cruise ship!

Thirty-six months, 4,700 shipbuilders and crew, and one common goal: to deliver the ultimate family adventure. Royal Caribbean International honored the instrumental project team of Symphony of the Seas during the highly anticipated delivery event at STX France shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France. Michael Bayley, President and CEO of Royal Caribbean International, Richard Fain, Chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., and Laurent Castaing, General Manager of STX France, led the traditional flag-changing ceremony, which symbolizes the ship’s official delivery from the ship builder to Royal Caribbean.

Symphony of the Seas by the numbers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To book your adventure on Symphony of the Seas or on any vacation, please contact your favorite DWB Vacations agent today!

Filed Under: Cruise, Royal Caribbean, Uncategorized Tagged With: Cruise, Florida, Oasis, Royal Caribbean, Symphony, travel agency, Travel Planning, Vacation Planning

2019 Walt Disney World Resort Packages

March 1, 2018 by crystal

We want to keep you up to date on the latest information about the 2019 Walt Disney World Resort packages. Prices and packages for the following year usually come out in the summer months but we know many of our friends are watching and ready to book ASAP! To make sure we get in touch with you as soon as possible, please complete this simple 2 question form. EASY PEASY!

**And we promise we will not bombard you with spam. We don’t have time that! 😉

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: 2019, Amy Lawson, Aquila Harward, central Florida, Crystal Burriss, Disney Parks, Disney Vacation, Disney World, DWB Vacations, Epcot, Florida, Janna Hicks, Kelly Capps, Kristi Gibson, Magic Kingdom, Michelle Looney, Travel Agent, Travel Planning, Vacation, Vacation Planning

Coming to Universal Orlando Resort in 2017

August 2, 2016 by crystal

We are very excited to share a first look into Universal’s Volcano Bay coming to Orlando in 2017! Universal Orlando Resort will be opening their third park in the Orlando area.

Universal Orlando Resort tells us there will be no standing in long lines, no wrestling with tubes and no waiting for the fun to begin. It will be a tropical paradise just steps away from everything Universal Orlando Resort™ has to offer.

 

Where will it be on Universal Orlando Resort’s property?

Universal’s Volcano Bay will be conveniently located at Universal Orlando Resort next to Cabana Bay. The new Universal Orlando theme park will be within walking distance of some of the most amazing resort hotels in the Orlando area!

Universal's Volcano Bay

 

To find out more about Universal Orlando Resort or to book your next vacation, contact your favorite DWB Vacations team member today!

 

Filed Under: Uncategorized, Universal Orlando Tagged With: DWB Vacations, Florida, Holidays, Islands of Adventure, Orlando, Travel Agent, travel consultant, Travel Planning, Universal, Universal Orlando, Universal water park, Vacation Planning, Volcano Bay, water park, Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Key West Vacation Must Do List

May 26, 2015 by crystal

Have you ever wanted to visit Key West?  It’s a great vacation spot that you can get to by land or by sea!  Many of the cruise line have a stop on the island during their Bahamas and Caribbean sailings.  Whether you are visiting for a day or a long weekend there is plenty to do on the island.

Here are a few of my top must dos!

Take a ride on the conch tour train – you will get a nice overview and history of the island from your trolley.  The guides are very knowledgeable and you will see attractions you would like to go back to and explore more!

Take a family picture at the Southern Most point of the continental US, its only 90 miles to Cuba!

Key West

Tour Hemingway’s House – Take a guided tour of the house and see the famous 6 toed cats.

Do some shopping in Mallory square, visit the Key West Aquarium, the Shipwreck Treasure Museum during the day and take in the sunset and street vendors at night.  You will see everything from acrobatic cats to fire breathers as the sun goes down over the ocean!

View up to 60 different Buttery species and over 20 exotic bird species at the Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory.

Take a day trip out to the Dry Tortugas National Park.  If you are in town for a few days take the ferry that departs every morning for a day of exploring and snorkeling the beautiful waters.  A sea plane is also available for shorter trips.

FL Keys

Of course no trip to Key West is complete without doing the Duval Crawl!  Start at Hogs Breath on the North End and work your way down.  Make sure you stop at Sloppy Joe’s for some great local music, see where Hemingway used to hang out at Capt. Tony’s Saloon, and have a margarita at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville.

No matter what you decide to do Key West is a diverse and entertaining destination!

I would love to help you plan your next vacation to the Keys or stop in Key West on your next cruise.Please let me know how I can help!!  – Malia

 

Where is Key West?

You’ll notice Key West is the last key in Florida. Key West is actually farther south than Nassau and only 90 miles from Cuba.

Florida Keys
Florida Keys

Filed Under: Travel Fun, Travel Tips Tagged With: Cruise, Florida, Key West, Malia Fredrickson, Travel Agent, Travel Planning, Travel tips

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