Why booking with a travel agent matters

Hey there, adventure-seeker! 👋 Let’s chat—no pressure, just you, me, and maybe a mental cocktail on a beach somewhere (with a tiny umbrella, obviously). Today I want to talk about something that’s super close to my heart: shopping small, and more specifically, why it matters when you’re booking travel.

Now before your eyes glaze over and you start thinking “Okay, but Expedia has a sale,” hear me out. Supporting small businesses is more than a feel-good trend—it’s a power move. And guess what? Most travel agencies are small businesses. Yep! The people planning your dream vacation are real humans—often working from their homes, laptops, or tiny studios filled with passports, coffee mugs, and wanderlust. 💻✈️

So, why should you shop small, especially when it comes to travel? Buckle up, friend. Let’s go!

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1. You’re Getting a Person, Not an Algorithm

When you book through a small travel agency, you’re not talking to a chatbot named “Dave” who takes 45 minutes to say “We’re sorry for the inconvenience.” You’re talking to Anna, or Tina, or Joshua, who knows the ins and outs of Italy, the best resort in Punta Cana, and how to dodge crowds at Disney. They actually care about your trip—and it shows.

2. Customized Magic, Just for You

Big websites? Cookie-cutter packages. Small travel agents? Tailored adventures. Want a quiet villa in Greece with a view of the sea and zero tour buses? Done. Want to plan a girls’ trip to New Orleans with food tours, jazz bars, and just the right amount of chaos? A small travel agent will make that happen—without the stress of you spending 11 hours Googling “best hotels that aren’t sketchy.”

3. Your Booking Actually Matters to Them

When you book with a big travel site, you’re one of millions. When you book with a small agency, you’re the client. That $3,500 cruise? That helps them keep the lights on, buy groceries, and maybe treat themselves to a much-needed latte after working late to fix your flight change. You’re not just a number—you’re their entire business.

4. They’ve Got Your Back When Things Get Weird

Canceled flights, hotel overbookings, weird weather drama—small travel agents are like magical problem-solving unicorns. 🦄 They’ll handle the chaos, while you sip your drink and post vacation selfies like nothing’s wrong. It’s like having a vacation bodyguard.

5. You’re Supporting Dreams, Not Corporations

Behind every small travel agency is a story. Maybe it’s a mom who wanted more flexibility. Maybe it’s a couple who turned their love of travel into a business. Either way, when you support them, you’re fueling a dream—not just inflating some CEO’s bonus.

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So… Why Not Make Your Next Trip Feel Good All Around?

Booking with a small travel agency = awesome trip + feel-good vibes + real support. It’s basically a triple win. 🎉

So the next time you’re dreaming of palm trees, Paris, or that bucket-list adventure to Iceland, skip the mega-sites and find a small travel biz to make the magic happen. Chances are, they’re right around the corner—or just a DM away.

Happy travels, 💛 Crystal & the DWB Vacations advisors

(P.S. If you’ve got a favorite small biz travel agent, go show them some love today. They probably just saved someone from a 12-hour layover.)