Frequently asked questions.

Why do you have a deposit instead of a planning fee?

I believe a deposit is a better option for my clients than a planning fee. Unlike a planning fee, which is an additional cost, your deposit is applied directly toward your trip.

While planning fees are often non-refundable, I strive to ensure your satisfaction with your travel itinerary. If we’re unable to reach an agreement, I will refund your deposit, retaining only a small research fee (20% of the deposit). Travel Culture's Guarantee

Deposits are a follows: 

  • Classic Design 200 per person - up to 7 travelers

  • Unique Design 250 per person - up to 7 travelers

  • Specialty Group Vacations 1800 per group - 8 or more travelers

  • Group Design 1400 per group - 8 or more travelers

  • Private Villas - 150 per person - up to 9 travelers - 1400 per group (10 or more)

  • All-Inclusive Resorts 125 per person - up to 10 travelers - 1300 per group (11 or more)

  • Cruises - 100 per person - up to 11 travelers - 1200 per group (12 or more)

Are you qualified to be a travel advisor?

Yes! I have a Travel Agent Certification (TAC) from Travel Agent Campus as well as having logged countless training hours with specific travel partners (Norwegian, Carnival, Signature, Bahamas Tourism etc.) I am also a certified cruise specialist (CCS), as well as a certified Bahamas specialist. I am continuing my education on a daily and weekly basis.

As well as certifications, I am well-traveled. I’ve been traveling since I was 10 years old. Lived in 4 different countries and raised 7 kids all over the world.

Why use a travel advisor when I can just book it myself?

Some GREAT benefits would be:

  • We keep up with travel requirements (aka. country requirements, visas, vaccine requirements etc.) to make sure you get to your destination safely and with minimal to no problems.

  • We take care of the details. We don’t just book a vacation, we make sure you know all the details and restrictions. You deserve the best value for what you paid for not just a cheap, easy, non-refundable booking.

  • We deal with travel all day. We have forums, facebook pages, conferences, webinars and so much information pouring in 24/7. We get more information about travel than you can ever sort through browsing the web yourself.

  • We love travel as much (or even more) than you do. Despite what most people think, becoming a travel advisor is not something you can do over night. It takes time, training, and qualifications just like any other occupation. We do so much more than people realize and we don’t get paid for the overtime.

  • More time for you! You get more “me time” and less “worry about all the travel details" time. Stress less, just let me take care of it.

Do you offer a Guarantee?

YES! YES! YES!

If you are unsatisfied with your travel itinerary and we cannot come to an agreement I will refund you half of your deposit.

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