Why Use a Travel Advisor

Part Deux – Why Hire a Travel Advisor: PITA x 2

Yesterday’s blog received a comment by a friend, and former business networking colleague, Aron Brajtman.  Aron is a business coach, and one of the messages he stresses is that business owners must focus on their value proposition – what it is that sets them apart. I’ve answered Aron’s question in the comment, but I thought the point worth elevating […]

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Why Hire a Travel Advisor – PITA x 2 !

I’ve had some discussions with new clients lately that has got me tweaking my messaging.  It’s definitely true that many consumers have a do-it-yourself mentality (the DIY’ers).  They believe they can get all the info they need to plan the perfect vacation just by spending a few hours on the internet searching. To paraphrase my Virtuoso colleague, Anne

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Proud to be a Virtuoso Travel Advisor

Vision 2000 Travel Group is a proud member of Virtuoso. Virtuoso ” is a network of the world’s finest travel agencies with knowledgeable advisors who draw upon first-hand experience to craft the perfect vacation for their clients. Virtuoso affiliated travel advisors have global connections with the best hotels, cruise lines, airlines and tour companies. For you,

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The Re-emergence of the Travel Advisor & the Power of One-to-One

I just returned from Virtuoso’s Travel Mart at the Bellagio in Las Vegas. I was one of over 3700 people from 90 countries around the globe who had gathered to learn what’s new in luxury travel. This was my first time attending Travel Mart, and I went to Vegas with many newbies on Vision 2000’s @home team with our GM, Lynda Sinclair,

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On Vacay? Here are some Tips to Avoid/ Minimize Issues

A recent exchange with journalist Kathy Buckworth got me thinking about the things I tell my new clients. There are definitely benefits to booking your travel with a travel advisor. But my advising continues long after the client’s booking is done. There are still things that I make sure my clients do to ensure they are ready for vacation.

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Virtuoso Amenities for Clients Deserving the "Best of the Best"

I’m thrilled that as a result of my affiliation with Vision 2000, I’m a member of Virtuoso – a consortium of the world’s leading hotels, cruise lines, onsite destination partners, and travel agencies. It’s simply a collection of the “best of the best.” Virtuoso produces an annual “best of the best” coffee book.  You can

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Virtuoso Life – free apps & digital magazines

I love being a Virtuoso travel advisor. I can send my clients wonderful marketing magazines such as Virtuoso Life. Available in hard copy form, Virtuoso Life magazine is also now available at your finger tips! Download the FREE App today http://www.virtuoso.com/publications/virtuosolifemobileapps/ In This Issue –  From Beverly Hills to Thailand, the Virtuoso Life Hotel issue

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Proud to be a Virtuoso Travel Advisor – Extraordinary Experiences

I’m proud to be a Virtuoso travel advisor with Vision 2000 Travel Group. Being a Virtuoso travel advisor means I’m part of the “best of the best”  – and can offer my clients the “best of the best.” Vision 2000 is a leading member of Virtuoso, a network of the world’s finest travel agencies with

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Only a spider trusts the web, but if you book online, book "my site" instead

I’m a personal travel advisor. I am a knowledgeable and resourceful consultant who can look at your family’s needs and wants, and come up with solutions to ensure you have the vacation of your dreams. I’m a memory maker, and I love it. I specialize in made-to-measure travel – or, travel that “fits” you right! 🙂

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"Best holiday ever"-client returns fr Noteworthy Events tour London

I just received the most wonderful of emails from a client. She’d just returned from a trip to London with her 5 and 11 year old daughters, and her mom (grandma).  We had a private driver pick them up at Heathrow, drive them to their hotel, and then had a private tour guide arranged for areas

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