Five Reasons to use a Travel Agent to plan your Destination Wedding

There's a possibility that you have never used a travel agent before! But, while you may have planned trips for you and your partner in the past using online platforms, it is unlikely that you have organized an entire group of rooms this way.

Destination weddings are a different ball game. There are so many moving parts and if you don't have the experience or knowledge of certain tricks of the trade, you could be asking for more stress than you need to have.

So without further adieu, here are five reasons to use a Destination Wedding Travel Agent!

1. They can save you money

The majority of travel agents do not charge a fee as they are paid a commission by the resorts and tour operators. Travel agent pricing is not necessarily more expensive, in fact it can be quite the opposite. Because agents have access to multiple tour operators and relationships with them, they can usually find great pricing!

2. They can help you organize a room block

A room block is exactly as it sounds - a group of rooms set aside for the wedding couple under their group reservation. A room block holds the rates in place for your guests, so when the resort's website price rises through time, your group has rates that are held. The room block also holds inventory for your group. There are certain resorts that sell out very far in advance or they will have certain room categories that sell out. Your guests, however, are protected by the contracted inventory being held in your room block reservation.

3. They can help you access promotions and comps

Many resorts will offer incentives for couples to host their weddings there. This can come in the form of complementary events, cash back for the wedding couple based on how many room nights are booked, complimentary airfare and more! Depending on the resort that you select, comps can be significant and they can make or break your budget. An experienced Destination Wedding Travel Agent can point you in the right direction so you end up selecting a resort that rewards you with comps and promotions.

4. They can assist you and your guests with airport transportation

Many couples will underestimate the logistical part of the travel process which is your guests arrival at the airport. Many International airports can be confusing and the process of getting to and from the resort can feel overwhelming, especially for guests who are not avid travelers. A travel agent will ensure that your guests have booked a reliable licensed transfer company and that they have the proper instructions on how to locate them at the airport. They are also able to book group transfers for guests who are arriving together - everything from a limousine, a bus, a luxury navigator and more!

5.They can help you and your guests book excursions

During the planning process, you may realize that you'd like to get off the resort at some point to discover the destination. Many couples will organize an excursion for their guests to participate in - they could charter a yacht or a party boat, visit a local monument or visit local nightlife. Your travel agent is an expert on the destination and they can suggest excursions that are tailored for you and your group and they can even facilitate booking it.