68% of U.S. Travelers Prefer Booking Vacations with Travel Agents

 

Released by:

A1 Technology & Travel /

Nidelka Mayers

  

For Immediate Release

 

New York, NY, October 20, 2005:  According to the findings of a recent study conducted by Galileo International, a leading global distribution system, and subsidiary of Cendant Corp., nearly 7 out to 10 United States adults (68%) are more comfortable booking travel plans through a professional still held in high regard by many travelers because of their personal service, destination knowledge, flexibility and recommendations.  65% of adults said the ability to sit down with an agent and discuss plans is a “must have” when it comes to navigating the confusing world of travel and making major vacation purchases.

 

The many ways that travel agents better serve consumers than the Internet include:

o                The ability to book all travel plans, including air, lodging and car rental.

o                Explaining just what’s included and what you really get for your money.

o                Clarifying offering such as refund and cancellation policies.

o                Destination knowledge and often first-hand experience about destinations.

o                Having access to the top industry suppliers and great deals only available to travel agents.

o                Offering competitive pricing and the convenience of one-stop shopping.

 

Nidelka Mayers has been the owner/operator of A1 Technology & Travel services for 5 years, and has sent more than 200 of clients on vacation experiences.  She specializes in Caribbean, South America, Hawaii, Fiji, Tahiti, Europe and Mexico destination; a niche specialist of Spa and Destination Weddings & Honeymoons.

 

About  A1 Technology & Travel Services, Inc
New York City-based A1 Technology & Travel Services, Inc provides travel and event planning services to businesses and consumers in more the New York tri-state and Northern New Jersey area.  Honeymoon Affair brand, specializes in honeymoons and destination weddings while Your Wedding Affair is a leader in event planning, planning and organizing wedding, special events and corporate travel events. All brands are individually operated but worked closely to provide clients a one-stop shopping experience.

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