FAQ

There are many reasons why you should use a travel advisor!  Click here to read my “8 Reasons Why to Use a Travel Advisor.”  You can also click here to find out why you should use Semmes Travel!

With my partnership with Virtuoso, I am able to secure my clients exclusive VIP access and complementary benefits with partner hotels and select cruise itineraries.  For the partner hotels, the special amenities tend to vary from property to property and often include:

• Preferred rates
• Complimentary breakfast for two
• Early check-in/late check-out, if available
• Room upgrades, if available
• Hotel credits for dining, spa, and activities (averaging around $100)
• VIP status

For certain cruise lines and cruise itineraries, again, the special amenities tend to vary and often include:

• Shipboard credits
• Virtuoso-exclusive shore excursions
• Welcome aboard receptions
• Dedicated onboard hosts
• Private car and driver
• Specialty dining
• Pre-paid gratuities

I also have special relationships and connections with other travel suppliers around the globe that can provide exclusive benefits to my clients.

I first want to know a little about you.  Next, I want to know why you want to travel.  A special occasion?  To explore a new city?  What is the purpose?  Finally, I want to know about your travel style and preferences.  What type of experiences do you want to have?  What are some of your past travel experiences?  Things you loved?  Things you did not like?  What do you value in travel?

After learning about you and your travel preferences (you can fill out this client preference form), I will then want to know specifics (you can fill out this client travel request form)!  Do you know where you want to go?  Do you have travel dates?  What type of vibe are you looking for?  What type of activities do you like?

Finally, I will want to know how I can help you!  What do you need from me?  What all do you want me to include in your booking?

YES!  100%.  Without a doubt!  You’re investing in a trip.  You don’t want to lose your investment because something unexpected happens.  Buy the travel insurance.

I want to make your travel planning and travel experience as easy and seamless as possible.  Click here to read more about the process of working with me.

Majority of travel advisors do charge fees. The fees cover the time it takes to research, design, plan, manage, and book a trip. Fees depend on the elements involved and their complexity.  We will discuss the fees in out initial converation.  Also, you can contact me with any additional questions about the fees.