How do I find a travel agent from this board?

[Katems75]

I believe a few people on here are travel agents...how would I get contact info?  I believe the people on this board know RC well and know the ins and outs but I don't know for certain who they are or how to contact them in that capacity.  If this isn't allowed, where else would you suggest I find a travel agent who knows RC as well as the people here?

 

Also, is it really totally free?  I'm really not sure how travel agents work I'm afraid!

 

Thank you.

Edited September 19, 2023 by Katems75

[Ourusualbeach]

29 minutes ago, Katems75 said:

 

 

Also, is it really totally free?  I'm really not sure how travel agents work I'm afraid!

 

Thank you.

Yes.  Make sure you akso make sure that they do not impose any if their own cancellation fees.  The good ones don't. 

[gmerick]

Just a bit of google-ing, CruiseCritic is part of The Independent Traveler, Inc. (look at the bottom of the web page here) owned by tripadvisor.com.  The Wikipedia page for TripAdvisor will list a whole boatload of travel sites.

[Host Kat]

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[1025cruise]

As Host Kat mentioned, these boards do not allow us to name/recommend/refer/etc travel agents. It is best to ask your friends/colleagues/etc for a recommendation.

 

Generally, travel agents are paid commission based on booking the cruise for you. They become your first line of contact for any questions. Some TAs might charge a cancellation penalty if you cancel the cruise. I'd avoid those. 

[MiniChunks]

If you pay close enough attention, you can figure it out. Google is your friend