A few of Our Accomplishments
Why Use a Travel Advisor in 2025?
For the last 20 years, travel advisors were predicted to fade away like telephone operators. Yet the opposite has happened. According to the 2024 American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) Fact Sheet, bookings through travel agencies jumped 32% year over year, with 190,000 people now making their living as travel advisors, aka travel agents.
Why the Growth? Simple.
Most advisors don’t charge their clients anything – the industry pays us commissions. We save you hundreds or thousands of dollars, countless hours of time, and most importantly, help you get exactly what you want – whether that’s a dream vacation, honeymoon, destination wedding, or an unforgettable anniversary celebration.
Beyond Time and Money Savings
Sure, everyone asks about price (we’ll get to that), but let’s talk about what really matters – getting the experience right. Here’s what working with a travel advisor really means:
Price and Promotions
Travel Advisors Know How to Save Money
- Air Specials & Other Packages – we have ideas that might help, talk to us.
- Last-minute Deals – Flexible? Depending on where and exactly when, you may be able to make this a money saver.
- Loyalty programs – didn’t sign up? Let us help you make the most of this lost opportunity.
- Resort and Room Specials – Some of our most recommended luxury all-inclusive resorts publish their deals here. These promotions change every week, check back often.
- Service Personnel — Military, Fire, Police…With a little paperwork and some advance timing, you may be able to save big on something that is rarely on sale.
- Wedding Packages – Did you know that for the Bride and Groom, many destination weddings at a Caribbean all-inclusive are much less expensive than a U.S. wedding venue.
Insider Access & Value
- Direct connections with resort management and staff.
- Real-time information from our private advisor networks.
- Firsthand knowledge of rooms, facilities, and services.
- Personal relationships with the best butlers (yes, we request them by name).
Making Memories: Celebrations & Groups
From Anniversaries, Birthdays, Destination Weddings, Friends Gatherings, Re-tie the Knot events, Reunions and just couples by yourselves or entire families, this is how memories are made…forever. Luxury all-inclusive means the food and drinks are included, not to mention the fun.
Destination Wedding Expertise
- Caribbean/Mexico destinations are often less expensive than most traditional U.S. venues.
- You may also get “Free” Nights on Discovery Trips to evaluate the resort.
- Professional wedding planners included at much lower cost than a U.S. venue and planner.
- Built-in honeymoon location.
Luxury Accommodations: Our Specialty
Premium Room Categories
- Over Water Bungalows and Over Water Suites.
- Private Pool rooms including infinity pools, sky pools, beachfront pools and rondovals™.
- Sky Terrace Suites.
- Ocean View rooms with tranquility tubs on the balcony.
- Cabin suites and balcony cabins.
Group Travel Made Easy
- Golf, Pickleball Tournaments you name it, Reunions, Birthdays, Destination Weddings, all coordinated by a travel agent is much easier than giving up a year of your life to pull it off.
- Group Contracts vs. various non-contract groups – which is better…when and why?
- Who’s going to be the group leader? Collect the deposits? Ensure the rooms are reserved and paid for? Coordinate with the facilities director and so on? Travel agents do that.Who has all of the contacts at the resort…we do.
Travel Support & Special Considerations
Special Needs Expertise
- From special dietary requirements and menus that you can view in advance, as well as the best methods to ensure your dietary requirements are met.
- Is the resort autistic-guest friendly?
- Wheelchair accessible – my wife was in a wheelchair when we were given a 2nd story room with no elevator. We knew in advance that we would have the support needed, but will you?
Details That Make the Difference
- Transfers – How are you going to get to the resort? We sometimes book 3 resorts that are about 90-120 minutes away from largest International airport. The shuttle is included, but for some the road is too windy and hard to take. Our options include a sea going ferry followed by a short car ride, or a helicopter. There are nuances to the planning of any of these options and we can sum them up in mere minutes.
- Butler/No Butler – never had one? We can help with expectations and how they can easily make your vacation stress free allowing you to focus on what you want to do. And, depending on where you are going…we can often request the best butlers, by name.
Advanced Planning & Experiences
- Complex Itineraries – going island hopping? We can help plan multi-destination trips with transfers and provide a nice itinerary to keep you on track.
- Seasonal Travel Planning – does it really rain in Spain? How inaccurate is your weather app? We can give first-hand advice on what it is like, and when.
- Dining reservations and special requirements – When can you make them? Are they required? Does your room category include room service?
- Room location matters – Are you okay with a suite next to the clothing optional beach? How private is that pool? No one can guarantee a specific unit unless it is the only one, however, we know who and how to request the best in order to increase your odds.
Insider Access & Real-Time Support
- Our travel advisors have access to private communities that share information in real time, including up to date contact information for key personnel at the most recommended best resorts.
- Butlers…by name. If you reserve a butler room with us, there is a good chance that we will request the butlers by name. Why not?
Unique & Hard-to-Find Experiences
- Specialty over water suites with multiple bedrooms, for families, over water bungalows for 3 or more adults. With over 200 different Over Water Bungalow and Villa resorts, if you can’t find it, ask us.
- Rooms that come with “private island” access.
- Underwater rooms…(yes, really).
- Tips on what to do when, where and how in order to have the best experience.
Expert Voices: Our Travel Advisors
Nicole W.
Travel Advisor
"When you choose a travel advisor, you just worry about packing - we handle everything else. From flights and accommodations to excursions and travel documents, every detail is covered. We take the guesswork out of planning, so you can focus on enjoying your journey."
Susie C.
Travel Advisor
"As a Chairman's Royal Elite Club member with 10 years of Sandals expertise, I make your vacation stress-free by handling all details - transfers, flights, excursions, and payments. With direct access to Sandals' Diamond team, I provide quick answers and insider knowledge of the best rooms, butlers, and locations at every resort."
Melody H.
Travel Advisor
"After 30 years of exploring the world, I know how to turn your travel dreams into reality. From Mediterranean cruises to off-the-beaten-path Greek adventures, my firsthand experience means you get authentic, seamless journeys that match exactly what you're looking for."
Why Trust Our Expertise?
When I started this business 15 years ago I found myself on a catamaran full of Travel Agents. I asked one gentleman why he sold that particular resort. Without thinking he replied, “Because I get the least amount of complaints from the clients I send here.” Enough said, nothing can match that.
Resorts and Cruise ships are not all the same, even within the same brand, the food, service, the setting, condition of the rooms, facilities, the beach, the vibe (active, laid back or ?)…it all varies from place to place. We can no longer completely rely on review sites. Chances are that if we are recommending it, our staff has recently been there. In fact, we’ve personally experienced 98% of what we sell.
Take the First Step
If I were in your shoes… I’d want to speak with someone who has been there, someone who listens and understands how important this trip is to you. When you return and everyone asks about your vacation, you should be able to smile and say… “It was wonderful.”
It’s time to take the first step towards wonderful… contact us. We are U.S. based and happy to serve you.
*Matt G. is the proud founder and partner of Creative Travel Brands Inc., a family business.*