8 Things a Travel Advisor Doesn't Do

As travel advisors, Emily's Travel loves helping our clients plan the trips of their dreams. But there's often a bit of confusion about what we do—and more importantly, what we don’t do. Last month, we shared 8 Things You Didn't Know a Travel Advisor Does. But this month, we're sharing more details about what we don't do! Here’s a quick rundown of some common misconceptions about travel advisors...

What a Travel Advisor Doesn't Do

We Don't Travel for Free

Contrary to popular belief, we don’t jet-set around the world for free! While we may occasionally get special rates or hosted stays to experience certain destinations, these opportunities are often tied to rigorous schedules and evaluations to ensure we can recommend them confidently to you. And like any business, there are costs associated with continuing education, marketing, and maintaining top-notch service.

We Don't Book Air-Only Tickets

While flights are a vital part of many vacation packages, we do not book air-only tickets. Our expertise shines when we can build travel packages that include accommodations, activities, transportation, and more. This approach ensures a smoother travel experience from start to finish, with every detail covered.

We Don’t Sell Trips We Don’t Believe In

As travel advisors, we only sell trips that we genuinely believe will provide an excellent experience. If we don’t trust a brand or haven’t personally experienced what they offer, we won’t recommend it. Our clients’ satisfaction is our top priority, and we stand by the trips and experiences we suggest.

We Don't Book Airbnbs

We specialize in booking complete travel packages, including resorts, cruises, accommodations, tickets, transportation, and more. While we understand the appeal of platforms like Airbnb, we focus on trusted partners and vetted properties to ensure your trip goes off without a hitch. Our goal is to offer reliable, quality accommodations that we know and trust.

We Aren’t Part of an MLM

We are professional travel advisors, not part of a multi-level marketing (MLM) structure. Our work is grounded in providing genuine value through expertise, service, and strong industry relationships—not selling memberships or recruiting others.

We Don't Grow Without Referrals and Marketing

Our business thrives on referrals from happy clients and strategic marketing efforts. Positive experiences lead to word-of-mouth recommendations, and we invest in marketing to reach new clients who are looking for professional travel planning services. We’re always grateful when our clients spread the word about the value we bring!

We Don’t Know Everything—But We Have a Huge Network

No one can know everything about travel, but the beauty of working with a travel advisor is that we’re part of a vast network of travel suppliers and professionals. If we don’t know the answer to your question, we have the resources to find out quickly and efficiently, ensuring that you’re always informed and taken care of.

At the end of the day, our goal is to provide exceptional service and curate unforgettable travel experiences. We value transparency, so we hope this clears up some of the common myths about what we do—and don’t do—as your travel advisors.

Emily's Travel Inc. is an award winning team of experienced travel advisors based in Minnesota, dedicated to crafting unique and unforgettable worldwide vacations. With decades of expertise in booking cruises, resorts and international trips for individuals, couples, families, friends, and groups, we are your go-to choice for all your travel needs. Our true specialty at heart is coordinating and managing destination weddings, vow renewals and honeymoons for couples and groups around the world as well. Please visit our website for comprehensive information about our travel options, agency details, or to request a trip with one of our expert advisors. Explore Emily's Travel blog, which features our best travel tips and inspiration! For the latest travel deals and updates, make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram.