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Travel Agent or Direct Booking: Which Is Smarter for Hotels & Cruises?
You can book direct, but why would you? The rate is usually the same or even better when you use a travel agent. Travel agents have access to package rates, upgrades & amenity incentives, and payment plans that may not be available when you book elements of your vacation individually on your own. What happens if something goes wrong? Do you want to wait on hold for hours for a call center employee to try to assist you or would you rather have a professional travel agent in your corner to give you personal attention to quickly and efficiently solve your dilemma?
If you are a guest of a Wedding or a Group Travel Event, it is best to book with Craving Amazing Travel if your wedding couple or group leader has hired us. If you book on your own, we will not be able to help you should anything go wrong with your booking. Also, the resort or cruise line may not know that you are part of the wedding or travel group and place your room far away from the rest of the group.
If you choose to book at a different resort nearby, please note that you may not be able to participate in group or wedding activities on the resort property without having to pay additional day passes to the resort which may be limited due to resort capacity. If you find a better deal online than the group is presenting you with please contact Craving Amazing Travel so that we can compare apples to apples. We would rather you be part of the group! -
Do I really need Travel Insurance?
The decision is yours and should be based on your circumstances, but we strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance to protect you and your travel investment against any unforeseen circumstances that may occur. Your investment in your vacation is a precious asset, just like anything else you choose to insure. We are not Licensed Travel Insurance Agents, but we do have a few travel insurance companies that we work with and can recommend to you if you would like to purchase travel insurance.
*Please make sure to check with your health insurance to see if they will cover you while you are traveling, and especially if you are traveling abroad.
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How far in advance do I need to book with you?
Please contact us as soon as you are serious about planning your vacation, and when you have the funds available to put a deposit down. The sooner you contact us, the better.
Large Group Vacations, Destination Weddings, and Group Cruises = 14 to 18+ months in advance.
Individual Vacations and Cruises: 6 to 9+ months or more before your travel dates.
Early booking incentives are available when you book in advance. Booking early gives your guests more time to plan, save, and pay for their vacations. Also, wedding dates and group room blocks book up fast, which may limit your availability as it gets closer to your travel dates.
No last-minute requests will be honored for new clients. Last-minute bookings for established clients will be on a case-by-case basis, depending on the complexity of the booking and if we have enough time in our schedule for planning and group coordination.
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Do I need to make an appointment?
Hello there!
We’re absolutely thrilled you're interested in working with us on your travel planning needs! To ensure we give you the top-tier service you deserve, the best way to get started is by scheduling a call or writing us an email.
Why? Well, here’s the scoop:
Our calendar fills up faster than a jet at sunset. We tend to book out quickly as we juggle multiple clients and tailor their dream itineraries.
We’re busy crafting unforgettable travel experiences. From unique destinations to seamless logistics, we’re in high demand—and for good reason.
A quick chat helps us hit the ground running. We can nail down your travel vision, preferences, budget, and timeline in minutes, so we can deliver your customized plan without delay.
📞 How to connect:
Book a call using our online calendar — it’s the fastest way to lock in a slot.
Prefer email instead? Send us a message with your best contact number and a few date/time options, and we’ll get you booked in.
Looking forward to helping you plan something truly spectacular. Spots fill fast, let’s get you on our calendar soon!
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What form of payments do you accept?
We ONLY accept credit cards and debit cards.
All payments are processed via a secure credit card processing form.
We do not accept gift cards, checks, money orders, Venmo, Paypal, Zelle or cash.
We highly recommend that you use your credit card rather than a debit card. Credit card companies may offer the most protection.
If you use your debit card, please make sure you know your daily spending limits before you put down a deposit or make a payment so your debit card does not get declined. You will be subject to additional fees for any declined cards. Fees will be outlined in our terms and conditions.
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What is the difference between a Wedding Travel Agent and a Wedding Planner?
A destination wedding travel agent does everything that a regular travel agent would do for you and a whole lot more. You have so much to think about in regards to your wedding, so why not leave the travel portion to the experts?
Destination Wedding Travel Agents:
Are hired to help you with all of your travel details starting around 6-24 months before your wedding date.
Are experts in destination wedding marriage requirements, wedding packages, ceremony, and reception venues in each destination that they offer, so they can recommend the best resort and wedding venue to make your wedding dreams come true.
Take over the reins once you have your wedding date set by the resort venue.
Walk you through the pros and cons of doing a room block contract vs. flexible pricing for your accommodations.
Help your guests with rooms and pricing.
Book your accommodations for you and your wedding guests.
Collect all your guest’s RSVP’s.
Make sure your guests pay their deposits and final payment on time.
Be a liaison between you and your resort venue wedding planning team.
They help you secure perks that you may not know exist that may ultimately end up as cash in your pocket after your wedding.
Book excursions like Catamarans and sightseeing adventures.
Offer Travel Insurance.
Build an excellent rapport with the wedding resorts.
Assists with accommodations, transportation, and guest activities, crafting a seamless and memorable experience for the couple and their loved ones.
Destination Wedding Planners:
Confirm availability and reserve the date and time at your selected resort.
Will play a crucial role in creating unforgettable experiences for couples looking to tie the knot in paradise.
Will meticulously coordinate every aspect of the wedding planning to ensure that all the details align with the couple's vision.
They will take over once you have booked your resort and be your main contact for all your wedding planning needs. Please keep in mind they may speak to you right away or wait until a few months before your wedding to help with all the wedding planning details like wedding packages, and special promotions.
Provide wedding-related resources and coordinate all your wedding details and vendors like wedding packages, and special promotions, oversee menu selections, floral arrangements, entertainment, catering information, and photography services. coordinate all wedding details and vendors.
Additionally, the wedding planner will offer you expert guidance, and support, and will be a wealth of local knowledge where they can turn dreams into reality, creating cherished moments that will be treasured forever.
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Do I need to pay in full when I book?
What’s wonderful about working with Craving Amazing Travel is the ability to make payments on your hotel accommodations. You can put a deposit down to lock in your reservation, and may be able to monthly insallments depending on the suppliers terms and conditions. Final payment due dates vary but will usually be due around 90 — 180 days before your departure.
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Could having a criminal record, owing child support, a DWI/DUI conviction, or overdue taxes impact my travel plans?
IT MAY. Please check with the embassy or consulate of the country you plan to visit before making any travel plans if you have a criminal history, especially felony convictions. This does include owing back child support and overdue unpaid taxes. You may be detained at Customs and it could affect your ability to enter any country.
For example, a person who has a DUI or a DWI conviction on record could be prevented from entering Canada.
If you or anyone in your traveling party has a criminal record or owes back child support or taxes, WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO CONSULT AN ATTORNEY prior to booking any vacation.
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports/legal-matters.html
*Craving Amazing Travel and our Travel Agents are not responsible for any denied entry to any country or the United States.
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Can I rebook my existing reservation through your agency to receive extra perks or benefits?
Did you find our Travel Agency after booking your All-Inclusive Resort, Cruise, or Destination Wedding directly with the travel supplier but would love to use our services to help plan the rest of your vacation?
If so, and the booking isn’t paid in full yet, please feel free to contact us A.S.A.P. to see if we can take over the booking so that you can take advantage of booking through a Travel Agent vs the supplier where we may be able to get you extra perks and savings that you may not have been aware of.
We work closely with hotels and cruise lines to negotiate and secure a room block contract with great room rates. We can assist you and all of your guests in booking your accommodations, arrange round-trip airport transfers, offer destination expertise, advise on group activities and excursions, and provide you all with personalized service.
*Please note, that we value our relationships with other Travel Professionals in this industry, so we will only accept direct booking transfers that you booked with the Travel Supplier and not another Travel Agent.
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Can I use your services if I don't live in the United States?
We specialize in serving U.S. citizens only, so passports and domestic documentation must match that status.
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Why should I hire a travel agent for my Destination Wedding or Group Travel vacation?
We know you can go online, and search through hundreds of advertisements, reviews, and deals for resorts, but how do you know what resort will be right for you? Will the resort you choose be right for your guests? Are the pretty pictures that you see online doctored or legit?
Booking a group vacation or destination wedding takes a considerable amount of your time and lots of effort to plan on your own. You will have to worry about things like if your guests make a deposit or final payment on time, flight delays, or cancellations. Hiring a Travel Agent to do all the travel planning for you elevates all the stress of planning your wedding or vacation so you can actually relax before and during your vacation.
Travel Agents take the time to research every part of your vacation. They can set up a room block contract with the resort, and book your transportation and excursions for you and all your travel companions.
Travel Agents may be able to help you:
with special booking fares
find early discounts
book into a group space
find upgraded amenities
have access to insider deals
find great hotel resort deals
find the best transportation from and back to the airport
rebook or cancel vacations quickly
offer value-added amenities and benefits
give you peace of mind
For more reasons, check out our blog.
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What don't you book and why?
We do not book Airfare only reservations. You and your travel partners are responsible for reserving your own flights. With all the airline updates and schedule changes that are happening with airfare these days, it is simply easier for you and all your guests to book your own flights. We always recommend booking directly with the airline of your choice and never using a third-party booking engine online to book flights. We will give you and your guests airport codes to make sure you all fly to the right destination.
We will not book with companies or hotels that do not work with travel agents. Examples: Airbnb, HomeAway, small hotels or bed & breakfasts, etc.
We do not book Disney Vacations or Domestic Vacations.
*We only work with reputable, preferred vendors, suppliers, and tour companies to ensure that you have a value-packed, stress-free, and hassle-free vacation.
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Which last name should I use when booking our wedding and/or honeymoon flights and accomodations?
Congratulations!!!!
If you are going going abroad for a Destination Wedding or going on your honeymoon right after your wedding date, then you should book your honeymoon under your maiden name.
If you have several months between your wedding date and honeymoon and have plenty of time to get your passport book back, then you can book your honeymoon in your married last name.
See our resources link for more passport information.
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Traveling Abroad with a minor: What consent or forms are required?
All minor children that are under the age of 18 during traveling and who will be traveling with only one legal parent or guardian will NEED to travel with a notarized letter of consent. For questions, please contact us. For more information, please visit www.travel.state.gov. and the Customs Border and Patrol website for more information and guidance.