6 Types of People Who Need a Travel Concierge
Could you be one of them?
From helping you choose just the right destination to making reservations at the perfect local farm-to-table restaurant for dinner while you’re there, a travel concierge is your ultimate travel planning partner!
If you’ve thought about working with a travel agent…might we suggest that what you’re really searching for is a travel concierge?
What is a travel concierge?
Travel concierge vs. travel agent
While the names are similar, the experience of working with a travel concierge as opposed to a travel agent is quite different!
These are some key differences to be aware of:
Travel agents:
✅Make bookings on your behalf once you’ve already decided on trip details
✅Find you deals and discounts through their partners
✅Find you deals and discounts through their partners
❌Don’t usually help with early stages of planning
❌Normally don’t curate lodging recommendations
❌Don’t typically offer you alternative lodging options like Airbnb
❌Don’t make you thoughtfully curated lists of suggested restaurants and activities
❌Don’t give you background information about the area you’re visiting
Travel agents finalize details for you, dot the i’s and cross the t’s, and get your trip booked. On the other hand…
A travel concierge will:
✅ Help you conceive and plan your dream trip from Day 1
✅ Curate lodging recommendations tailored specifically to you
✅ Book you in unique lodging options you may be interested in…from a treehouse in the woods for a glamping trip to a bed & breakfast in an old European castle!
✅ Provide completely personalized suggestions for any and all aspects of your trip
✅ Dive deep into the area you’re visiting and share important cultural information including history, current realities of the area, insights about the community, and ways you can support local initiatives during your trip
If you’re hoping to take a trip that’s thoughtfully curated and carefully tailored to you – from interests to budget, dietary preferences to group size – a travel concierge can help make it happen.
Do I need a travel concierge?
If you see yourself in any of these, the answer is yes!
1. I’m not sure where I want to go!
Is your imagination running wild with visions of gorgeous beaches, snowy mountain peaks, and old cobblestone streets? A travel concierge can help you narrow down your options and find the best destination for you.
We take into account all the important logistics such as your travel dates, priorities, and budget.
2. I’ve booked the basics, but that’s it…
When you’ve nailed down the who, when, where (think: flights and lodging) but don’t have the bandwidth to take care of the rest, that’s where we come in!
A travel concierge can curate recommendations for all the other components that are essential to making your trip truly special.
You share your vision and vibes, and we can take it from there to provide you detailed suggestions for restaurants and bars, activities, wellness services, and so much more.
3. I’m not a traditional traveler.
Are you interested in considering a trip that’s a bit ‘outside the box?’ A travel concierge provides the expertise and personalized service that can’t be found with a travel agent, a simple google search, or a few suggestions from friends.
4. I have a couple of specific challenges with planning.
Are you feeling stuck somewhere in your planning details?
Maybe your trip won’t be complete without your furry friend, but you’re having trouble finding lodging you’re excited about that allows pets.
Or maybe you’re wondering how to accommodate some specific dietary restrictions while traveling and need help coming up with a great list of restaurant options.
Whatever the case, a travel concierge can help!
5. I’m traveling with a group and we need someone to take charge!
This one can be a biggie! Group trips can be the most fun once you get there! But, they can be the most complicated while you’re planning!
A travel concierge can tailor-make an itinerary that keeps everyone happy, and (equally as important!) doesn’t leave one person in the group doing all of the leg work to make it happen.
6. I want my trip to be an experience…
If you want to create an experience that’s unique, meaningful, positively impactful, or educational, a travel concierge will be your perfect planning partner. There’s nothing generic about working with a travel concierge. You’ll get completely personalized plans that are dialed in to your specific priorities and goals.
The Hummingbird Travel Co. curates trips and experiences for conscious travelers in the PNW & beyond
At Hummingbird Travel Co., we love helping clients create unforgettable trips that celebrate and respect local communities!
We care deeply about:
🌏 Learning from and connecting you with local partners and experts – we’re honored to direct responsible tourism to communities far and wide
🌏 Suggesting ways you can support local organizations and initiatives so your trip leaves a positive impact – we love when our clients invest in the areas they visit
🌏 Helping clients make more sustainable travel decisions – it takes a conscious effort to reduce environmental impact while traveling, and we believe it’s worth it!
🌏 Offering truly flexible and customized services because all destinations and travelers are unique – we know one size does not fit all
Hosting an Event in the Pacific Northwest?
If you’re hosting an event in the beautiful PNW, our concierge services can elevate your guests’ experience and simplify your job as the host!
We’d love to help you by:
🎩 Creating a curated travel guide for your guests
🎩 Booking local activities and services to make your event extra memorable
🎩 Providing onsite support to take some of the to-do life off your plate
In the Western Washington area, we can also save you time and energy by delivering and pre-stocking your lodging with groceries, ready-to-eat meals, and gift packages with locally-sourced products.
We’d love to make your next trip unforgettable with our personalized travel concierge services!
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