To use a travel agency or not?

[Candleonwater]

I was quoted, by RCCL, a D3 for 2 for a grand total of $3,560.50... so out of curiousity I checked what Travelocity listed that category for... $3,100.50

 

That's a sizable difference, so it got me thinking about possibly using a travel agent. I've never used one in the past and I'd like to know the downsides to using one.

[comfortcove]

I don't see any downside here at all, that's $460 for excursions, bar bill, spa, whatever floats your boat!

[suncruiser]

I have never booked direct with a cruise line. For the last several cruises I have used an online agency and have never had a problem at all. Was very satisfied.

[Diane c]

Don't be afraid to get several more prices also. Its best to shop around!!!

 

like comfortcove said" excursions, barbill,spa and whatever floats your boat".

 

works for me!!!:D

[Candleonwater]

But what about the docs... any probs getting the from agency? How about trip insurance?

 

If I book through an agency, I have no control of my reservation, correct? So any changes needed would be through the agency? How about excursions?

[TheWog]

Docs, I have never had a problem with my TA getting me my docs. Insurance, use insuremytrip.com or similar and do it on your own. Excursions, you book on your own through RCI I believe, right online or call them when you are in the range. I don't see a downside for you yet.