FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why use a Travel Advisor?
Emergencies, expertise and access. Yes, anyone can book their own travel online. If your flight is cancelled and you are going to miss your river cruise departure, what can you do? Your travel advisor is your advocate in this situation and will have a personal relationship with the cruise line. If you want to go on an African safari, should you choose Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, Uganda or South Africa? It depends on your budget, companions and the level of adventure/physicality of the travelers.

As your Travel Advisor, I am your advocate. I shine when you have the best vacation/adventure ever. By working with a Travel Advisor you will often experience amenities you would miss if you book direct (e.g. complimentary breakfast, resort credit, etc.).

What is Virtuoso?
Virtuoso is the world’s oldest and most prestigious leisure travel association. Less than 1% of America’s agencies are accepted for membership in Virtuoso. To join Virtuoso, Coastline Travel and its affiliates are required to offer clients in depth knowledge and experience for travel throughout the world. Virtuoso advisors create memories and experiences not just trips.

Does it cost more to use a travel advisor?
If you are looking for the cheapest travel, working with a Travel Advisor is likely not for you.  We don’t do cheapest, we do best! The best value for you, and the best travel experience tailored to meet your needs. We charge a fee for the time we spend researching and planning your trip. We have relationships with partners and suppliers and are top producers with them. Not only does this give us buying power, it also gives our customers the added advantage of benefiting from these relationships. We are members of virtually every affinity club and preferred partner program. This translates into very special treatment, benefits, access, amenities and savings for you. These programs offer our clients rare and exclusive opportunities not available by booking directly through websites, such as Expedia and Travelocity, or through other travel agencies. Very often, clients find that they more than make up the planning fee in access, food and beverage credits, extra amenities and value-adds that Inspire Travel is able to offer.

Do you have to have a big budget to work with Inspire Travel?
The short answer is… No! If you consider travel an investment in life and you value the experiences and memories that travel brings, then you will find great value in working with us. We plan trips according to your budget and respect the fact that your hard earned dollars are being spent on a very special journey.

What kind of trips should I book with a travel agent/advisor?
We plan a wide variety of trips. Here is a small sample of the type of travel experiences we create in collaboration with clients.

• Multigenerational Travel

• Unique Honeymoons

• Your “Trip-of-a-Lifetime”

• Multi-stop European Travel 

• Eco and Sustainable Travel

• African Safaris

• Cruises and Sailing trips

• Private Jet Travel

• Hotel Bookings at boutique and luxury properties

• Vacation stays at luxury villa

Should I use Inspire Travel for short hotel stays?
Of course! We never want you to feel like you are “bothering” us for a hotel request. It is our privilege and our pleasure to manage your travel reservations. If you do want to book it yourself and still receive the perks associated with our Virtuoso relationship, we have the Virtuoso Booking Tool available. We will still confirm your reservation before departure and communicate to the individual property that we have a VIP coming to ensure you have the wonderful benefits available.

What happens if there is a problem while I’m traveling? What happens if your flight gets canceled or the property loses your reservation or another more serious emergency? All these things can cost you money and time and cause you stress. We are just a phone call, text or email away and can help you work through the issue.