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Travel Agents Responsibilities and Services Offered in Austin

Travel agents plan trips and make travel arrangements for their clients. Travel agents talk to customers to find out more about their travel plans. They learn where customers want to go, when they want to travel, and what their budget is. Then they use computers to look up flight, cruise, hotel, and car rental information. For example, they look up arrival and departure times for different flights. They discuss their findings with customers and make reservations. Next, they calculate the cost for airline tickets and receive payments from customers. Finally, agents print out tickets and itineraries. In addition to planning trips for one or two people, agents also organize trips for large groups.

Austin Money Savers Tip Students generally can save money on travel by having a student travel card. These can be obtain at STA in Austin at 2116 Guadelupe Street.

Agents often base recommendations on their own travel experiences. Thus agents may visit hotels, resorts, and restaurants to judge the comfort, cleanliness, and quality of food and service. Travel agents also promote their own services. They present slides or movies to social and special interest groups in order to find new customers. For customers who are just beginning to plan vacations, agents give them brochures about travel destinations.

Agents may advise international travelers about customs regulations, passports and visas, and money exchange rates. In small offices, travel agents may type travel schedules, estimate cost If you're looking for a flight only, you may save more money by booking online. When looking for a vacation package or vacation ideas, inquire with an Austin travel agent. s, and perform other clerical duties. In larger firms, office assistants perform these tasks.

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Travel Agents perform the following activities on a regular basis:

• Ask customers about their travel plans in order to research travel options. Use computers to find information.
• Reserve transportation and lodging for customers.
• Calculate rates for transportation and rooms.
• Collect payment for transportation from customers.
• Give customers brochures with information about things to do and see in various places.
• Visit hotels, resorts, and restaurants. Give customers information about the places they have been.
• Sell and plan group tours.

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