Why you want to hire a professional travel advisor
Are you debating whether to book your vacation on your own or use a professional travel advisor? Explore the facts and myths of using a TA.
top of page
Vacations planned by Rainbow Getaways are more than just elements booked with a travel partner, they are your hopes and dreams for your hard-earned time off.
Booking with a professional travel advisor means we do all the research and planning for you so you don't have any fear of missing out.
Professional Travel Planning and Research
If you're asking, "why should I use a travel advisor for my next trip," you're not alone. Traveling is more than searching online and using a search engine to book your trip. It's about the moments and memories created when everything goes perfectly. When you book a vacation with Rainbow Getaways, we ensure you can focus less on planning your vacation and more on creating memories.
​
"Traveling - it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller." ~ Ibn Battuta
​
Rainbow Getaways specializes in travel for the LGBTQ community and our allies. This means that we have spent hours researching the best destinations and travel suppliers to ensure that every traveler feels welcome while traveling. We make sure that your vacations are fabulous from the moment you say "book it" until you are home from your trip.
​
"Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness." ~ Mark Twain
​
The smallest details are what will make your trip not only unforgettable but they will change the way you look at the world. We know you don't want to be just another tourist, so we include local tips and expert advice to maximize your time at your destination.
​
Why Rainbow Getaways?
Save Time
Did you you know, the average DIY Vacation takes about 15 hours to plan?
Let us save you time. After your constulation, we take care of all the reserach and planning.
Personal Service
Don't you hate sitting on old?
​
We take care of all the communication with your cruise line, resorts, and in-country parteners so you're not wasting time sitting on hold.
Added Amenities
Many times, the travel partners we work include added amenties for our travelers.
​
These can include additional onboard credit, late checkout, or a bottle of bubbly.
VIP Treatment
We offer all our travelers VIP Support throughout the entire process.
​
With easy access to your travel advisor and in-country partners that provide full support.
Travel Research and Planning Fee
When you work with a Rainbow Getaways Travel Advisor, you receive a one-of-a-kind itinerary that is custom-built for you. Each element will be researched and vetted to ensure you make memories full of memorable moments.
​
We charge a small planning fee that allows us to conduct the deep-dive research necessary to select the best properties and fill your itineraries with activities to ensure that you'll be talking about your trip for years.
​
Our Travel Research and Planning fee starts at $247 for fully customized itineraries*. This allows your Travel Advisor to work for you, not travel suppliers. We will always have your best interests in mind and do what is best for you instead of trying to save a booking for the travel partner.
​
Ready to start planning your next Rainbow Getaway? Click the link below to schedule a free consultation.
*For more details about our TRP Fee, head over to our TRP Fee Agreement. Our TRP Fee is waived for preferred travel partners: Celebrity Cruises, Royal Caribbean, and other select options.
TESTIMONIALS
"Awesome agent! Scott really takes the time to know what your needs and wants are. He pays close attention to detail and makes sure your trip is perfect. No matter how many questions I’ve asked, he is always there to answer and will dig deep to find the correct answers."
Alyce
"I have been using Scott from Rainbow Getaways for all my travel needs as he is the most responsive and helpful Travel Agent I’ve encountered! From the beginning, in the pre-planning stage of the trip, to the actual trip itself and then once you’re back home, he has always been wonderful! He always makes sure to answer all my questions, make sure I get any updates, and check on me once the trip is underway to make sure everything is going as planned. For all my questions he will find the answer, and is very good with every little detail! I always feel very confident that he will help me plan out my vacation dreams to make them all a reality."
Elaine
"Working with Scott was like working with an old friend. It was effortless and I knew everything would be taken care of."
Megan
bottom of page