What a Business Insider Writer Learned From Using a Travel Advisor for the First Time
When I read this recent Business Insider article about a first-time travel advisor client planning a family trip to Paris, I found myself nodding the entire way through.
Because while she didn’t expect to be “converted,” the author walked away with a truth I hear from clients all the time:
“Working with a travel advisor didn’t just make our trip easier — it made it better.”
The writer, a seasoned traveler and journalist, had always been her own trip planner. She enjoyed the research, had strong opinions about where to go, and knew how to navigate flights, hotels, and reservations.
But this time, she was planning a multi-generational trip to Paris — with her partner, toddler, and parents in tow. And as she started digging into the logistics, she realized just how much time, energy, and second-guessing it was going to take.
So she tried something new: she hired a travel advisor.
And what she discovered might surprise you.
Why She’d Never Travel the Same Way Again
Here are a few things she shared in the article that really stood out — and reflect what I hear so often from my own clients:
💡 “I realized how much time I used to spend second-guessing myself.”
Having an expert handle the details didn’t just save her time — it gave her confidence in every decision. No more wondering “Did I pick the right hotel?” or “Should I have booked that tour instead?”
💡 “It felt like we were getting the trip we actually wanted, not the one that was easiest to Google.”
This is such an important distinction. Travel should be personal, not pre-packaged. A great advisor takes your travel style, pace, and preferences into account — so your trip feels like yours.
💡 “The peace of mind was worth it alone.”
Whether it was having transportation arranged ahead of time, knowing someone had their back during travel hiccups, or simply not having to make 100 tiny decisions on the fly, the emotional value was huge.
The Takeaway: Travel Planning Is a Skill — and a Service
What this article makes clear is something I wish more people knew: Just because you can plan a trip doesn’t mean you should have to.
Especially if…
You’re planning for multiple people or generations
Your schedule is full and decision fatigue is real
You want the experience to feel special, not just “done”
I help busy couples and families plan trips that feel effortless and memorable without spending their nights buried in tabs or reviews.
From curated hotels and private tours to restaurant reservations and backup plans, I handle the details so my clients can focus on what really matters: being there.
