In Reply to: OnlineTravel Agent suggestions please posted by jarydr on Friday, 1. April 2005 at 07:28 Bali Time:
I can't see any advantage in booking a package online opposed to going into/calling a travel agency. Both ways, whether online or in person you would still be dealing with an "actual travel agent" both would have to be licensed in the same way and would provide the same product. The difference is talking to someone you would get up to date info on available seats, specials, hotel info etc. Via the internet you would still be dealing with a person but not talking to them directly, correspondence would be via the internet. If you want to book "direct" this would mean booking your airfare here then contact the hotels directly.