With too much information out there, booking your ideal holiday can be confusing. To cut through the clutter, here are the best-kept trade secrets of the wellness travel industry
With the boom of online booking systems, many people may not realise what they are missing out on when they don’t consult with a travel specialist—this is especially true when picking a wellness retreat. With too much information out there, booking your ideal holiday can be confusing. To cut through the clutter, here are the best-kept trade secrets of the wellness travel industry:
Time is money, booking your own travel is not free
“Many travelers are afraid to book with a travel agent as they think it will cost them more, however all the hours of research take time which equates to money and many travel agents include their service at no additional cost instead the hotel pays them a commission when you book, costing you nothing extra and saving you hours of time. It’s a win-win for the traveler and even if there is a small fee it can be well worth it for peace of mind, after all, where are you sending your money online?”
– Samantha Lippiatt, Health and Fitness Travel (T: +61 3 9021 0909 M: +61 (0) 400 847 673)
We have a wealth of experience
“We have a wealth of experience built from our own personal holidays, feedback from our clients and from being immersed in the travel industry which we are so passionate about! We use this experience to help create the perfect trip for you. But most of all, we use this experience to save you money to add value to your holiday. Our knowledge on airfares, when to book for the best deal, access to exclusive rates and connections in the travel industry are just some of the ways we can save you time and money.”
– Leah Harrison, Malvern Travel and Cruise (T: 03 9576 0211)
It’s who you know. Always.
When you book with a specialist they can usually add bonus value to your stay, for free. Think bonus treatments, room upgrades and late checkouts!
What you see and what you get can be two different things
The photos you see online, they are always shot by professional photographers. Look on TripAdvisor or other online reviews or videos for customer photos for a more realistic view or speak to a specialist who’s personally visited the retreat and can give you the low down!
A cheap deal and value for money are two very different things
There are plenty of ultra-low getaways on offer and while there are some diamonds in the rough many of them are poorly run and missing all vital components to make your trip truly relaxing, plus many of the low-cost options don’t work with travel agents, which means you are on your own if anything goes wrong (and it just might). Book with a specialist who can get you extras and make sure you get the perfect holiday, money well spent.
You don’t have to be fit to go on a fitness retreat
Many of our clients worry they need to be fit, be a yogi or already know how to meditate to go on a wellness holiday or a fitness retreat when in fact the opposite is true. A wellness holiday is the ideal place to kick-start a healthy new habit and don’t worry there will be other guests from all walks of live with varying abilities, the staff are trained to challenge you at your level.
It’s not all green juice and colonics
Healthy holidays are not about punishing your body, they are about nourishing it – with enjoyable movement, restorative sleep, adequate hydration, delicious nutritious food and soothing relaxation, repeat until your eyes sparkle, your skin is clear, and your soul is full of joy.
Need help with your wellness holiday planning? Talk to our travel specialists on 1300 551 353 or contact us here or schedule a call back to discuss tailor-making your perfect holiday.
