This episode might ruffle a few feathers—but it’s a conversation worth having. 🚢✈️Travel agents seem to be popping up on every street corner (or, more accurately, every Facebook feed). Many of them are hobbyists or part-timers dipping their toes into the industry. And while there’s nothing wrong with new people joining the travel world, here’s the question every traveller should ask:👉 Who do you want handling your trip?Someone dabbling on the side, or someone who has invested in training, product certifications, and real-world travel experience? Someone who might vanish when things go wrong, or someone for whom this is a full-time career and passion?We dive into the red flags you should watch out for, the right questions to ask when choosing an agent, and why working with a professional can make all the difference—especially when your money, time, and peace of mind are on the line.Because yes, you can book online. You can cut your own hair, sell your own house, or do your own legal work. But would you really want to? When the stakes are high, you trust the pros.✨ If you’re the kind of traveller who values candid communication, direct advice, and knowledgeable support—you’ve come to the right place.🇨🇦 For Canadian consumers, contact Dave Wentworth at www.destinationwhatever.com. 🇬🇧 For UK consumers, contact Lorraine McCowatt at https://bespokecruiseholidays.com/🔔 Subscribe to The Ship Less Travelled for more honest conversations about travel, cruises, and how to explore smarter.👍 Like this episode if you value working with true professionals.💬 Comment below: What do YOU think about the rise of hobby travel agents?#TravelAgent #CruiseTips #TravelPlanning #TravelAdvisor #TheShipLessTravelled #DestinationWhatever #BookWithAPro #TravelTips #SmallGroupTravel #ExpeditionCruise