FAQs

Why should I use a travel agent?

Even in the age of online booking, travel agents are a great source of information and discounts. A travel agent can make sure that your trip is tailored to you, assist you in case of unexpected problems, and help you anticipate potential issues in advance.

Why you should use Echelon Destinations is because we are dedicated to our client's through the entire process and available until our client's arrive at home safely. 

Why do you charge a Planning Fee?

Echelon Destinations has implemented a planning fee with new travel requests. We provide a 30-45+ minute consultation (phone or video) with each client for every trip plan. This ensures every detail they desire for their experience is documented and researched appropriately. We spend a great of time and resources when we research, inquire & negotiate for pricing/availability with travel vendors, etc., to ensure the quotations we provide are the very best possible. Many times after all of that hard work is done putting together a thorough and organized proposal, clients will not book their trip. 

The Planning Fee invested for an Echelon Travel Advisor demonstrates two things:

  1. You value OUR time being set aside to plan an amazing worry free vacation for you,

  2. You are SERIOUS about your desire for a vacation. 🏝️ 🏔️✈️

Depending on the intricacies and travel timeframes, our planning fees vary depending on your specific need. Our basic fee structure is $50.00 for 1-4 people; $100 for 5 to 25 people; $350 for a celebration/wedding. One half (50%) of the planning fee is credited towards your vacation if you book within 30 days of receiving your quotations. *This does not apply to cruise bookings.

Will I pay more if I book through an agent?

In most cases, you save more than you spend! We can work within your budget, and we always focus on making sure that you get a solid value in return. Echelon Destinations will be available to you throughout the duration of your travel to handle any issues that may arise during your vacation.

Do you book group travel?

Absolutely! Do you have an upcoming conference for your business, student graduation trip or special celebration in the near future? We can handle the details and ensure that you have access to preferred seating, private entrances, privileges and more.