Let’s face it: everything we purchase these days seems to come with options for some kind of extended warranty or insurance coverage. Travel is no different. So, when you think about the fact that you may be spending thousands of dollars on a vacation package, why wouldn’t you spend just a little extra for travel protection? As travel agents, we hear of horror stories of travelers who had their vacations ruined due to some medical issue, missed flight or <insert reason here>

Summer is upon us and many of you will soon be taking a vacation that you have eagerly awaited. Here are a few tips that can help you as you prepare for that ultimate get-away. Travel Agent First and foremost, use a travel agent. I’m not just saying that because I am one. Ok, perhaps, I am. However, most every system you use to book a trip, including Expedia, Hotels.com, is technically a travel agent. The real difference between working with a local travel agent versus an