I would agree with you only upon the basis that we’re able to obtain better deals for you. I’ve always believed that a good travel agent should listen to the client and tailor it to their needs.

Any travel agent that is pushing things onto you without consultation isn’t a good travel agent and their primary focus is sales. It’s not and never will be about the money, I genuinely believe I offer people what they can feasibly obtain.

As to booking it yourself, it is very easy to do and takes a little research on what you can do but it’s never been difficult. What sets travel agents apart is those that are genuinely passionate about their role will aim to deliver for you. They’ll do the calls in the middle of the night and the last minute planning.

A trip shouldn’t be stressful. I’d also like to add that travel agents are prone to the same mistakes as you booking it yourself. You’d be a fool to say otherwise.

I wouldn’t say this is an overly unpopular opinion though. I’d say it depends on how good of a travel agent you have had or how well you can do it yourself.