Should I Use a Travel Agency for my Trip to Australia?

Is Australia on your bucket list? If so, you’re not alone. Australia is one of the most popular bucket list destinations for travelers across the world.

Full of wild natural wonders and culturally vibrant cities, with luxurious accommodations and a friendly, English-speaking population, Australia is a dream vacation destination for many Americans.

And if you’ve got Australia on your vacation bucket list, that entry probably comes along with a few others - the rugged beauty of the Outback, the harbor and opera house in Sydney, the Great Barrier Reef, the gardens and galleries of Melbourne… maybe all of the above and more.

That’s a lot to plan for, let alone actually pull off.

A vacation to Australia is not a dream that’s going to come true by itself - it’s going to take a lot of planning- and for most, some saving up as well.

Between the logistics of planning and pulling off the perfect vacation halfway across the world and the cost of flying there and back - plus accommodations, food and activities while you’re “Down Under” - that dream Australian vacation starts to look like a pretty daunting task. But it doesn’t need to be.

Australia is a once-in-a-lifetime experience - a dream a half a world away. And your vacation to Australia can be a relaxing, fun, and affordable dream come true when you team up with an Australian travel agency.

Travel agents, also known as travel advisors, are an old-school solution that’s seeing a resurgence in the 2020’s, especially for international travel to far-off locations like Australia. Smart travelers are teaming up with Australian travel agencies for the savings they negotiate and the convenience and comfort of the local support they provide for their clients

Australian travel advisors are a vacationer’s best “mate,” serving as your bridge to a network of local contacts for unforgettable experiences and unparalleled savings.

You want to make your trip to Australia more than just a visit - you want it to be the experience of a lifetime you’ve dreamed of. When you partner with an Australian travel agency, it’s as easy as saying “G’day.”

How can an Australian travel agency help with my vacation to Australia?

Here are a few ways an Australian travel agent can help make your Australian dream vacation an easy, convenient reality:

1. Your travel advisor is your guide to the best experiences in Australia

For most American travelers, Australia will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience - literally. You want to see as much of Australia as you can while you’re there - from the bright lights of Sydney, Perth and Melbourne to the wilds of the Outback and the rainforest. Your Australian travel advisor is your guide to all of the Land Down Under.

Your travel agency provides the first-hand knowledge to make personalized recommendations on all the best experiences in Australia. They’ve checked out every hotel, restaurant, and excursion provider to recommend the absolute best Australia has to offer - including unique experiences off the beaten path.

Australian travel agencies offer pre-planned travel packages as well as individually curated experiences. Whether you’re planning a fun-for-all-ages family vacation, a romantic honeymoon, or an individual adventure, your travel agency will have suggestions and Australian vacation packages to provide the perfect vacation experience for you.

2. Your travel advisor has your back while you’re in Australia

A local friend is a wonderful resource when traveling. Even with the best planning, unforeseen circumstances can arise - from travel delays to inclement weather to personal emergencies. It’s good to have someone who has your back when you’re half a world from home - and that’s exactly what you get with an Australian travel agent.

From the city to the Outback, you can travel with confidence knowing that you have someone to call in any situation - someone with a well-developed network of local contacts who can help with whatever you may need - your new best “mate”, your Australian travel advisor.

3. Australian travel advisors save you time Down Under

Australia is a big country - comparable in size to the lower 48 states of the United States. And most likely, if you want to travel to Australia, you want to see a few different parts of it - and you don’t want to spend a lot of time waiting to get to them.

Australian travel agencies have contacts in every part of the transportation industry, from airlines to car services, to provide you with the easiest, quickest, and most affordable Australian vacation experience from the moment you leave home to the moment you return. And your Australian travel advisor has the experience to help you plan an efficient itinerary to make sure you can fit in everything you want to do while you’re in Australia.

Even more importantly, your Australian travel advisor has your back in case of any unforeseen delays or cancellations in any leg of your Australian journey. Don’t go it alone - let your Australian travel agency be your one-call solution in every circumstance while you’re far from home, and enjoy Australia stress-free.

4. Australian travel advisors find you the best value for your budget

Australian travel agencies work hard to build relationships across all vacation-related industries, from airlines to hotels, restaurants to local excursions. By providing you access to wholesale rates and negotiating on your behalf ahead of time, your Australian travel advisor will provide you the best experience for your budget on every step of your Australia experience.

How can I get in touch with an Australian travel advisor?

At Aspire Down Under, we’ve been providing our American mates with uniquely designed, affordable Australian experiences for over 15 years.

Our team of industry experts is committed to providing you with the absolute best on every step of your journey Down Under, with fully customized, boutique tours designed for your interests and your budget.

We offer 24/7 local assistance for any situation across Australia, so you can travel with confidence.

Aspire Down Under is a proud partner of Tourism Australia's "Come and Say G'day" program, committed to providing you the best Australian travel has to offer.

If you’ve been dreaming of an unforgettable Australian vacation, get in touch with Aspire Down Under's team of travel advisors and say “G’day!” to Australia!