Group tours can be some of the most fun, interactive and educational experiences. At the risk of running into tour traps, being taken to inauthentic restaurants, or having your time completely wasted, some people choose to avoid group tours. However, that can be attributed to an inauthentic or bad travel agency. A good travel agency can make it feel like you are still an independent traveller while also reaping the benefits of being in a group. If you are searching for a Spain travel agency, here are some things you should keep in mind.
Do some research on the prices
Tour companies might come off as places where you do not get what you have paid for. While many companies might try to keep adding unnecessary costs, other agencies can maximise you value for money at every step. Find out how much their overhead fee is, where they are accommodating you, and where all the money is going to go. Find out if there are any added fees. This can be convenient in finding out if a company is ripping you off or not. A word of caution: do not pay for single supplement.
Find out the target audience
Different Spain and Portugal vacation packages are directed towards different people. You might not be the target audience for let’s say a teen getaway package or a relaxing package for older couples. Find out what the agency’s target demographic is and work off of that. You can use methods like figuring out the accommodation or going to the about page and seeing the pictures. You want to be able to travel with people like you.
Guides are important
Getting a local guide is important because having a bad guide can ruin the experience completely. The guide should be a local or long term resident so that they know the local language and can help you find your way about the city. To ensure that your escorted tours Spain have good guides, call customer service of the travel agency and find out about the guides.
A balanced itinerary
When you look at the schedule, you should be to gauge whether or not it is viable to be able to carry out the activities in a day that your travel agency has planned for you. You want to be able to enjoy as many activities as you can but also have periods of relaxation throughout the day.
Safety record
Make sure the company meets all the safety requirements and is accredited by the local government, the government they are registered at and any other trade organisations that boost their credibility.
Takeaway
Do not be discouraged about group tours just because of nightmare stories told by others who had not done their research. The most important part about any experience is getting research done, which is far easier in this day and age than it was ever before, and you should take full advantage of the tools at your disposal.
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