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Would you like to lead a happier, healthier and fitter life? From Travel Vaccinations and Health Vaccinations to Health Checks ,  Blood Tests and Visa Medicals - we're here to help.

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Travel vaccinations

We offer a consultant-led, expert travel vaccination service at a fair price.

Health vaccinations

Our clinical specialists  will provide your health vaccinations in a friendly environment.

Health checks & blood tests

We aim to empower you to lead a healthier life with our health check and blood test services.

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Our qualified team will conduct a comprehensive one stop visa or employment medical.

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Over 21 years of experience in Travel Health

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10,000  patients

Over 150 5 star reviews on Google Reviews

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About Health Klinix

Health Klinix reflects a vision towards a fitter , healthier and happier life for everyone.

Dr Gowda, Consultant Physician in Infectious Diseases and Founder of Health Klinix, specialises in Tropical and Travel Medicine and Health & Wellbeing. 

Dr Gowda has worked in major teaching hospitals across the UK for decades, and after seeing many patients during the very late stages of their disease he became increasingly focused on educating others on the importance of prevention. As a hospital specialist, he managed diseases like malaria, typhoid, advanced cancer, diabetes and stroke - all of which could have been identified, or even prevented, much earlier. 

These experiences motivated Dr Gowda to build a team focused on a holistic approach to Health & Wellbeing and prevention. With this foundation, Health Klinix developed a clear set of core values focused on education, prevention and awareness. 

Here you will discover what we do and why you might choose to use our services. We cover Coventry, Rugby, Leamington Spa, Stratford, Warwickshire, Birmingham, the Midlands and beyond.

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Here for you as your trusted health clinic in coventry.

We offer flexible same day, evening and weekend appointments. You can simply and quickly book online too.

We're in a great location in Earlsdon, Coventry. It's only a 15 minute walk to Coventry train station and the number 5 and 11 buses visit regularly. Find out more   about bus times. If you're coming by car, we also have free off-road parking.

Don’t just take our word for it. Have a look at our Google   and Facebook reviews. We are the only health and travel clinic in the country with a total of total of 173 reviews. We respect this accolade very much because it has been awarded by you, the customer.

Dr Gowda has undergone specialist training and he is a very experienced health professional. You can therefore be reassured that you are receiving trusted advice from senior doctors and nurses. They will also administer your vaccinations safely.

As part of our regulation, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) evaluate our service in five key areas: Are we safe, effective, caring, responsive to people’s needs and well-led? We have proudly been rated a 'Good' standard.

GPs, hospital consultants, pharmacists and even other travel clinics are now referring clients to our specialised, expert service. If you have a complex medical problem and you are travelling, ask your GP first. We work closely with many of our GP colleagues and if they are unable to offer you advice, they may refer you to us. Please be aware that the NHS has not funded Health Klinix as we are a private health clinic, so we will need to charge for our services (see price list ).

The Royal College of Physicians have recognised us for our excellence in patient care and innovation. In 2017, Health Klinix (formally known as Travel Klinix) were finalists in the Excellence in Patient Care Awards , Innovation category. Many national and international health organisations hotly contest this highly prestigious award every year.

We train specialist infection doctors for  The Joint Royal College of Physicians Training Board . The doctors attend our clinic to learn about travel medicine before they become consultants.

Only travel clinics with specialist training can be registered as a yellow fever vaccination centre. Find out more about our registration.

If you have any queries, please feel free to call us and ask us any questions.

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Japan Warns of Elevated Risk of Giant Earthquake After Strong One Hits

The official warning came after a 7.1-magnitude temblor struck off the coast of southern Japan on Thursday.

Strong Earthquake Hits Southern Japan

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By River Akira Davis Kiuko Notoya Hisako Ueno and Victoria Kim

River Akira Davis, Kiuko Notoya and Hisako Ueno reported from Tokyo, and Victoria Kim from Seoul.

Japan’s meteorological agency said on Thursday that there was a higher-than-usual chance that an immense earthquake could hit the country in the next few days, following a 7.1-magnitude temblor off the southern island of Kyushu.

Japan has long expected a major earthquake to occur along the Nankai Trough off its eastern coast. As of last year, researchers said there was a 60 percent chance that an earthquake of magnitude 8 to 9 — even more devastating than the one in 2011 that laid waste to the country’s northeast coast and knocked out cooling systems at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant — would occur in the trough area over the next 20 years.

After the 7.1-magnitude quake on Thursday, Japan’s meteorological agency convened a group of experts to evaluate whether it could be related to the long-anticipated bigger disaster, called a “Nankai Trough megathrust earthquake.”

Experts warn that an earthquake between two tectonic plates that converge along the Nankai megathrust fault, which runs from Kyushu north through Tokyo, could cause devastation. It could extensively damage cities throughout Japan, potentially cause a tsunami and lead to hundreds of thousands of deaths.

“The possibility of a large-scale earthquake occurring in the area of ​​the Nankai Trough is relatively higher than usual,” the meteorological agency said in a statement late Thursday.

The risk that an earthquake of magnitude of 8 or higher would occur after one with a magnitude of 7 is particularly elevated for about a week after the initial temblor, the agency said.

Japan’s meteorological agency issued a “caution” level of warning on Thursday. The next step up would be an “alert,” which would advise residents to evacuate from areas deemed a tsunami risk. The agency said it was the first time Japan had issued a “caution.”

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida urged people to ensure that they were ready at all times in case an earthquake occurred and they had to evacuate. He told reporters that the government was on high alert.

Earlier on Thursday, a tsunami advisory was issued for coastal regions on the southern Japanese islands of Kyushu and Shikoku after the 7.1-magnitude quake. As of late Thursday evening, the maximum height of waves recorded reached about a foot and a half off the coast of Miyazaki Prefecture on Kyushu.

A handful of injuries but no deaths were reported related to the earthquake. Footage showed images of strong shaking in buildings in Miyazaki Prefecture, but damage in the area appeared to be minimal. The earthquake occurred less than 20 miles off the coast of Miyazaki, according to the United States Geological Survey.

Bullet train service was temporarily halted on Kyushu, and the Miyazaki Airport suspended takeoffs and landings to inspect runways for any damage. Both bullet train and airport operations resumed later Thursday evening.

The Kyushu Electric Power Company said its nuclear power plants were operating normally.

Separate from the heightened possibility of a Nankai Trough earthquake, Japan’s meteorological agency advised being alert for aftershocks of a similar magnitude off the eastern coast of Miyazaki Prefecture over the next week. It said that landslides could also be a risk if there is rain in the coming days.

An earlier version of this article used an incorrect map showing an earthquake on Japan’s west coast. The earthquakes occurred on Japan’s east coast.

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River Akira Davis covers Japan, including its economy and businesses, and is based in Tokyo. More about River Akira Davis

Kiuko Notoya is a Tokyo-based reporter and researcher, covering news and features from Japan. More about Kiuko Notoya

Hisako Ueno is a reporter and researcher based in Tokyo, writing on Japanese politics, business, labor, gender and culture. More about Hisako Ueno

Victoria Kim is a reporter based in Seoul and focuses on breaking news coverage across the world. More about Victoria Kim

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Japan issues first 'megaquake' warning after 7.1-magnitude temblor

TOKYO — Japan issued its first warning Thursday about the possibility of a long-feared "megaquake" after a powerful 7.1-magnitude temblor struck off its southern coast, sparking a tsunami advisory but no immediate reports of serious damage or injuries.

The ea r thquake occurred off the coast of Miyazaki Prefecture on the main island of Kyushu at 4:42 p.m. local time (3:42 a.m. ET), at a depth of about 18 miles, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.

Three people were reported injured, Japan's Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi said, although he added that there had been no blackouts or damage to the water or communications systems reported in the region. Police in Miyazaki Prefecture said there had been 10 reports of damage. Hayashi urged residents to stay away from the coastline.

Seismologists held an emergency meeting to analyze whether the quake had affected the nearby Nankai Trough — the source of past devastating earthquakes. The meteorological agency ultimately issued what it called a "mega earthquake caution," assessing that the possibility of a large quake was relatively higher than usual but not that one would definitely occur in the near future.

It urged the country's residents to practice increased vigilance for the next week.

"We ask all citizens to carefully check every new information issued by the government, reconfirm their daily earthquake preparedness, and be ready to evacuate immediately in the event of an earthquake," Prime Minister Fumio Kishida told a news briefing.

Earlier, officials issued a tsunami advisory following Thursday morning's quake, warning residents to immediately leave coastal areas of Kochi and Miyazaki prefectures until the warning is lifted. Advisories are issued when the waves are not expected to exceed 1 meter (3.3 feet).

Tsunami waves of up to 1.6 feet were detected along parts of Kyushu’s southern coast and the nearby island of Shikoku about a half hour after the quake struck. Japanese broadcaster NHK said Miyazaki Port had reported a surge of 20 inches.

That said, most of the damage so far has been relatively light. Police in Miyazaki Prefecture said there have been some reports of landslides and some traffic lights have stopped working. NHK said some windows were broken at the prefecture's airport and that the runway had been temporarily closed for checks.

Meanwhile, in neighboring Kagoshima Prefecture, concrete walls collapsed and a wooden house was damaged.

Of the people injured across the two prefectures, two are reported to be older women, who were taken to hospital after falling, while another was a female factory worker struck in the back by a falling object.

The Nuclear Regulation Authority said all 12 nuclear reactors on Kyushu and Shikoku remain safe. Earthquakes in areas with nuclear power plants have been a major concern since a massive 9.0-magnitude earthquake and ensuing tsunami triggered the Fukushima nuclear disaster in March 2011.

Japan sits on the Pacific 'Ring of Fire' — a line of seismic faults encircling the Pacific Ocean — and is one of the world’s most earthquake-prone countries. A temblor there Jan. 1 in Japan’s north-central region of Noto left more than 240 people dead.

Arata Yamamoto reported from Tokyo, and Jennifer Jett reported from Hong Kong.

Arata Yamamoto has been a NBC News producer in Tokyo since 1993.

Jennifer Jett is the Asia Digital Editor for NBC News, based in Hong Kong.

Klinix: Pricing, Reviews, and Alternatives

Klinix is a medical practice management software that focuses on providing an affordable and user-friendly solution for OHIP Billing. With features like Klinix Cloud, their software aims to streamline healthcare tasks and improve the overall experience for both medical professionals and patients. In this article, we'll share the key facts you need to know about Klinix to help you make an informed decision on the right EMR for you.

How much does Klinix cost?

Klinix starts at $399 a year for up to 3 computers. For more specific pricing details tailored to your healthcare setting and size, it's best to reach out to Klinix directly.

Benefits and differentiators Klinix

While Klinix has many applications, three key areas are especially noteworthy:

• Virtual Scheduling and Clinic-Designed Workflows : The software facilitates virtual scheduling, patient intake, and triage of patient visits. It allows sending of intake forms to patients and importing responses directly into patient records. Additionally, SMS and email appointment reminders help reduce late and missed appointments.
• Instant Chat and Document Sharing : Klinix includes a secure clinic-wide chat feature, enabling instant messaging and file attachments. This facilitates efficient communication within the clinic, whether remote or in-person.
• Over 1000 EMR Electronic Forms and Requisitions : The software supports a wide range of EMR community-created forms, including lab requisitions and referral forms. These forms are integrated into the patient visit, making it easy to manage patient documentation.

Scenarios where Klinix is a good choice

Klinix EMR shines in a few specific scenarios. It's particularly well-suited for small to medium-sized medical practices that require an affordable and user-friendly solution for OHIP Billing. For practices that prioritize ease of use and accessibility, Klinix's cloud-based system offers a streamlined approach to managing healthcare tasks. Additionally, healthcare providers who value a straightforward and efficient EMR system without the complexity of larger, more expensive options will find Klinix to be an ideal choice.

Scenarios where Klinix may not be a good choice

There are a few scenarios where Klinix's EMR might not be the ideal choice for a healthcare organization. First, large hospitals and healthcare systems with complex workflows and a need for extensive customization may find Klinix's focus on simplicity and affordability limiting. In these cases, a more robust and feature-rich EMR system might be better suited to handle their unique requirements. Second, organizations that prioritize advanced patient engagement features, such as telemedicine or extensive patient portal capabilities, might find Klinix's offerings lacking in comparison to other EMR systems that have a stronger focus on patient engagement. Lastly, healthcare providers that require a high level of interoperability with other EMR systems or external data sources may find Klinix's capabilities insufficient, as it primarily focuses on OHIP Billing and streamlining healthcare tasks.

Given Klinix's strengths in affordability, simplicity, and user-friendliness, it's understandable that it might struggle in scenarios that demand more advanced features, customization, and interoperability. While Klinix is an excellent choice for small to medium-sized practices, it may not be the best fit for larger organizations with more complex needs.

Reviews of Klinix

Users on G2 have given Klinix an overall rating of 3.5 out of 5. Below, we've summarized the pros and cons of the EMR based on the available user review.

Positives in Klinix's Reviews

• Compatibility with MC EDT service : Klinix is compatible with the Medical Claims Electronic Data Transfer service, making it suitable for medical organizations of all sizes.
• Adaptability for various practice sizes : Klinix can be used by solo practices as well as large healthcare setups, offering flexibility for different organizational needs.
• Focus on billing solutions : Klinix primarily offers a billing solution for medical organizations, streamlining the billing process and improving efficiency.

Negatives in Klinix's Reviews

• Complexity and Learning Curve : Users mentioned the need for training sessions to learn how to use Klinix properly, suggesting a learning curve.
• Cost and Resource Intensiveness : The reviews do not provide information about the cost or resource intensiveness of Klinix, but it's worth considering when evaluating the software.
• Limited Customization in Certain Areas : While not explicitly mentioned in the reviews, potential limitations in customization should be taken into account when evaluating Klinix.

Alternatives to Klinix

If Klinix isn't the right fit for your healthcare organization, there are alternative EMR systems that cater to different needs. Here are two EMR alternatives for each of the three less ideal scenarios mentioned earlier:

Large hospitals and healthcare systems with complex workflows and a need for extensive customization

• Cerner : Cerner is a comprehensive EMR system designed for large hospitals and healthcare systems. It offers a wide range of features and customization options to accommodate complex workflows and unique requirements.
• Allscripts : Allscripts is another robust EMR system that caters to large healthcare organizations. It provides extensive customization capabilities and a variety of modules to support complex healthcare workflows.

Organizations that prioritize advanced patient engagement features

• Athenahealth : Athenahealth is an EMR system that emphasizes patient engagement through features like telemedicine, patient portal, and mobile app capabilities, making it a suitable choice for organizations that prioritize patient engagement.
• NextGen Healthcare : NextGen Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of patient engagement tools, including telehealth, patient portal, and mobile app functionality, catering to organizations that value advanced patient engagement features.

Healthcare providers that require a high level of interoperability with other EMR systems or external data sources

• Meditech : Meditech is an EMR system that focuses on interoperability, offering seamless integration with other EMR systems and external data sources, making it an ideal choice for healthcare providers that need a high level of interoperability.
• Greenway Health : Greenway Health is another EMR system that emphasizes interoperability, providing integration capabilities with various EMR systems and external data sources to support healthcare providers with diverse interoperability requirements.

How you can use Tennr to get the most out of your EMR

At Tennr, we understand the challenges that come with using an EMR like Klinix. That's where we come in! While we're not an EMR ourselves, we specialize in integrating with them to automate those tedious tasks that can slow down your team and your business. Our goal is to streamline your processes, making things smoother so you can focus more on patient care.

Opportunities for automating EMR tasks

Here are a couple of places in Klinix where bringing in Tennr could really help. Check out Tennr and sign up today to explore how we can help you!

Inbound Referrals

We can streamline how you handle incoming referrals in Klinix. It uses AI to pull patient details and then RPA (robotic process automation) to set up new patient profiles and book appointments. This not only saves time but also cuts down on those tedious data entry mistakes. Here's a quick demo of how we do this at Tennr! 👇🏾

Explanation of Benefits (EOB) Processing

We also simplify the process of managing incoming EOB (Explanation of Benefits) documents in Klinix. It efficiently identifies essential information, such as claim numbers and CPT codes, and seamlessly integrates these payments into the EMR. This enables quicker processing and reduces concerns about inaccuracies in payment details.

Patient scheduling

Small to mid-sized healthcare providers often struggle with managing unstructured external referrals, while larger ones grapple with patient scheduling inefficiencies, especially for follow-up procedures. Tennr addresses this by automating the process using patient demographics. For instance, it sends casual messages with booking links to younger patients and morning calls to older ones, effectively reducing friction and enhancing patient engagement for streamlined scheduling.

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Away Luggage Review: Are the Popular Carry-Ons Worth the Hype?

We put the internet's favorite suitcase through hours of testing to determine if it's worth buying.

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What I thought of the Away Carry-On

Should you buy away carry-on luggage, other types of away suitcases, more away travel products we like.

As an analyst in the Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab, I have personally tested dozens of travel products, from carry-on luggage and smart suitcases to hardside luggage and travel backpacks . After putting the Away carry-on through our rigorous Lab evaluations — which include using specialized equipment to analyze scratch and water resistance, as well as an obstacle course to measure wheel performance and maneuverability — I was blown away by this bag for being impressively lightweight, scratch resistant, easy to maneuver and fitting everything in our packing tests. In fact, it landed the top spot for carry-on luggage in our roundup of the best luggage brands of 2024 .

The bottom line: Away luggage is absolutely worth investing in.

What is Away luggage?

Away is a travel gear brand that offers a variety of travel accessories, including checked suitcases , backpacks , packing cubes and weekender bags . The brand originally went viral for its carry-on featuring a removable battery that can charge your phone on the go, but Away has since stopped offering battery packs with its suitcases as most people already own portable chargers .

Away's Carry-On and Bigger Carry-On are the brand's two most popular items — they are made from the same materials and have the same features but in two different sizes. In the brand's most recent update to its luggage line, the standard Carry-On now has a slightly larger packing capacity and is a bit heavier than the previous model. I put the new standard Carry-On to the test in the Textiles Lab and I used the Bigger Carry-On during a recent vacation to find out if Away luggage is actually worth buying.

Away The Carry-On

Away The Bigger Carry-On

When it comes to luggage material, polycarbonate reigns supreme over other hardside materials like plastics. Away carry-ons are made with polycarbonate, which is extremely durable and more lightweight than metals like aluminum.

Polycarbonate bags typically ace our drop tests, which involve GH pros filling a suitcase with a set weight and releasing the luggage from a 3-foot height. We repeat this test at various angles and note any damages and imperfections. As suspected, after I dropped it from different angles using our drop tester, the Away carry-on showed no dents, damages or changes in appearance .

During testing, we also use a wire to scratch the surface of the suitcase and then rate any scuffs or marks left behind. Compared to other suitcases, Away's carry-on aced our scratch-resistance testing, showing very minimal scuffs and remaining in great condition . Because marks and scuffs are inevitable on hardside luggage, the suitcases also come with a magic eraser sponge, so you can easily buff the outside of your suitcase when scuffs appear to keep your luggage looking fresh trip after trip.

I gave Away's handles lower comfort scores, compared to the other carry-ons I tested. They felt a bit wobbly and less sturdy than other carry-on handles, and they don't offer any padding at the grip. The newest iteration of the brand's carry-on luggage features an additional underside grab handle near the wheels to help make it easier to stow and retrieve from an overhead bin.

The 360º wheels rolled easily over a variety of different surfaces when I was at the airport, including linoleum, tile and carpet. Testers agreed, finding this suitcase easy to maneuver through our obstacle course and over different floorings.

A carry-on absolutely has to hold everything you need for your vacation. Away carry-ons have massive interiors , clocking in at 39.8L for the Carry-On and 47.9L for the Bigger Carry-On. When you open the suitcase, there's equal packing space on both sides. One side is a large zippered compartment, and the other is open with compression straps to keep everything in place. There are also zippered pockets for smaller items, so nothing gets lost at the bottom of your suitcase. For ultimate organization, pair the suitcase with the brand's mesh packing cubes , which excelled in our recent packing cubes test and fit perfectly in the carry-on.

I was impressed with just how much I could fit in the Bigger Carry-On — enough for a whole week's vacation without needing a checked bag. It was easy to keep all my belongings organized, and I especially loved the included laundry bag that kept my dirty clothes separate. This bag came with a stylish leather luggage tag in a similar color to the suitcase that keeps my contact info accessible if my luggage gets lost. (Remember not to put your home address on your luggage tag and instead just your email address or phone number.) Away luggage also features TSA-compliant locks to keep your belongings protected.

Starting at $275 for the Carry-On, Away luggage isn't cheap. But for the cost, you get a sleek suitcase made with durable high-quality materials and a well-organized interior for easy packing. At a similar price to our other top-tested luggage brands, like TravelPro and Samsonite , Away carry-ons aren't the most expensive suitcases I've tested either. (Both Tumi and Rimowa carry-ons start at $650, for example.) The brand also boasts an impressive 100-day return period on unused products, so you have lots of time to decide if it's the right fit for you. Note that personalized products and final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.

If you love its chic appearance and durable polycarbonate shell, Away luggage can be worth the investment. But if you're ultimately in the market for something more affordable, I suggest checking out our top-tested picks from Target and Amazon Basics .

Besides the famous carry-ons, the brand offers a few other styles of suitcases. There are checked sizes of the polycarbonate luggage as well as aluminum and softside styles. The checked bags are made with the same durable polycarbonate material as the carry-ons and match in appearance if you're looking to create a stylish set.

I haven't yet tested Away's aluminum carry-ons , but I am wary of the higher price tag (starting at $675) and additional weight (10.1 lbs compared to 7.5 lbs for the polycarbonate version). Beyond that, it does feature an overall similar design with 360° wheels and a telescopic handle.

I just began testing the softside carry-on suitcases , the newest launch from the brand. These suitcases have one large interior (unlike hardside suitcases, which have packing space on both sides) with compression straps to secure your belongings. It also has more convenient pockets than the brand's hardside offerings with both a large and small exterior pocket. Testers gave it lower appearance scores compared to other Away luggage.

Away also offers Flex styles of its polycarbonate suitcases. These suitcases expand for an additional 2.25" of space to fit all the extra goodies you bought on vacation. However, when the suitcase is fully expanded, it no longer works as carry-on luggage and must be checked. Note that this style has a higher price tag than the brand's traditional polycarbonate carry-ons.

Away The Carry-On: Aluminum Edition

Away The Carry-On Flex

Away The Medium

Away The Large

In addition to the brand's suitcases, GH analysts have tested a variety of travel products from Away. We were especially impressed by Away's Everywhere Bag (available in standard , medium and large sizes), which held an impressive amount in our Lab tests and was a favorite among testers for its sleek look and roomy, well-organized interior. The brand recently launched a trendy quilted version too!

Away The Large Everywhere Bag

Away The Insider Packing Cubes (Set of 6)

Away F.A.R Convertible Backpack 45L

Away The Everywhere Zip Backpack

Emma Seymour (she/her) is a senior product analyst at the Good Housekeeping Institute 's Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab, where she has led testing for luggage, pillows, towels, tampons and more since 2018. She graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor of science in fiber science and apparel design and a minor in gerontology, completing research in the Body Scanner Lab on optimizing activewear for athletic performance. 

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Is a travel agent worth it the pros and cons.

Travel experts agree there are several advantages to hiring a vacation planner.

The Pros & Cons of Using a Travel Agent

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Need to pivot your trip plans but don't want to deal with the extra time, money and hassle of rebooking flights and accommodations on your own? That's just one area where a knowledgeable travel agent (also commonly known as a travel advisor) can help.

Read on to discover the other benefits – as well as the downsides – of using a travel agent, so you can confidently decide whether or not a travel agent is worth it for your next trip.

The Pros of Using a Travel Agent

Travel agents can save you money – and get you other perks.

"In some cases, you'll actually get a better  deal by working with a travel agent," says Jackie Steele, travel expert at MagicGuides . "This could be in the form of a cruise onboard credit (free spending money to use on the ship), access to special agency/group rates, or even just learning about a discount you qualify for but weren't aware of." The best agents will even keep an eye on new discounts as they're announced and apply them to your trip even after you've booked, he notes.

Travel agents handle all the details

Hotel room? Booked. Dinner reservations? Made. Tour tickets? Ready to go. A travel agent handles every detail of your vacation itinerary. "The traveler still gets to be involved in the fun part of dreaming up ideas and providing their travel wishes, while we take and perfect them," says Jessica Parker, founder of Trip Whisperer .

Molly McShea, owner and travel advisor at McShea Travel , points out that travel agents can also help with timing logistics. "Travel agents know how many days should be spent in each destination, which tours go together, and how many things you should do in a day," she says, adding that crafting an itinerary can be challenging if it's not something you regularly do. Additionally, travel agents can help you choose the best time to visit your preferred destination(s) based on seasonality and your budget, and sift through travel insurance policies to find the best option for your needs.

Travel agents can provide local expertise

"A travel advisor's industry connections and relationships provide added value to their clients," says Valerie Edman, a luxury travel advisor and agency owner at Cultured Travel LLC. She says when working with a travel agent, travelers gain access to a global network of connections including:

• In-destination specialists who work exclusively with travel advisors and can connect travelers with unique, off-the-beaten-path experiences they wouldn't otherwise know about
• Exclusive experiences not available to the general public

You'll avoid surprise fees

When deciding if a travel agent is worth it for you, remember this: A reputable agent can guarantee you won't encounter any surprise fees on accommodations and activities once your trip is booked.

You'll have someone to troubleshoot unexpected travel issues

A travel advisor is essentially your personal vacation concierge. "Because they've been around for so long, agents really know what to look for," says Christopher Elliott , a consumer advocate and journalist. "Travel agents are among the first to know about flight cancellations and delays , making it easy for them to rebook itineraries right away." 

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The Cons of Using a Travel Agent

It might not be your cheapest option.

There are some instances when it makes more sense to plan your own trip. "If you're planning a quick flight from New York City to Los Angeles, it's easy enough to book it yourself online directly or through a third-party booking site," says Elliott. "If you're planning a once-in-a-lifetime trip or bucket list honeymoon , that's when you call the experts."

You'll have less flexibility in your itinerary

The upside of working with a travel agent is having someone plan an epic vacation for you based on industry knowledge and local expertise. But this can also be a downside in the event you discover an activity you'd like to do or a restaurant you'd like to try that isn't on your pre-planned itinerary. If you alter your plans, you risk losing money; plus, the time it takes for you and your travel agent to coordinate your change of plans may not be worth the hassle.

You still have to do some research

It's important to find an agent you can trust, which means you still have to do some of the vacation planning. For this part, Parker recommends picking up the phone. "Lots of people avoid or don't pick up the phone as much anymore," she says. "That's where you get the high-touch service, tone of voice, excitement or concerns to manage." She advises to look for the following red flags:

• No fees: " Travel advisors are charging planning fees more now or increasing them, so the client knows more confidently than ever, we work for them, not the suppliers with the best commissions," Parker explains. "There are a lot of things that are non-commissionable and the advisor's time and expertise shouldn't be given away for free, either. That's the best way to show an advisor takes their business seriously."
• Limited options: If you work with someone who is inexperienced or has an incentive to book you with a certain supplier, they may not be prioritizing your best interests. "It's important to check if they are with a larger consortia, accreditations and network, typically listed on their website and signatures," says Parker. "That level of mindshare doesn't come with a lone advisor unless they have many, many years of experience."
• Slow response times: If communication is delayed, that's a sign they may be too busy to plan your trip – but again, this is something you can avoid by having the right conversations early on.

Edman suggestes starting your search with the American Society of Travel Advisors . "ASTA-verified travel advisors are committed to the highest industry standards and have verifiable industry knowledge so consumers can feel confident in working with them," she says.

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