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Are travel agents still relevant despite aggregator services, and can anyone recommend one?

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Oct 3, 2023

a year ago

Jack ****************

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I am absolutely disgusted by the aggregator services. Are travel agents still a thing? How much more expensive are they? Anyone have one they like?

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The discussion centers around the relevance of travel agents in the age of aggregator services. The original poster expresses disdain for aggregate services and inquires about the cost and recommendation of travel agents. Comments highlight that travel agents still exist, often do not charge more than aggregators, and may provide personalized service. A specific travel agent named Puchong is recommended for his helpfulness and problem-solving skills.

Arnie ************

I know a Thai guy. A real travel agent. He speaks English. He answers questions. He gives thoughtful alternatives. He solves problems. I love him. I wanted to adopt him. His name is Puchong.

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Todd *********

1. By what 'aggregator services' exactly? Why are you using them? 2. travel agents still a thing, and generally cost no more. Especially in thailand as they leverage volume sales. 3. Cheap. 4. Depends very much on what you want to do

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Lynnette *******

Why do you need a travel agent

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จอนห์ *******

@Lynnette ******

exactly with todays technology

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Crystal ***********

@Lynnette ******

was wondering the same thing. Just go to the airlines site and book.

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Lynnette *******

@Crystal **********

he seems to have a lot of problems the past few months.

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Darren *******

@Lynnette ******

the main problem seems to be lack of attention from the opposite sex

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Lynnette *******

thought he was getting married? Was asking about the document from embassy that says "free to marry".

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Darren *******

@Lynnette ******

lost track of the millions of daily questions he was asking to be honest.

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