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Old Apr 25, 2010 | 8:46 pm
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Originally Posted by tcook052
You can, of course, also seek out a reputable and knowledgeable local travel agent and build a rapport with that person for booking your future cruises.
Absolutely, if you can find one. Good local travel agents are very valuable - I just haven't found one in many years.

Originally Posted by fti
So your flight is delayed and you miss your cruise departure. How easy will it be to contact your online travel agent?
Why would you need to? I would always contact the cruise line directly. Any time you involve a middleman, you're increasing risk and latency.

Originally Posted by Minnesota Bruin
Any downside to using the big online TAs (Orbitz, Expedia, etc.)?
I just find them not to have the best prices.
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