Cruise TA's Raise your hands

[JoeyandDavid]

Jim.... for an experienced cruiser like yourself I agree..but for some novices that don't know where , who , when , or which.. a TA can be a blessing... and they can be a nightmare..just like anything else .. there are good and bad ... I rarely use a TA unless I want to just turn over a commission as a gift... I too love to book myself .. I get a thrill from it..

I do know there are a bunch of people who could do it themselves but would rather delegate.. it's all about personal preference.

joey

[Lisa63]

lilrosie, as this is your first cruise, I highly suggest you use a TA who specializes in cruises. Make sure the agency is a member of CLIA (it will be indicated in their literature, or look at cruising.org, the CLIA Web site). Even better is if the agent him/herself is an accredited cruise counselor (ACC) or master cruise counselor (MCC) through CLIA. And, while price is certainly a factor, don't overlook the service a TA can provide -- especially when helping you select a first cruise that is right for you.