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Travel smarter, not harder: Why a travel advisor could save your vacation — and your sanity”

Travel smarter, not harder: Why a travel advisor could save your vacation — and your sanity”

“If you love researching and dreaming, we’ll walk beside you to make sure what you’re planning actually works.” Photo: Metro Services


CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — In an age where technology makes it easy to book a flight, hotel, or even a cruise with just a few clicks, many travelers wonder: Do I really need a travel advisor? For Beth Mills of Travel by Beth, the answer is a resounding yes — especially if you value your time, your money, and your peace of mind.

“Just because you can do it doesn’t mean you should,” Mills said during a recent interview. “Planning a complex trip, like a European tour or a long cruise, can take up to 100 hours. Even simpler all-inclusives often require 40 hours of research to navigate the thousands of options.”

Mills and her team of travel experts travel frequently themselves — not just for fun, but to stay informed and uncover hidden gems like Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, a lesser-known Caribbean escape.

“We don’t push our preferences,” Mills added. “Your perfect vacation might look completely different than your neighbor’s. That’s why we match destinations and experiences to your specific tastes—whether you’re a foodie, a beach reader, or a late-night adventurer.”

Travel by Beth charges no fees for their services, yet offers hands-on planning, real-time support, and experienced guidance when things go wrong — like flight cancellations, weather delays, or global travel disruptions.

“We’re your safety net,” Mills said. “And we care. Sometimes this is someone’s once-in-five-years trip, or even a bucket list vacation. We want it to be perfect.”

Travelers can still be part of the planning process, she emphasized. “If you love researching and dreaming, we’ll walk beside you to make sure what you’re planning actually works.”

To get in touch with Beth and her team, visit travelbybeth.com or follow Travel by Beth on Facebook.

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