Make your trip to Spain your own!

Published September 26, 2023. Updated September 27th, 2023.

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Why should I use a travel advisor to plan my trip to Spain?

Planning a trip to Spain can be both thrilling and overwhelming. With an abundance of information available online, it's tempting to turn to Facebook groups other social media accounts and other generic travel websites for advice and suggestions.

However, relying on these sources can often lead to a disorganized and cookie-cutter experience that might not align with your unique interests travel-style, time frame and preferences.

This is also particularly frequent with AI based travel planning tools, they lack the capacity to adapt to your specific tastes and wishes for a trip, just offering you the most popular places.

Therefore, in this day and age it is so important to use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain to get a unique travel experience.

And here at Spain Less Traveled that is what we do.

We work directly with you through our varying levels of professional Spain travel planning services to help plan the trip to Spain that is prefect for you!

So here are just a few reasons why you should use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain.

Top 8 reasons why you should use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain

1.Travel advisors provide professional expertise

Planning a trip to Spain involves numerous considerations: where to go, when to visit, accommodations, seamless logistics, guided tours versus independent exploration, packing tips, and more.

These are all areas when having a professional travel advisor on your side can help you plan your perfect trip.

Spain Less Traveled possesses an unmatched understanding of Spain's travel nuances, including logistics, trusted guides, and hidden gems often missed by the unassisted traveler.

Professional expertise is just one reason why you should use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain.

2. A strong network, yet another reason to use a travel advisor to plan your trip to Spain

The adage "it's all about who you know" holds immense truth in the realm of travel and travel planning. And this is an important reason for why you should use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain.

Professional travel advisors boast a robust network of accommodations, tour guides, unique travel providers, and more. This network encompasses off-the-beaten-path locales and tailor-made experiences, which might elude even the most comprehensive Google search.

Our team at Spain Less Traveled continuously engages with local experts to ensure we offer the best tour guides and exclusive experiences.

We invest to send our team to travel and trade shows, especially those that are Spain-centered.

We always say that when the team of Spain Less Traveled travels in Spain ourselves, it’s never a vacation, we are constantly running around doing feet on the ground research. That way we guarantee your trip to Spain is nothing short of extraordinary.

Using a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain gets you all of this insider knowledge.

3. A trusted professional resource personalized for you

Every traveler is distinct, each itinerary unique, and our interests all vary. Therefore personalized help is important and is a key reason why you should use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain.

Here at Spain Less Traveled we specialize in harmonizing your individual interests, travel style, and aspirations into a perfectly curated adventure. By considering your timeframe, budget, preferences, and desired experiences, we craft a Spain travel itinerary designed solely for you. We also take care into creating an itinerary that fits your age, mobility and particular circumstances.

We achieve this by delving into your preferences through intake forms, Zoom calls, and in-depth conversations. This personalized approach ensures your journey aligns seamlessly with your expectations.

4. Are there pitfalls of Facebook groups, YouTube channels, Instagram and blogs for trip planning?

Of course!

This is going to sound counterproductive because we have a Facebook community (and if you are not already a member, come join us at Travel Spain!).

We also have an extensive Spain travel blog (which you are reading now)

While these resources can offer valuable information. BUT they are not one-stop travel planning tools.

Let’s talk specifically about Facebook groups and communities, since they give you the opportunity to ask questions and read a plethora of advice and opinions.

Facebook groups can offer valuable insights from fellow travelers, but it's crucial to recognize that these platforms are laden with subjective opinions. Every traveler is different, and what works for one person may not resonate with another. Most of the answers come for enthusiastic members that had a great (or not) experience in Spain and think everybody will enjoy it (or not) the same way.

Moreover, members of these groups do not know your unique personality, interests, or travel aspirations. Relying solely on such advice can lead to disappointment, wasted time, and a lack of fulfillment during your trip.

Even worse, often, the person replying has only been to Spain once or twice and does not know all of the regions and cities.

We’ve even seen members in our community giving “advice” sight-unseen, not having visited certain places themselves. (Crazy, right?)

None of this is truly personalized for you.

Of course, we aren’t knocking Facebook travel planning communities! We wouldn’t invest the time and effort into ours if we don’t think there’s value to them.

And of course you can find us on Instagram, too.

They are a great starting resource. But for truly personalized advice it is best to work with a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain.

5. Should I rely on AI for trip planning?

In short, no!

While AI can offer some convenience for getting started in travel planning, relying solely on it is not a good approach.

AI lacks the human touch and intuitive understanding of your individual preferences and what types of unique experiences you seek.

It can easily miss out on the emotional and human connections that come with travel.

A well-rounded travel experience benefits from the personalized insights and empathy that only a human travel advisor can provide.

We’ve seen some crazy (and not in a good way) AI generated Spain travel itineraries. Some of them are too rushed. Most of them do not account for travel time. And none of them that we’ve seen have provided any truly unique experiences.

So instead of replacing human travel advisor (who specializes in a specific region) with AI keep on reading for more reasons why you should use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain.

6. Travel has changed, now it is more important than ever to use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain!

Over the years, the travel industry has evolved drastically. While travel websites and booking platforms have made travel more accessible, they have also made it so much more impersonal. In contrast, destination specialists reintroduce the human touch into travel planning, crafting experiences that resonate on a deeper level.

And in this day and age that is a big reason why you should use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain.

Many tourist attractions and monuments, especially here in Spain, have changed the way they do things. Whether it’s from taking reservations for specific hours to limiting capacity, much of the information from traveling in Spain before the pandemic is now outdated.

Take, for example, the Alhambra.

Planning it correctly is the key to making sure that you get the most out of the massive complex…

In popular Southern Spain: Granada.

Our team at Spain Less Traveled is on the forefront of these changes, staying informed to ensure that your trip is planned with taking these new protocols into account.

We live in Spain, and are the first to learn about any new law and regulation, any landmark closure or renovation, as well as any unexpected situation that can affect the enjoyment of your trip to Spain.

7. Escape the crowds and embrace the hidden gems

As travel surges in popularity, iconic destinations become inundated with tourists. A travel advisor familiar with a specific region, like Spain, guides you to less-traveled locales, providing an authentic experience away from the masses. Alternatively, we help you optimize your time by incorporating renowned attractions alongside unique, lesser-known gems, creating a well-rounded journey.

Our itineraries for our Spain Less Traveled clients interweave major highlights with exclusive destinations, ensuring you encounter Spain's lesser-explored treasures.

If you are traveling by car, we can suggest the best small towns to explore on the road, or what specific place is worth a detour. And even if you won’t have access to a car, we often have a few tricks up our sleeves to getting around Spain less traveled.

We don’t do “cookie cutter trips” and that is yet another reason why you should use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain.

8. Because travel planning is a full time job

Amid busy lives, dedicating time to intricate travel planning becomes a challenge. Spain Less Traveled takes this burden off your shoulders. Our range of professional Spain travel planning services can handle the majority of the planning or provide you with expert advice, saving you time and effort.

Need more convincing?

Be sure to have a look at our testimonials. There you will find many satisfied travelers who used our professional Spain travel planning services.

Did our top 8 reasons to use a travel advisor to plan a trip to Spain convince you?

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