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Travel Destination: The Amalfi Coast, Italy

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Travel Destinations: Amalfi Coast Photo Credit: Telegraph.uk Most everyone has heard of the Amalfi Coast. It needs no introductions. It is located on the southern edge of the Sorrentine peninsula. It’s Capital in the province of Salerno, is Solerno. It falls into the region of Campania Italy. It sits at the foot of Monte Cerreto. Monte Cerreto is 1316 M high and is considered an observation point of interest that can be hiked. The Amalfi coast is a beautiful area lined with pastel colored villages that are nestled in and jut out of rugged sheer cliffs and situate themselves with gorgeous beach views below. According to a lot of travelers and travel writers alike, the Amalfi coast has some of the most spectacular views in all-of-the world. This is why it continues to this day to be a very popular tourist destination. Photo Credit: cntraveller.com The coast itself is dotted with a trio of fabulous destinations. They are Amalfi, Positano, and Ravello; e...

Are Travel Agents Still A Thing?

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photo credit: tourisme-turc.com In 2019 it's so easy to simply go on your computer and book a vacation, spring break, or weekend getaway for yourself without the help of the travel agent. So are they still a thing? Yes, and they are quite in demand actually.  While the offices are few and far between, there are many reasons to use a travel agency. Record numbers of people will be traveling this year (and have already), but travel itself is becoming more complicated as an industry. A professional in the travel industry still has the "inside scoop" and the "knows where to find the deal of the lifetime".  The travel professional is a service just like it is when we go to the salon to get a manicure or hair cut.  photo credit: pinterest.com Once called travel agents, they are now aptly called travel advisors or travel professionals. These people are on the inside of the industry, they will save you time, money, stress and be able to protect y...