Q – (6.13.26) – Just reviewing some of the questions and responses on Traveltruth we are strongly considering using one of the better Concierge/Air Ticketing Services given the somewhat chaotic nature of flying these days . We would only use one of the firms that includes Flight Monitoring. Can you tell us your current advice and what these firms typically charge for our planned travel to Germany and Austria and Dubai along with the Maldives planned for 2028. Appreciate your “No Ads” positioning.
A – There are surprising few firms that are really dedicated to airline ticketing and flight monitoring that we would feel comfortable recommending. One form you might want to try is Cranky Concierge. The consumer travel press is quite fond of them and they win numerous awards. If they are planning your air arrangements and offering included flight monitoring services, expect to pay about $200 per person. That seems expensive but they often have access to contract fares that could save you money on the base cost of your tickets in First or Business Class. If you want them to plan your air using miles the cost is in the range of $400 per person. The question every traveler needs to ask is :“Who has my back if something goes wrong.”?
Our opinion is that overseas travelers should strongly consider using Flight Ticketing with 24-7 Flight Monitoring Services. Some travel editors are advising that consumers flying in the front of the plane on non-stop routes do not really need flight monitoring services. If your scheduling is going to require connecting flights we would strongly urge you to consider a Monitoring service. The peace of mind does have a certain value as we flit about from place to place. By the way, combining the Maldives and Dubai is a brilliant vacation strategy.
