Fly Like a Travel Agent – Triple T Week 1

Each Tuesday, I will post a new travel tip, money-saving idea, or highlight a specific destination. Please join in. If you know of a great dollar-squeezing strategy, please share it either in the comments or through your blog. (Be sure and let us know over here, too!)

So, without further ado, I present to you

They once only provided deals and specials to travel agents, but have now expanded their services to offer discounts to all customers. So now budget-minded world travelers, like you and me, can receive all of the discounts and benefits of a travel agent.
Here’s a little secret. InteleTravel does not advertise, and is still largely unknown to the general public. Through their program a passenger can book his own flights at steeply discounted costs, as well as find amazing vacation deals for himself and his friends and family.

Once you register, you will have access to
– $100 off domestic flights
– Up to 80% off published rates
– Up to 80% commission for booking online
– Free upgrades on car and hotel rentals
– Insider deals on vacation packages and cruises
– Tax advantages

Sound too good to be true? Well…there is a small catch. (Come on you guys – nothing in life is free!!)

InteleTravel has a one-time fee of $199.00 plus a $9.95 monthly access fee, plus a one-time fee of $7.95 (for your referral travel agent card). So, is it worth it?

I don’t know…

I only learned of InteleTravel recently and have not made the decision to join the program. I am, however, seriously considering it. You can search past deals to see if there is anything you like, but you can’t search current specials or check flight prices until you join. They have a 3 day money-back guarantee (generous, no) so if you don’t see anything you like, you could cancel your membership.

Bottom line. With prices from “this” home to “that” home consistently hitting the $1,000 mark, what have I got to lose? Well, besides $199 + $9.95 a month + $7.95??