Can I save money if I book directly with the cruise line instead of MYGAYWEB.com?
This is a common misconception held by many consumers. The reality is that only in rare cases would you save money by booking directly with a cruise line, and in most cases you are likely to end up spending more! It is true that travel agents are paid a commission by the cruise line when you book through them. Traditional logic would suggest that if the cruise line does not have to pay a commission, then they can pass those savings along to you, the consumer. This is simply not the case. The money saved by the cruise line by not paying a commission simply drops to the cruise line’s bottom line, not yours! In fact, a professional travel agent can often get you a BETTER price than the cruise line offers. Plus, the travel agent can make you aware of special promotions that might exist on another similar cruise line sailing to the same destination, something a cruise line salesperson will never do.
