I am a Travel Assistant. It's a little different than a travel agent. There are similarities but the main goal for a travel assistant is to facilitate all travel arrangements for companies or individuals, not just items that are commissionable.
I work with clients to create travel itineraries, secure reservations for transportation and lodging, and ensure any special dietary or medical needs are met. As a travel assistant, I help clients complete an itinerary based on their schedule and needs, and then begin planning and making arrangements, sometimes even accompanying clients if they have special needs necessitating a companion. My responsibilities therefore go beyond planning duties, as I manage the day-to-day affairs of travel on behalf of my clients.
