#24: Travel Agencies
The advent of the internet really ruined things for the travel agent industry. Travel agents used to make pretty decent money planning and coordinating trips for people. Nowadays, most of us act as our own travel agents. Why would we need to pay someone else to book an Expedia flight for us? It’s not that hard.
Even though many people dismiss travel agencies as outdated, they still exist. The average Joe might not use a travel agent, but many wealthy clients use a travel agent to book luxury trips and private getaways. Older travelers use travel agents as well. Some people prefer working with someone who can navigate the ins and outs of travel while creating a personal connection. That sounds much more pleasant than buying a plane ticket on a tiny phone screen, if we’re being honest.