TripCrafted.Co - Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What exactly do I receive for the 9.99 fee? A: For 9.99, you receive a personalized travel itinerary plan based on your preferences (destination, dates, interests, budget guidelines). This includes suggested activities, potential routes, recommendations for types of accommodation and transport that fit your criteria, and tips to help you navigate your chosen destination. Essentially, we do the time-consuming research and planning for you, delivering a structured plan to guide your trip.
Q: Are flights and accommodation included in the 9.99? A: No. The 9.99 fee strictly covers the planning and research service. It does not include the cost of flights, accommodation, tours, travel insurance, or any other actual travel expenses. We provide recommendations and links where possible, but you are responsible for booking and paying for these elements yourself.
Q: How does the trip planning process work? A: It's simple!
You pay the 9.99 planning fee.
You fill out our detailed questionnaire about your desired trip (where, when, who's travelling, interests, budget ideas, pace, etc.).
Our team researches and crafts a custom itinerary plan based on your input.
We deliver the digital plan to you via email within [3-5 business days].
Q: Who is this service best suited for? A: Our service is ideal for travelers who:
Want help with the planning and research phase but prefer to handle their own bookings.
Are budget-conscious and want to avoid traditional travel agent fees or hidden markups.
Feel overwhelmed by travel planning options and want expert guidance.
Enjoy having a structured plan but like the flexibility of booking components themselves.
Q: Do you book the flights, accommodation, or activities for me? A: No, we do not make any bookings on your behalf. Our service focuses solely on providing the research and itinerary plan. We may provide direct links to booking sites (like airlines, hotel platforms, or tour operators) for your convenience, but you will complete and pay for all bookings yourself. This transparency keeps our fee low and gives you full control over your spending.
Q: How is your service different from a traditional travel agency? A: Traditional travel agencies often bundle planning and booking, sometimes earning commissions from suppliers which can influence recommendations and add hidden costs. We charge a single, transparent, low flat fee (9.99) only for the planning service. We don't book anything, so our recommendations are focused purely on matching your preferences and budget, not on commission potential. You maintain full control over your bookings and final costs.
Q: What information do you need from me to create my plan? A: We'll ask for details like your destination(s), travel dates, number of travelers, general budget outline (for activities/food, separate from flights/hotels you'll book), key interests (e.g., history, food, adventure, relaxation), preferred travel pace, and any specific must-dos or things to avoid. The more details you give us, the better we can tailor the plan.
Q: How long will it take to receive my personalized trip plan? A: Our standard turnaround time is typically [3-5 business days] after we receive your completed travel questionnaire and payment. We'll confirm the expected delivery date when you submit your information.
Q: Why is your service fee only 9.99? How do you make money? A: We keep our fee low by focusing only on the planning aspect, which we streamline efficiently. We don't have the overheads associated with booking systems, supplier negotiations, or commission tracking like traditional agencies. Our model relies on a higher volume of customers seeking affordable, transparent planning assistance without the commitment or hidden costs of full booking services.