In the Internet age, many people wrongfully assume websites like Orbitz, Expedia, and Booking.com have driven travel agents out of business. Although this is true to some extent, there is still a market for this service, especially when it comes to cruise lines. Recent studies found that 90 percent of cruises are still booked through travel agents. This is due to the fact that ship trips can be customized in so many different ways that it’s best to have an expert handle the details. They also offer so many potential discounts of which travelers are often unaware, and some are exclusively granted to travel agents. Plus, flights often need to be booked in conjunction with cruises, so it’s easier to have everything taken care of by a single person.