Travel agencies in Utah provide an invaluable service to both business and leisure travelers. A business owner doesn't need to contact a corporate travel agency in Utah in order to get the perks business travelers have come to expect with those specialized agencies. Any professional, licensed UT travel agent has access to the latest deals and can get you rates just as good—or maybe even better—than those "other guys."

Use these steps to find a Utah travel agency to meet your needs:

1. Research travel rewards programs.

2. Find travel agencies in UT online.

3. Check out their professional credentials.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Look for a Utah travel agent on niche travel sites

You want to go to Utah. You want a travel agent. Your needs are not great. Go to a website where you can find the Utah travel agent you've always dreamed of.

I recommend: The Tripology.com website is one resource that will put you in touch with the right travel agency in your area to meet your needs. TripAdvisor has millions of user-reviews on everything related to travel.

Find Utah travel agencies in your area

Many UT travel agencies have websites that you can browse to get an idea of the types of services they offer. You will save time if you find out that particular agency only books cruises or spiritual tours, for example.

I recommend: Morris Murdock Business Travel, who has an office in Salt Lake City, has vendor affiliations to ensure you get a steep discount. Sky High Travel out of Draper is an expert at making your business travel planning worry-free. Finally, Christopherson Business Travel has programs for travel management as well as various online tools to make travel planning easier. They are located in Salt Lake City.

Confirm the professional credentials of the Utah travel agents you are considering

Make sure that the Utah travel agent you are considering has the applicable training and credentials. Agents with certificates recognized by professional travel agent associations show a dedication to their trade and their customers alike.

I recommend: The American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA) lets you search for accredited members throughout Utah. The Travel Institute offers various professional certification programs. Their website has a search function to find one of their certified members in your area. The National Business Travel Association (NBTA) is one of the largest professional travel associations available. Check their list of Allied Members to see if the Utah travel agency that you are considering is a member.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Utah travel agents can access special non-advertised deals available to only select agencies. Discuss what travel details you are looking for and they may be able to find vendors that will fit your needs perfectly.