International Travel Services
Agents Experienced In Planning International Travel
With the experience of the agents currently servicing our international
clients, we are confident in our ability to provide knowledgeable
service to the international traveler. TSG's consultants have a
combined experience record in international travel of 70 years and
have been selected for their expertise and concise knowledge.
Accurate International Fares
Our consultants are trained to be proficient in meeting the demands
of the international traveler while providing the best possible
fares and information to the travel arrangers and travelers.
Our international fare quote system contains over 30 million fares
and provides the flexibility required for complex international
pricing. It automatically prices virtually any itinerary type while
also validating all applicable fare rules. In addition, it finds
the lowest available fare for an international itinerary.
International Rate Desk
TSG has its own International Rate Desk. This department is managed
by an international rate specialist who has more than ten years
experience in calculating international airfares, and determining
international routes. The rate desk manager has had extensive training
from the airlines, Iatan, ARC and other organizations in fare calculation
methods.
VAT (Value-Added Tax) Refund Assistance
TSG offers European value-added tax (VAT) recovery service. Through
obtaining European VAT refunds, we can help reduce some of your
European travel costs by up to 25%. VAT is charged on all goods
and services throughout Europe at rates averaging from 15% to 25%.
Corporations are generally entitled to refunds of VAT paid by traveling
employees on hotel charges, car rentals, meals, professional fees,
conferences and trade shows, and other travel related expense categories.
International Cell/Satellite Phones
TSG has partnered with TravelCell, a premier global cellular phone
rental company, to provide its international travelers with the
convenience and advantages of a cellular phone, no matter where
in the world they are. At a time when telecommunications are so
important, TravelCell provides travelers the best in service, at
the best rates.
Destination Information
All international travelers will be provided with destination information
including health requirements, foreign travel advisories, climate,
appropriate clothing, holidays, location of US embassies and consulates,
international phone calls, maps of major cities, information on
local transportation facilities, car rentals, baggage allowance,
excess baggage charges, local taxes and how to obtain refunds on
value added taxes.
Visa and Passport Services
TSG can provide all international travelers with passport and visa
applications and, if necessary, offer delivery and pick-up to and
from the appropriate office. All travelers will be advised of requirements
for processing their passport or visa.
"Fly America Act"
TSG is very familiar with the provisions of the "Fly America
Act", the guidelines by which travelers must abide when traveling
on federally funded international trips. TSG has prepared a brochure
entitled "Understanding The Fly America Act" which defines
the regulations and exceptions.
Currency Exchange Information
TSG will advise international travelers on current foreign currency
exchange rates, and the pros and cons of using cash or major credit
cards abroad. Automobile insurance requirements will be advised
for foreign car rentals. Travelers will be advised of excess baggage
requirements and fees for each particular airline.
Travelers Checks, Currency, and Emergency Fund Transfers
TSG provides travelers checks, foreign currency, emergency fund
transfers and other overseas monetary services through Ruesh International.
Ruesh International operates a reliable foreign exchange network
throughout the world which provides business travelers with a responsive
source for their foreign exchange needs.
Consolidator and Wholesale Tickets
TSG has developed valuable working relationships with a select
group of consolidators that have been proven reliable within the
industry. The international consolidator market encompasses: Europe,
Africa, the Middle East, Russia, India, Asia, Australia, Central
and South American and the Caribbean. TSG makes every effort to
utilize these deeply discounted fares when beneficial to our clients.
International Rail Travel
TSG has the ability to research, reserve and ticket rail schedules
and travel throughout the world. Working with both select rail agencies
and representative vendors in this country, TSG has at its fingertips
a complete and far reaching network of international rail travel.
International Steamship and Ferry Travel
TSG, utilizing extensive resources, has the ability to thoroughly
research, recommend and book freighters, steamships and ferries throughout
the world. Familiarity with publications such as the "International
Steamship Guide International" and "Fodor's Freighter Guide",
coupled with representatives such as "Traveltips", enable
TSG to offer a variety of these types of accommodations for our clients.
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