Utilizing a full-service travel agency to plan your trip and make your travel reservations will typically save you a lot of time, but not necessarily a lot of money. Most travel agents these days specialize in corporate travel or high-priced vacations and earn their income by taking a commission of the total price of the trip they coordinate for you. Thus, unless you have an established relationship with a travel agent, they're not always apt to find you the lowest possible rates. Of course, there are plenty of exceptions.

If you don't already have a reliable travel agent that you use, consider seeking out a favorable recommendation from a friend or relative as opposed to opening the telephone book. When choosing a travel agent, make sure he or she specializes in planning family vacations and is familiar with Orlando.

Hotel room brokers, discount travel agents, and hotel reservation services in the Orlando area include: