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Booking Directly vs. Using an Online Travel Agency: What Changes for the Traveller
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Booking Directly vs. Using an Online Travel Agency: What Changes for the Traveller

Direct bookings and OTAs each come with distinct advantages and limitations. Here's what to weigh before choosing how to book.

By Travel & Trips Editorial Team · Mar 2, 2023 · 6 min read

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