Re: The Golden Age of flying is over
Unfortunately, what you will find is that these corporate travel agents arent looking at the price of a single seat, there are deals done so that upfront, the company pays the full fare along with service charges,etc.
BUT, if you spend enough moulah with them (set out in the contract), then you get a % back (this includes hotel stays and other things booked via them) and also other things, such as access to special deals and often agency only deals for the execs that will give them really competitive pricing for 1st class and business.
TBH, it often doesnt work out much cheaper, but it does give these extra perks, and cash back....(which always looks good).
Biting the hand that feeds IT
