Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Travel Partner in Toronto
Total Advantage Travel & Tours has been a trusted leader in the travel industry since 1995, delivering personalized and stress-free travel experiences to clients worldwide. With over 30 years of expertise, our team of dedicated travel advisors specializes in crafting customized itineraries, including all-inclusive vacations, destination weddings, luxury cruises, and adventure travel. Affiliated with prestigious organizations like TRAVELSAVERS, TICO, IATA, and CLIA, we ensure the highest standards of service and reliability.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our ability to secure exclusive deals through long-standing partnerships with top travel suppliers. Whether planning a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or a corporate retreat, we prioritize understanding client preferences to create seamless, unforgettable journeys tailored to individual needs.
Services
All-Inclusive Vacations
Destination Weddings
European River Cruises
Luxury Travel
Family Vacations
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in crafting personalized travel experiences.
- Our team provides unbiased, one-on-one service tailored to your unique preferences.
- We secure exclusive insider deals through long-standing relationships with top suppliers.
- Our travel consultants are certified experts with extensive global destination knowledge.
- We guarantee stress-free planning with full-service support before, during, and after your trip.
Associations and certifications
- TRAVELSAVERS
- TICO
- IATA
- IGLTA
- CLIA
What people say
Outstanding service
Competitive pricing
Flawless execution
Expert guidance
Personalized attention
Services
All-Inclusive Vacations
Our all-inclusive vacation packages cover flights, accommodations, meals, and activities in one seamless booking. Ideal for stress-free travel, these packages offer exceptional value while ensuring quality experiences at top-rated resorts and destinations worldwide. Clients benefit from our negotiated supplier rates and personalized customization options.
Destination Weddings
Specializing in destination weddings across Mexico and the Caribbean, we handle every detail from venue selection to guest accommodations. Our expertise ensures flawless execution of romantic ceremonies with all-inclusive packages that include floral arrangements, photography, and customized itineraries for wedding parties and guests.
European River Cruises
We offer premium European river cruise experiences with partners like Viking and Avalon Waterways. These journeys combine luxury accommodations with cultural immersion, featuring guided shore excursions, gourmet dining, and expert-led historical tours along iconic waterways such as the Danube and Rhine rivers.
Luxury Travel
Our luxury travel service curates five-star experiences including stays at top-rated resorts, private guided tours, and exclusive access to cultural events. Tailored for discerning travelers, this service ensures premium accommodations, personalized itineraries, and VIP treatment at premier global destinations.
Family Vacations
Designed for multi-generational travelers, our family vacation packages include kid-friendly accommodations, educational activities, and flexible itineraries. We specialize in creating memorable experiences at destinations with theme parks, wildlife encounters, and interactive cultural programs suitable for all age groups.
People
Robert Townshend
Founder and President
With over 30 years in the travel industry, Robert established Total Advantage Travel in 1995. His expertise in luxury travel and destination weddings has made the agency a trusted name in Ontario.
Ida Filipelli
Lead Travel Consultant
As Office Manager and Senior Advisor, Ida specializes in European river cruises and corporate travel. Her 20+ years of experience ensure clients receive expert guidance for complex itineraries.
Karina Aisa Viceral
Travel Consultant
Karina focuses on romantic getaways and LGBTQ+ travel, combining destination expertise with personalized service. She has arranged over 500 successful vacation packages since joining the team in 2018.
Questions
How do I get a customized trip quote?
Contact us via phone, email, or our online form with your travel preferences. Our advisors will create personalized options within 24 hours.
Do you offer group travel discounts?
Yes, we provide special rates for groups of 10+ with benefits like complimentary upgrades and exclusive amenities.
Can you help with last-minute travel arrangements?
Our team specializes in expedited planning and can often arrange urgent travel within 48 hours.
Are your packages covered by travel insurance?
We offer comprehensive insurance options that cover medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and travel disruptions.
What destinations do you specialize in?
We focus on Europe, Caribbean, Mexico, Canada, and adventure travel in South America and Asia.
How are you different from online booking sites?
We provide personalized service, exclusive supplier deals, and 24/7 support before, during, and after your trip.
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Reviews (7)
Louie Chiappetta
Jan 13, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Thanks Robert for all you help over the past year. Finally Samantha gets to leave today for Australia. Thumbs up to you and your staff. Thanks Again
Thanks Robert for all you help over the past year. Finally Samantha gets to leave today for Australia. Thumbs up to you and your staff. Thanks Again
Tyler Palubiski
Sep 27, 2021
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Robert goes above and beyond for his clients. He has exceeded our expectations on a number of occasions. We will continue to use him
Mariah Needham
Sep 10, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
By far the best service we have ever experienced! Robert and his staff are always ready and willing to assist us with!!!!! If we could give 10 stars we would!
By far the best service we have ever experienced! Robert and his staff are always ready and willing to assist us with!!!!! If we could give 10 stars we would!
Michael Quast
Aug 14, 2021
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I have worked with Rob and his team at Total Advantage for over 15 years for both business and personal travel. The service and value is consistently outstanding. I could not recommend highly enough. They have always been responsive, creative, and professional - before, during and even after the trip. They have so much useful information, tips and advice to share, that I find myself learning on every trip. Definitely my first choice when booking travel.
Jim Trinier
Dec 19, 2019
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Just got back from Cayo Santa Maria Cuba. Thanks to Total Advantage travel again for a great vacation pick. Beautiful resort great price. Robert is the only travel agent I will ever use. Friendly reliable knowledgeable and always available to help I have booked with him for a long time I would recommend him to anyone and have sent friends and family his way. We are never disappointed.
Ellen Dimas
Nov 12, 2019
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We just got back from Peru and it was a wonderful trip! So happy we booked with this company. Thank you Robert and Ida for all the customization to our itinerary, for the great service, and the good price! We loved the tour and the hotels were excellent. It was so easy booking our trip with you. We will definitely book our next trip with Total Advantage Travel!
Mary Tokatlidis
Aug 17, 2019
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Great customer service. Ability to answer all my questions without any hesitation. Patient with reservations being made for all members of our group. This is my first time experience with Total Advantage Travel and it was a pleasant experience. I would recommend Rob Townshend and his team to my family and friends.
