Business Details
Your Trusted Travel Agency in West Vancouver
Take Off Now Cruise and Travel has established itself as West Vancouver's premier travel agency, specializing in cruises, all-inclusive vacations, and comprehensive travel solutions. Our team of travel experts brings over 100 years of combined industry experience, offering personalized service to meet diverse travel needs. We pride ourselves on securing the best pricing for clients through exclusive partnerships and daily monitoring of cruise deals, airfare, and vacation packages. Our commitment to client protection includes coverage under the BC Travel Agent Fund, ensuring peace of mind for every booking. With specialized services like complimentary airport transfers for qualifying bookings and multilingual support, we cater to both local and international travel requirements. Our agents maintain deep expertise across major cruise lines, hotel chains, and destination-specific offerings, enabling tailored recommendations based on firsthand knowledge and client testimonials.As an accredited CPBC-licensed agency, we combine industry authority with personalized attention to create seamless travel experiences. Our physical office at 5530 Marine Drive serves West Vancouver neighborhoods while supporting global travel arrangements through phone and digital communication channels. We differentiate ourselves through guaranteed lowest pricing, extensive supplier relationships, and a focus on protecting client investments through comprehensive travel insurance solutions. This combination of experience, protection, and personalized service positions us as trusted advisors in the travel industry.
Services
Ocean Cruises
River Cruises
All-inclusive Vacations
Flight Booking
Car Rentals
Travel Insurance
Hotel Bookings
Cruise Deals
Airport Transfers
Travel Protection
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined travel industry experience
- We provide complimentary round-trip airport transfers for qualifying bookings
- We guarantee lowest pricing through exclusive supplier partnerships
- Our bookings include protection under the BC Travel Agent Fund
- We maintain specialized expertise across major cruise lines and destinations
Associations and certifications
- CPBC
Services
Ocean Cruises
We specialize in booking ocean cruises across major lines including Royal Caribbean, Princess, and Viking. Our experts help select itineraries matching your preferences, from short getaways to extended voyages. With firsthand knowledge of ships and destinations, we ensure optimal cabin selection and onboard experience.
All-inclusive Vacations
Our all-inclusive packages combine flights, accommodations, meals, and activities at competitive prices. We partner with leading providers like Air Canada Vacations and Sunwing to offer comprehensive deals. Our specialists help select optimal destinations and resorts based on client preferences and budget requirements.
Flight Booking
We book flights with 800+ airlines covering 9,000+ global destinations. Our agents secure competitive rates while considering schedule flexibility and client preferences. We handle both domestic and international bookings, including corporate travel arrangements and complex itineraries with multiple stops.
Car Rentals
We arrange car rentals worldwide, offering standard vehicles to luxury and specialty models. Our service includes airport transfers, one-way rentals, and long-term options. We ensure competitive pricing while matching vehicle specifications to client needs for luggage capacity, passenger count, and driving conditions.
Travel Insurance
Our insurance specialists provide comprehensive coverage for medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and unexpected events. We offer policies tailored to different travel types including family vacations, corporate trips, and group tours. We ensure proper coverage limits and policy terms match specific destination risks and client requirements.
People
John Cave
Travel Consultant
With 40+ years in international trade and travel, John specializes in all-inclusive resorts and cruises. Certified in Disney and Las Vegas travel, he provides expert vacation planning based on extensive personal experience with global travel partners.
Susan Tompkins
Cruise Specialist
A 30+ year cruise industry veteran, Susan has visited 107 cruise ships across major lines. Certified through multiple cruise line university programs, she offers specialized knowledge on onboard experiences, ship features, and optimal itineraries for different traveler preferences.
Betty Alemzadeh
International Travel Consultant
With 15+ years of experience, Betty specializes in European and Middle Eastern travel. Fluent in English and Farsi, she provides expert booking services for river cruises, ocean voyages, and all-inclusive packages to Mediterranean and Persian Gulf destinations.
Questions
What travel services do you specialize in?
We specialize in ocean and river cruises, all-inclusive vacations, flight bookings, car rentals, hotel arrangements, and travel insurance solutions.
How can you help me save on travel costs?
We guarantee lowest pricing through exclusive partnerships and daily monitoring of cruise deals, airfare specials, and vacation packages.
Do you offer airport transportation services?
Yes, we provide complimentary round-trip airport transfers for Vancouver International Airport and cruise ship terminals on qualifying bookings.
How are bookings protected?
All bookings include protection under the BC Travel Agent Fund, ensuring financial security in case of supplier default.
What destinations do you cover?
We serve all global destinations with specialized expertise in Caribbean, Mexican, European, and Middle Eastern locations.
Reviews (4)
Dennis Oswalt
Jan 24, 2020
Report
Take off now travel put together an amazing trip for me and my family to Honolulu and Maui in Hawaii. John made great recommendations on places to see. He planned out the rental cars, connecting flights hotels and events. The Luau was fantastic in Kaanapali. Best travel agency in the business. I recommend Take Off Now and will use them again in the future.
Jason Cave
Oct 28, 2019
Report
Truly the best customer service offered. John and his staff have a life time of experience travelling and have been on so many cruise ships and visited a lot of destinations. They can make very knowledgeable recommendations and are very good a finding the best cruise and all-inclusive deals. I highly recommend visiting Take Off Now!
Hatsumi Kuno
Aug 20, 2019
Report
My favorite travel agency. They find great deals. Awesome customer service. I have been on several cruises booked with Takeoffnow
Simon Johnston
Jan 23, 2017
Report
Very good veterinarian. I've been coming here for years and have complete confidence and trust in Dr Cropper.
