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With their training — and being well-traveled themselves — good travel advisers can offer you options you might not have considered . Some travel advisers are generalists; others specialize in niches, such as cruises, or in multigenerational group travel or in particular geographic destinations. If you book a cruise through an agent, he or she is likely to be familiar with various lines, sailings, cabins and excursions. Some agents even have subspecialties, such as riverboat cruising.

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We wanted to reach out to extend our thanks….thank you for a trip of a lifetime! Our family recently went on a two week private tour to Israel with Peerless, and the experience was fantastic. Planning a multi-generational, international trip, at the height of COVID, was intimidating, however, Eliana ensured that the entire process was easy. Eliana provided invaluable guidance for planning all aspects of our trip – airfare, hotel accommodations, sightseeing, guides, insurance, and food to name but a few. She provided creative and unique ideas to ensure that our trip was seamless, exciting, safe, educational, emotional, and meaningful. Eliana always went above and beyond and had endless patience for our ever-changing needs. The client service and care we received was incredible and we are thrilled with the end result. Since returning from our trip, we have sent several of our friends to Eliana and to Peerless because we are so confident they will be ask happy with their experience as we were.

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As a frequent traveler, we depend on the efficient services at Peerless! Our clients needs are very demanding and timelines are extremely important. Ian has never let us down meeting these timelines. I would highly recommend anyone looking to have travel arrangements made, utilizing the services at Peerless!

The booking and all your recommendations were outstanding. Initially, I was freaked out about spending the money, but since i did so, I must confess to have thoroughly enjoyed everything.

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Excellent Customer Service! I've had the pleasure of dealing with Peerless over the past year. The Peerless team deliver consistent polite, friendly and speedy service. Their team has always been available 24/7 to meet all our travel needs. I look forward to many more years of service from this wonderful team.

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I look after a busy team of managers and executives, booking travel constantly throughout the year. Ian ensures all our needs are met quickly and efficiently. Ian has taken the time to get to know every staff member, he ensures they get the options they prefer on every trip. The after-hours service is equally as good. We have had many occasions to call outside of business hours with various issues...

We arrived home Sunday afternoon and our trip, from beginning to end, was wonderful. There wasn't one detail that was missed.

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As we approach the halfway mark in our trip I wanted to reach out to thank you for the most amazing experience!! Everything has been spectacular so far. The hotels, the guide and driver, the itinerary and the people are amazing! We are all getting along so well, the kids have made instant friends and we are loving every second of this trip.

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The trip was fabulous. Adele has the vision of what she wanted for us and you made it happen. Thank you so much.

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• Address 380 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Australia
• Response Rate 90%
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• Address 109 Power Road, Chiswick, London, England
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• Address 33 Kern Road, Toronto, Canada
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Moose Travel Network

• Excellent - 172 reviews for Canada tours

Kiera was amazing! Super knowledgeable about everything and really sweet. She always tried to show us the best views and picture spots.

Het was een fantastische reis met een leuke gids en geweldige groep mensen!! Ik heb onwijs genoten van de prachtige dingen die we gezien hebben, de leuke activiteiten en de gezelligheid met de groep! Het was jammer dat ik na 5 dagen weer weg ging omdat de rest de 8 dagen deed! Vooral Banff en Jasper national park waren gaaf!!

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• Excellent - 386 reviews for Canada tours

This was a very well put together tour with such a lot of highlights. Accommodation was good, the tour guides and bus driver excellent. The first and last days were a lot of travelling but it had to be to get to the destinations. Top marks to get so many sights in the 4 days.

Janelle was an excellent guide who went above and beyond for us! Excursion prices should have been posted in the initial booking (expensive). The lodge rooms had a funny odor, had to sleep with the windows open. At the Canada Place meeting place, there was no address posted, we had to ask where it was. In the emails I was given two different addresses, 1010 and 1025. Overall it’s a great tour and would recommend it.

Calgary Tours

• Good - 51 reviews for Canada tours

I had a great time. Made friends, liked our guides.

Very organized, train on time and the seats comfortable with the great view during the journey.

• Excellent - 1,925 reviews for Canada tours

Very nice tour. Would have liked more time in a place or two but, overall, good.

Optional excursions were reasonably priced. Suggest you put together other places in each city as a walking guide or short taxi or uber ride. Example access to close by museums open late and could walk to from hotel. Free time activities and what they are and where located is helpful.tour guide can offer to accompany a group interested to explore more during free leisure tome.Provide more detail info about the logistics of site visits. Niagara falls..suggest more water proof gear clothing and shoe types etc. Terrain to expect when visiting certain sites and possible alternatives.climbing and how difficult-easy or more strenuous or advanced climbing activity. Overall, small groups so much better than filling up bus. Thank you for giving single travelers their own bus space. Would love to watch more travel videos on longer driving distances.

• Excellent - 19,675 reviews for Canada tours

Good tour with a good range of sites to see, our driver Alazar and guide Gem were great. Accommodation was good, always clean, some were a little bit noisy

This was an "8-day" tour starting in Toronto and ending in Montreal. As a New Zealand author of novels and short stories, I have travelled widely (about 23 countries). This is my fifth coach tour, the others being through Europe with Trafalgar and Expat Explore. In comparison, the hotels used by Cosmos were superior and all but one were located near shops, supermarkets and attractions. On the second day, the tour kicked off with a hiss and a roar as we travelled to Niagara Falls and for me, the highlight was being on a large boat at the bottom of the falls. Old Quebec City was another highlight together with its interesting history involving the French and English. Our tour leader, Nadine, did an excellent job giving the history and attending to our needs. The coach driver, Dave, was also very friendly and helpful. My wife and I took advantage of two optional excursions: A traditional sugar-shack Dinner, and Quebec countryside dinner and Montmorency Falls. I would recommend the latter. At the end of the seventh day, the tour ended. Brian Wilson

• Excellent - 912 reviews for Canada tours

Too much time taken between travelling

A good chance to learn more about the Canadian way of live and to see a lot - especially by using a guided tour.

G Adventures

• Excellent - 19,195 reviews for Canada tours

The tour length was ideal for us, We had one day of porr weather at Whistler which curtailed us but otherwise it was very good. The hotels were all good and the camp at Golden was a nice contrast Our guide/driver (simon) was great, friendly, very helpful and professional, and went out of his way to ensure we had a great trip.

This trip was the best experience of my life so far! My CEO Melanie was so amazing, I felt so at ease and happy throughout every step of the tour. This is the perfect trip to see some of Canada. 100000/10 would recommend to everyone!

West Trek Tours Inc.

• Excellent - 100 reviews for Canada tours

The itinerary was well organised visiting interesting spots, our guide Madalena was great,although it was her first time leading a large group she did very well, she was professional, keeping time, smiling and she did not show any preference for people in the group.

Very affordable, excellent guide and Brilliant Driver.

• Excellent - 5,603 reviews for Canada tours

Es war super eine tolle Erfahrung, aber ein Tag mehr oder etwas mehr Zeit zum Durchatmen wären toll gewesen:)

One of the best trips of my life! Still thinking about it months later

• Excellent - 74,902 reviews for Canada tours

The tour was much more than anticipated - seeing expected and unexpected sites thanks to our great guide, Nadine as driver, Rod.

It was an excellent trip!

Intrepid Travel

• Excellent - 11,757 reviews for Canada tours

Overall: Overall, the Canadian Rockies are spectacular. All of the people in our group were fun to be with, and we made some great friends. Our tour guide was knowledgeable, patient, and flexible given the physical abilities (or inabilities) of the members of the group and tried to tailor the tour to accommodate as many people in the activities as possible. My issue was with Intrepid's misrepresentation of the physical activity level rating, the inaccurate pricing of optional activities, the required travel insurance policy, the sub-par lodging, and the labeling of the trip as a Northern Lights trip when there were only 2 nights out of 10 listed in the itinerary that gave us an opportunity to see them. Lodging: The hotels were sub-par. The Metterra in Edmonton didn’t have a functioning hair dryer and the TV didn’t work (during the SuperBowl) The Holiday Inn Express in Slave Lake didn't have a functioning fireplace in the lobby, where we gathered to eat dinner. It was cold as it was adjacent to the front doors the were constantly opening and closing. The TV in the breakfast room and where we met to eat take out dinner was on a political station and the volume was loud. The person working at the front desk stated that the remote control had been stolen, so we couldn't turn it off or adjust the volume. The Lake Louise Inn had disgusting carpeting that we didn’t even want to walk on with bare feet. The Rundlestone Lodge in Banff did not have any food or drink options in the hotel and we had to walk to another hotel to get our included breakfast. The breakfast at that hotel was also sub-par. The eggs were powdered eggs. The bread, bagels, and pastries were all stale and hard. Everyone had a room where the window looked DIRECTLY into the pool area. It was noisy with kids screaming at the pool. One of the members of our group had to pay to upgrade her room, so she wouldn't have to hear the noise from the pool area until 10:30 PM. Intrepid Activity Level rating: Intrepid listed this physical activity level rating as a 2/5, which is one step above sunbathing. It said that the activities were easy and no prior physical fitness was necessary to do most of the activities. First, many of the activities were done at higher altitudes than most were accustomed to, which makes any activity more challenging. Second, walking on ice, hiking on steep mountain trails, and snowshoeing in deep snow require a much higher level of fitness than casual walking. Itinerary: The itinerary was labeled a Canadian Rockies and Northern Lights tour. There were only 2 nights listed on the itinerary (in Slave Lake) that there was even an opportunity to go out to see them. The northern lights and weather conditions are unpredictable, so it should not be listed as a “northern lights tour” unless there would be an opportunity to see them every night. The tour guide had drive time restrictions and couldn’t take us out every night to remote areas to get the chance to see the northern lights. On an Iceland tour, we had our lodging (with restaurant and bar) in remote areas with minimal light pollution, so I could set my alarm a few times throughout the night to go outside to see if the lights were visible. The quality of northern lights can change on an hourly basis and it is not reasonable to expect to stay outside in a remote area without light pollution all night to see them. All the hotels we stayed at had significant light pollution preventing us from going outside the hotel to check the quality of the northern lights. Don’t label it a northern lights tour. It was a Canadian Rockies tour. Slave Lake activities: The ice fishing listed as a possible alternate activity was never discussed. No one said the lakes were safe or not safe for fishing. It was not discussed as an option at all. Snowshoeing was also listed as an activity at this location, but was not given as an option. Jasper activities: Walking on ice in the Maligne Canyon was challenging and risky for people who aren’t physically fit. There were a few people that had to skip the grotto for fear of injuring themselves by going further. Similarly, on the drive along the Icefields Parkway, none of us were able to hike all the way to the toe of Athabasca Glacier due to the level of fitness required. Lake Louise activites: Difficulties with the level of fitness required also impacted the hike at Johnston Canyon. Some people struggled but managed to make it to the lower bridge, but many could not go further due to the fitness level needed to hike up the steep trails. Snowshoeing was offered as an option and one group member had to insist to go snowshoeing here, since the terrain was flat. Otherwise, it was also not included as an option. Banff activities: This was the snowshoe hike at Sunshine Mountain. Despite it being listed as an option twice before on the itinerary, this was the first day we went as a group. It was challenging to say the least. Half of the group were not able to participate due to the level of fitness required that was misrepresented in the tour description rating. The next day the grotto ice walk was listed, but not offered and instead we went on a hike. Optional Activities: There was a SIGNIFICANT discrepancy of the prices listed for the optional activities on the tour description and the actual prices. It seems the prices listed by Intrepid were pre-COVID prices and had never been updated. I understand if there would be a minor difference in prices, but they were 40-70% higher than Intrepid quoted. Here are examples of the activity and price per person. Dogsledding (an anticipated highlight of the trip, which we ended up not going on due to price): Intrepid price $200 CAD and actual price was $315CAD. Lake Louise Sleigh ride: Intrepid price $37CAD and actual price was $52CAD Lake Louise Ice Skating including hockey stick: Intrepid price $20CAD and actual price was $29CAD Banff Hot Springs: Intrepid price $8CAD and actual price was $17.50CAD Travel Insurance: I have the AmEx Platinum card that has very good travel insurance coverage. Intrepid forced me to buy a separate policy stating that I needed a “policy number” and not just claims made coverage that my credit card supplies. I had to pay an extra $174USD to get travel insurance when my credit card already covers travel insurance. Then I found that one of the guests in our group used her credit card policy and did not require a separate travel insurance policy to go on this trip. That was infuriating! White Mountain Adventures: White Mountain Adventures was coordinating this trip and I felt they were at a disadvantage to plan a trip when the Intrepid itinerary and physical activity level was misrepresented prior to the trip. Scott, our tour guide, was very kind, knowledgeable, patient, accommodating, and flexible to try to meet the expectations and physical abilities of those on the tour.

the trip overall was good but a few things to be aware of: The Edmonton Sky shuttle has not been in service since 2020! You must take a taxi. The guide was surprised that we were told to schedule extras through her and by the time the trip started, much of what we wanted was already booked out. You must book the extras yourself. Neither intrepid nor tour radar does this. this was unclear in all the communications. you can't talk to a tour radar person. on line chat is fine if you are not in a hurry for answers. That aside, the guide was knowledgeable, pleasant, and worked hard to give all tour participants an extraordinary time.

Europamundo

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Great tour we enjoyed the trip

The tour guide must be fluent in English; on our last day, we received a Spanish-speaking person and were not sure what information was shared and where we were going in a strange land. The Novotel hotel rooms need modification shower need replacement. On our first day we received mixed confusing information bus driver did not show up and later on bus is broken down, Our tour was delayed for 2 hours. Need to have better communication and plan. Tour guide must come to the hotel early and inform and introduce the group This is a crowded place none of us has no identification tag, group has 60-75 people with one tour guide these things has to change. Bus toilet availability has to be improved. It will be great to inform travellers what to bring according to the weather conditions.

Fresh Adventures

• Excellent - 82 reviews for Canada tours

Great trip Fresh Adventures! Well organized tour, wonderful resorts with powder skiing, nice breakfast, lunch and dinner venues. Nice accommodation. Fantastic guides both on and off the mountain. They knew the best places to ski and enjoy. I really enjoyed skiing together, dining together and hot pools as a group. Thanks Sam and Laurence!

My lifelong dream to come to the Yukon and it was everything I hoped for and more! High five to the Fresh Adventures crew for putting together an epic adventure I won't soon forget. The hikes were tough but absolutely worth it and the views from the top were unreal. I've been on a trip with Fresh Adventures in the Rockies before and was happy to see that they offered a Yukon trip as well. The guides, Carl and Alex were fun to be around and the rest of the group was amazing. Loved all the good times and the laughs in the van. Thanks for a great trip!

• Excellent - 4,624 reviews for Canada tours

Jude was an awesome tour guide, she was really accommodating and has so much knowledge about the places we visited. She’s also super passionate about what she does, and she always shared the best stories. Couldn’t recommend her more!

The tour was so fun! A decent amount of time spent in Whistler and Banff, and the accommodation for both locations were central, making it easy to go out and explore and we didn't have to worry about how to get into town. Definitely recommend this trip! This tour is a must!

Timberwolf Tours Ltd.

• Good - 14 reviews for Canada tours

I had a fantasy time with Timberwolf. Our guides Eren and Valentin were super enthusiastic, really accommodating and very helpful. If an obstacle arose they made sure that the group and had some great alternative hikes or activities and they came up with some great ones. The only reason it isn’t a 5 star review is that the tent equipment wasn’t really fit for purpose. They were showing a lot of wear and tare with not much ability to keep things dry if the heavens opened. The ground sheet/inner was soaking up all the moisture from the very unprotected corners. A little bit of investment in camp equipment would make this a top notch tour company.

Timberwolf Hiking and Kayaking on Vancouver Island: This was a well-organised and enjoyable tour. We were a group of 9, mostly single travellers, of different nationalities and ages. Our tour guide worked very hard, with both practical tasks, such as driving and organising meals and equipment, and in making sure participants had a fun and safe time. The kayaking with camp on the remote island was brilliant. It wasn't a relaxing holiday but it was great to be outdoors and active and was a fantastic experience. Definitely recommended.

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Most travel agents used to earn a significant portion of their income from commissions from partner businesses. This means that a travel agent received a cut of your payment for a hotel, cruise, car rental, airline, or tour operator that they recommended.

Because commissions are no longer their primary source of income, different fee structures exist for different travel agencies in Ottawa. Their specializations, experience, extra services, and other details will all play a role.

Some agencies can do more than just book a flight or hotel for you; they can also plan your itinerary. Because a customized travel plan will largely depend on your personal preferences and schedule, there will be a wide range of prices.

Here’s a table with the estimated fees for some of the services you might get from a travel agency.

Some travel agencies do not charge a fee if you do not book, while others may charge a fee if you do not book. It’s best to get things straight first so there are no misunderstandings.

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1. Fairouz Travel

Fairouz Travel has been a leading provider of travel management services for over 30 years. Their clients are their number one priority, and they work hard to ensure that each and every one of them has a great travel experience. Whether you’re looking to book a flight, make hotel reservations, or get help planning your trip, Fairouz Travel is here to assist you. They have the experience and expertise to make your travel dreams a reality.

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“I have been dealing with this office for more than 25 years. They are trustworthy in the transaction. They also provide the cheapest prices, and the important thing is that you find them with you in any problem in case you happen to be at the airport or change tickets” – Saba Alsaf

“The owner Mr. Mazloum is an amazing guy to interact with. Very friendly and often makes himself available for service even on the weekends. Whenever we have issues with flights he doesn’t hesitate to find us a solution. Would highly recommend as your travel agent.” – Maher Jebara

2. Flight Centre

Flight Centre has been around for over 30 years and is one of the world’s largest travel companies. They offer competitively-priced products and services, as well as donate to charity organizations. Their company culture is highly praised, and they have won many awards for it. Flight Centre is a responsible company that puts their customers first, which has resulted in them becoming one of the most successful travel companies in the world.

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“My dad just died and I needed to get over to America fast. I was having issues about knowing what to do about having the correct visa and Cherie was soooooo helpful. She went above and beyond to do everything she could to help me. I would highly recommend Cherie!!!” – BTD Daniel-Devison

“I’ve been traveling around the world for 26 years and Cherie is the best agent I’ve come across very professional and so helpful made my experience unforgettable would highly recommend her 😘” – Susannah English

3. Amro Travel

Amro Travel is a full-service travel agency in Ottawa that offers a wide range of services to its clients. From booking airfare and hotels to arranging tours and local transportation, Amro Travel can help you plan your perfect vacation. They also offer a number of specialized services, including honeymoon planning, group travel, and corporate event planning.

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing beach vacation or an adventure-packed weekend getaway, Amro Travel can help you find the perfect destination and package deal. They have years of experience in the travel industry and can provide expert advice on the best places to visit and ways to save money on your trip.

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• Expensive and with hidden extra fees

“My experience with this agency was really great thanks for the good service and thanks to the agent Mr. Mohammad Alfadli you were phenomenal” – Faleh

“Very helpful and professional staff members, Always provide assistance and sharing experiences with the clients” – Ahmed Ali

4. Phoenicia Travel

Phoenicia Travel is a registered Canadian travel agency that specializes in all types of travel, including airline tickets, package holidays, honeymoons, group bookings, and car and hotel reservations. They have been in business since 1996 and are registered with the Travel Industry Council of Ontario and the International Air Travel Association. Phoenicia Travel has a vast amount of experience in providing corporate travel management and can provide 24-hour assistance to their clients.

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“Phoenicia travel is the best one for service and To get a good price.Anny person want To travel come To visit Phoenicia travel” – Jean Paul Niyonsaba

“Very good service and by the way they do understand English very well” – Emad Fadel

5. Voyages Rideau Travel

If you’re looking for a great travel agency to help plan your next adventure, look no further than Voyages Rideau in Ottawa. This family-owned business has been providing quality travel services for over 25 years, and they know everything there is to know about making your vacation dreams come true. Whether you’re looking for sunny beaches or thrilling adventure tours, Voyages Rideau can help you find the perfect trip. They offer a wide variety of package deals and specials, and their experienced staff will work with you to create the perfect itinerary. So why wait? Give Voyages Rideau a call today and start planning your dream vacation!

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“Carole was very helpful and very good at her job. She always followed up and never missed any details. Very happy with their service and I will be a returning customer.” – Kerry Johnson

“This was my first time at a travel agency, and I never write reviews about any place. Michel is one of the travel agents/owners, and he was such a great help. He was very patient and went above and beyond to try and get me the customized vacation i wanted. Even though it had gone past their closing time, he continued to work towards his goal of helping me and my boyfriend get our vacation. He was able to get us an amazing deal in Havana and Varadero staying in two 5 star hotels. I would recommend this place and its service to anyone that wants to book an amazing vacation. Next trip I plan I will go back to Michel and his sisters.” – Carolina Gonzalez

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