We're Number 3!

The North Shore Outlook community newspaper in North and West Vancouver conducted a readers poll to find the Best of the North Shore. Hagen's Travel and Cruises came in 3rd! Earlier in the year we finished 3rd in the North Shore News Reader's Choice Awards. Congratulations to our staff on the North Shore, Antonietta, Katty, Nastaran, Mary, Bonnie, Cathi, Sabine and Michael for service excellence.

Caribbean Festival 14-15July 2012

Deddy Geese, the owner of Hagen's Travel and Cruises in Maple Ridge is involved every year with the organization and planning of The Caribbean Festival In Maple Ridge. This is their 12th year. The festival features 2 live stages, 15 bands playing Reggae, Calypso, Salsa and Soca music. The festival is presented by Sandals, Dave Boyce Insurance and Annuity Services and Thrifty Foods. Come join the party on the 14 and 15 July 2012 in downtown Mapleridge.
For more details visit their website.

The Ultimate Graduation Gift

This year give the ultimate graduation gift, a Contiki Holiday.
Contiki have tours to fit any budget for the 18 to 35 year old in your life.
Choose from over 190 worldwide tours starting from just $799.

Can't pay for the whole trip?
Contiki offers a Part Pay program allowing you (and others!) to pay toward to your trip.

Call you local Hagen's travel & Cruises office for details.

The Gift of Travel

This holiday season give and receive the gift of travel. Give a travel gift certificate this holiday season and receive a gift certificate from us.

You Give! You Get!
$ 100. $ 25
$ 200. $ 30
$ 300. $ 35
$ 400. $ 40
$ 500. $ 50
Over $500 More!

It's free money!

Give the gift travel this year make out like a bandit.

Call us today to order your travel gift certificate.

1 888 842 4367.

Holiday Travel Challenges

With holiday travel there are inevitable holiday travel challenges. Last year's challenge involved snow delays across all of Canada on one of the busiest travel weekends of the year.

This year's holiday travel challenge revolves around revolving rules concerning airline carry-on rules. Currently for all flights to the USA you are limited to a personal item only. Your typical carry on bag will have to go as checked baggage.

For complete rules and regulations visit the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority website.

An added ironic bonus to this year's holiday travel challenge is the recent implementation of airline checked baggage fees. Most American airlines have fees for checked baggage. Check with your individual airline to see if they are waiving these fees while these security measures are in place.

CKNW Orphan's Fund

We have teamed up with CKNW this year to help raise money for their Orphan's Fund. Hagen's Travel and Cruises and Princess Cruise Lines are the grand prize sponsors. This year you can win a Mexican Riviera Cruise. And not just any cruise, but a balcony cabin on a deluxe ship, including airfare from Vancouver, cruise fare, tax and gratuities. Great prize. Make a donation at CKNW.com

Even if you don't win the Grand Prize, if you book one of our special Princess Cruise Lines departures Hagen's will donate $50 per person to the Orphan's Fund.

Help the kids and maybe you will be sailing away in the new year.

Southern California - Blazing Hot Deals

It's that time of year again - Kid's Fly Free to Southern California.

Book your California vacation before the 30Sep09 for travel until the 16 December2009 with Hagen's Travel and Cruises and Kids Fly Free.

Of course, conditions apply, so call your nearest Hagen's office today.

Hand in hand with the 'Kids' program many of the Disney area hotels are offering great discounts this fall. See our Best Bets page for more details.

Why use a Travel Agent?

Your Travel Agent is your expert in the Travel Industry. This expertise cannot be provided by an internet site or an airline. A travel agent can tailor your travel plans to your individual, family or business needs. Our personal experience offers insight into all facets of the travel industry including hotels and resorts, airports, airlines, entry requirements and insurance needs.

Travel Agents offer

1. Personal attention and dedication given to each customer.
2. The most up to date travel and rate information. We receive updates daily from hundreds of sources. And remember, seasonal price swings are an agent specialty!
3. The best value for your dollar. Often, our rates are the same, or lower than those you find online. More importantly, your money is protected through the BC Travel Assurance Fund when you book though Hagen's Travel & Cruises. However, if you do find a lower rate some where else, we will do our best to match it. But remember, saving money is not just about the price, it is about value. If the hotel was not in the right location, if the car rental agency had already closed upon your arrival, if the cruise line was not the right cruise for you, or if the airline cancelled your flight and they do not have another flight for a week, it does not matter how much money you saved. One can save a little money in the beginning and be miserable, or spend a little more to be in heaven. Your travel agent can recommend relevant offerings and provide cost savings strategies.
4. Convenient one stop shopping. When you book over the internet, your choices are limited. In fact, online booking engines only offer a fraction of the available travel options. In fact, you will not find most discount airlines on these sites. On the other hand, Travel Agents have access to all options. We can reserve your flights, car rental, hotel or resort, tours, and travel insurance. We also advise on what requirements are needed to enter and remain in your destination. After all, your time is valuable. You can either spend countless hours online or have a Travel Agent do the research for you, often for less! Many of our suppliers do not deal with the public so you could be missing some excellent deals!
5. Expertise. Travel Agents have first hand knowledge of hotels, airlines, resorts, and car rental agencies. Your travel agent is a travel library of brochures and videos to help you with a “feel” for where you want to go.
6. Financial Security. By using a British Columbia Travel Agency your money is protected in the event of the failure of a supplier. If you don't use a travel agent, you are on your own!7) Advocacy. If there is a problem with your travel plans, we can assist you. It is good to know that you have someone to call when you need them.
   

Travel agents provide the best overall solution for your travel needs.