Gayle Takashima
Seattle, Washington Travel Agent
Cruise Specialists, a Internova Travel Group Network affiliate agency
Email MeWorld Cruise & Luxury Travel Advisor
I am a World Cruise expert and excel in arranging long voyages that allow you to travel the world for several months, all while creating your ideal home-away-from-home on board. Having worked for two cruise lines prior to becoming a Cruise Consultant and having nearly three decades of experience in the travel industry gives me an incredible advantage in helping you plan the perfect vacation. The top cruise lines I sell are Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Seabourn and Holland America Line. The top river cruise lines I sell are Tauck, Viking and AmaWaterways. I also excel in planning other types of travel, from luxury safaris and rail tours, to multi-generational family cruises and vacations. It’s my pleasure to listen to you carefully, make recommendations based on your preferences, and utilize the many resources available to me at Cruise Specialists to arrange the perfect getaway!
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CERTIFICATES & AWARDS
Advisor review
Reviewed By Joan - Vught | Traveled to World Cruise
Just wonderful as always. Gayle is very efficient and takes care of all the details. Would be difficult for me to plan a trip without her help.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
130 of 223 people found this review helpful
Working with Gayle
Reviewed By Robert - Mount Vernon | Traveled to Iceland
Gayle is such a kind, professional, and patient person. I appreciate our relationship so much. Gayle lets my husband and I book several trips that we are interested in taking so we have choices. That helps us capture promotions and make good decisions based on our health. Thank you, Gayle, for all your wonderful help!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
115 of 196 people found this review helpful
Great experience
Reviewed By Linda - Bellevue | Traveled to Danube
Very informative!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
115 of 196 people found this review helpful
The Best Travel Advisor!
Reviewed By John W. - Minneapolis | Traveled to Panama Canal
Gayle, though physically far distant from us, has become a good friend and I can’t envision consulting with anyone else when a cruising bug calls. She’s thorough about covering all bases for each trip we’ve considered. Really enjoy working with her.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
111 of 190 people found this review helpful
Best friend a trraveler could every have
Reviewed By Gladis - Ocala | Traveled to South America
Gayle went far beyond what one would expect of an agent, especially when it came to getting our Indian Visas! Remarkable person, we feel we've know her all out lives.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
120 of 208 people found this review helpful
Opinion
Reviewed By Leon - Fredericksburg | Traveled to Greece
Very knowledgeable and helpful.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
105 of 179 people found this review helpful
Alaskan Cruise
Reviewed By David - Boston | Traveled to Alaska
Gayle is exceptionally good.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
109 of 189 people found this review helpful
Excellent Service!
Reviewed By Jan - Radcliff | Traveled to Caribbean
Very good Easy to work with.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
97 of 169 people found this review helpful
September river cruise
Reviewed By Elizabeth - Paramus | Traveled to Douro River
She was easily available to answer any question and always returned my phone calls.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
108 of 191 people found this review helpful
Trip to Scandinavia
Reviewed By Gunther - El Segundo | Traveled to Scandinavia
Gayle is a great trip consultant, she was very helpful in getting me all the information I needed. Thanks a lot!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
111 of 198 people found this review helpful
Regent Cruise
Reviewed By Stacey - Bloomington | Traveled to Europe
She is knowledgeable and has good advise about trips and ships. She is highly organized and knows how to get the best deal. She is readily available - I have given her name to several cruise passengers on various trips we have taken.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
112 of 201 people found this review helpful
Viking river cruise
Reviewed By Elizabeth - Boynton Beach | Traveled to Rhine River
She is very diligent about returning phone calls within a day
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
98 of 174 people found this review helpful
Caribbean cruise with Celebrity
Reviewed By Alan - Pompano Beach | Traveled to Mediterranean
As always she has the best advice and keeps things easy
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
102 of 183 people found this review helpful
Perfect Trip
Reviewed By Janet S. - Radcliff | Traveled to Antartica
High attention to detail and very knowledgeable. I will absolutely use Gayle again
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
100 of 179 people found this review helpful
14 Day Alaska voyage
Reviewed By Charlene - Frederic | Traveled to Alaska
Gayle is always professional and pleasant to work with
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
104 of 188 people found this review helpful
Gayle
Reviewed By Thomas B. - Nokomis | Traveled to World Cruise
We have booked 12 cruises with Gayle. Her service is superb!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
112 of 204 people found this review helpful
Silver Muse March cruise
Reviewed By Robert - Prescott, AZ | Traveled to Trans-Atlantic
Handled all in an extremely efficient and friendly manner.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
105 of 191 people found this review helpful
PANAMÁ CANAL CRUISE
Reviewed By James N. - Ormond Beach | Traveled to Panama Canal
Five star a real pro.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
96 of 174 people found this review helpful
Our Superb Travel Advisor
Reviewed By Loretta - Liberty | Traveled to Mediterranean
Gayle has helped us with nine cruises with Oceania Cruises. She is outstanding! Her suggestions, travel knowledge, perfect and prompt execution of all the many details of trip planning and sense of humor are very special. We do not want to plan a cruises without her!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
103 of 189 people found this review helpful
good travel agent
Reviewed By Jerry - Long Beach | Traveled to Douro River
nice, friendly, effective
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
98 of 179 people found this review helpful
Tales of the South Pacific
Reviewed By Josephine - Aurora, IL | Traveled to South Pacific
Excellent. She took very good care of me and got us a great cabin. It was ideally located on a lower deck, near the elevators and one deck above the tenders and the exit. She worked hard behind the scenes to get us extra perks like beverage cards.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
98 of 180 people found this review helpful
What’s this?
Reviewed By Rick - Layfayette | Traveled to Caribbean
Gayle is Best! We’ve recommended her to our friends, all of whom think Gayle I s great. Helpful, quick to respond and very knowledgeable.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
100 of 184 people found this review helpful
Lets go!
Reviewed By Theodore - Wilmington | Traveled to Rhine River
Fantastic to work with and always there for you
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
100 of 185 people found this review helpful
Great Travel Agent
Reviewed By Judy - Lakewood | Traveled to World Cruise
From the beginning of the planning stage to the last minute details before leaving, Gayle was responsive to all our needs. She either answered or found answers to all our questions and made sure that everything was confirmed.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
108 of 201 people found this review helpful
Around the Mediterranean and across the pond
Reviewed By Josephine - Nordelta-Buenos Aire | Traveled to Mediterranean
She did a great job getting a good fare and sweetened it with the best perks. She was easy to reach when I had questions.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
100 of 185 people found this review helpful
Best Agent
Reviewed By Roger K. - Tiburon, CA | Traveled to New Zealand
Wonderful as usual
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
97 of 180 people found this review helpful
Mexico cruise
Reviewed By Frankie - Spokane | Traveled to Mexico
Gayle did a great job.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
93 of 172 people found this review helpful
Gayle
Reviewed By Gina - Seattle | Traveled to World Cruise ~ Other
I first met Gayle in 2007 : Gayle Takashima has been my Travel Advisor since 2007 and I cannot say enough good things about her. She is always happy, takes all the time necessary to answer questions and make any and all necessary arrangements, and at the same time being very professional. Since I first started cruising with Holland America and, albeit from a distance, I have come to think of Gayle as a friend who I can always rely on to help with all my travel needs and special requests. Many Thanks Gayle - Gina
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
99 of 184 people found this review helpful
Knowledgeable and Helpful
Reviewed By Charles - Little Neck | Traveled to South Pacific
Gayle is a joy to work with. She is patient and friendly. She has a lot of knowledge herself as well as colleagues to consult with. I met her (and her husband) when she was a host on a Paul Gauguin cruise. I started using her for trips after that cruise.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
99 of 185 people found this review helpful
The BEST !
Reviewed By Gene - Boulder, CO | Traveled to South America
Gayle provides excellent customer service which we have come to expect. We let her know our thoughts and potential plans and leave it up to her to finalize. She is the BEST!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
97 of 181 people found this review helpful
CanadaNew England Cruise Silvllersea
Reviewed By Joan - Scottsdale | Traveled to Canada
Just wonderful. She is so very helpful and is on top of everything. And such a delight to work with. So pleasant and patient with some of my silly questions.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
98 of 183 people found this review helpful
World Cruise
Reviewed By Renee - Austin | Traveled to World Cruise
Very easy to work with, has been my agent for years and knows my likes and dislikes. Highly recommend. Top notch.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
100 of 187 people found this review helpful
Best and most efficient agent ever!
Reviewed By Patrick - Florence | Traveled to Panama Canal
Gayle is probably the most perfect Travel Agent I have ever had the opportunity to work with. She answers ever question promptly. Her ability to find and answer all inquires is fast and always complete. I can't imagine working with anyone else! She makes our cruise planning a pleasure.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
96 of 180 people found this review helpful
Gayle
Reviewed By Mary Beth - Lake Wales | Traveled to Panama Canal
Gayle is always helpful and gives good advice.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
98 of 184 people found this review helpful
Working with Gayle
Reviewed By Fred - Coventary | Traveled to Tahiti
Always a pleasure
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
100 of 189 people found this review helpful
Gayle
Reviewed By Gina - San Diego | Traveled to World Cruise
I first met Gayle in 2007 : Gayle Takashima has been my Travel Advisor since 2007 and I cannot say enough good things about her. She is always happy, takes all the time necessary to answer questions and make any and all necessary arrangements, and at the same time being very professional. Since I first started cruising with Holland America and, albeit from a distance, I have come to think of Gayle as a friend who I can always rely on to help with all my travel needs and special requests. Many Thanks Gayle - Gina
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
98 of 186 people found this review helpful
Seabourn Cruise Review
Reviewed By Larry S. - New York | Traveled to Europe
As usual the best. She is responsive Tony requests for reservations and always provides excellent service
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
87 of 165 people found this review helpful
Review
Reviewed By Loretta - Miami Beach | Traveled to World Cruise
Very, very good.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
95 of 181 people found this review helpful
Voyage of the Mid Night Sun
Reviewed By Rick - San Diego | Traveled to Scandinavia
Once again, Gayle was great to work with. This trip was made complicated by some last minute medical issues and Gayle went out of her way to adjust our travel schedule. We are truly appreciative of her efforts.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
89 of 170 people found this review helpful
Cruising Agent
Reviewed By James - Miami Beach | Traveled to World Cruise
When I was able to visit with Gayle, she was very helpful and answered all my questions. Enjoyed our conversations. She is very busy, so at times it was not as convenient to talk with her assistants. I guess the reason she is so busy is because she is good. I will definitely use her again. : )
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
106 of 204 people found this review helpful
Perfect Travel Planner
Reviewed By Patrick S. - Bella Vista | Traveled to Mediterranean
So relaxing to have GAYLE TAKASHIMA handle our travel arrangements. She is always available to contact with all questions or clarification of anything. We can’t imagine that we would ever need another agent!!! Highly recommend her.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
94 of 182 people found this review helpful
Gayle
Reviewed By Patricia - Aliso View | Traveled to Trans-Atlantic
Gayle was terrific to work with!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
93 of 180 people found this review helpful
Gayle
Reviewed By Terry - Jupiter, FL | Traveled to Trans-Atlantic
excellent, very helpful
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
98 of 190 people found this review helpful
Great vacation
Reviewed By Thomas - Lake Stevens | Traveled to Mexico
Working with Gail is always great. She will always look to get us the best rates. I will email her about specials I saw on our upcoming cruise and she will make sure we get those deals
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
93 of 182 people found this review helpful
Excellent Service, Extremely Knowlegeable
Reviewed By Rodney - Atlanta | Traveled to Alaska
Always helpful and ready to solve any challenge.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
97 of 190 people found this review helpful
Gayle Takashima is a Gem!
Reviewed By Margaret - Park City | Traveled to World Cruise
We enjoy working with Gayle to help plan our cruises. She is competent, knowledgeable, kind, patient, reasonable, and understanding. Her advise has been extremely helpful in assisting us when making various decisions. The title says it all -- Gayle Takashima is a Gem!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
94 of 184 people found this review helpful
Regent Cruise
Reviewed By Bill - Saint Petersburg | Traveled to Scandinavia
Great service always available.....
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
86 of 169 people found this review helpful
A Trustworthy Friend
Reviewed By Thomas - Ocala | Traveled to World Cruise
We’ve been working with Gayle for many years for our personal tours, group tours, college reunions/ anniversaries, family vacations and many more. We have recommended her to our classmates, relatives and friends. She is a dedicated, knowledgeable, honest, efficient , courteous, flexible, reliable, dependable, up to date with travel issues, quick to respond to our concerns and very pleasant to talk to. We are very pleased for all you have done and continue to do. Thank you.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
93 of 183 people found this review helpful
It starts with Gayle!
Reviewed By Janet - Pomona | Traveled to Greenland
The fun of each cruise begins with the first call to Gayle! She is always a joy to work with.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
97 of 192 people found this review helpful
Booking
Reviewed By Roger - Moyock | Traveled to Australia
Gayle was good, efficient, helped us get decent air. Oceania wanted us to take flights with 50 minute connection after 15 hour international flight. If we missed connection it would be impossible to get to ship and we would have missed first 4 days of trip. Had to pay extra but Gayle made changes happen.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
100 of 199 people found this review helpful
Cruise on October 13, 2018
Reviewed By Donald - Bremerton | Traveled to World Cruise
She was very competent and we want to thank her for the various gifts we received while on the ship.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
91 of 182 people found this review helpful
Wonderful Cruise
Reviewed By Fred - Miami | Traveled to Mediterranean
Gayle is fantastic! She is so responsive, knowledgeable and personable; able to research and answer all questions when she isn’t sure about something.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
95 of 191 people found this review helpful
10 stars
Reviewed By Jean - Woodinville | Traveled to Japan
It was a pleasure working with Gayle. She is very professional and well informed.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
88 of 180 people found this review helpful
Once again, a great trip!!
Reviewed By Rod - Duluth | Traveled to Europe
Gayle is always helpful and keeps up with my weird travel itineraries. This trip involved 4 cruises and 3 train trips and everything went smoothly and without a hitch. The documents for the last cruise were issued long after my departure from the US and Gayle made sure all the documents I needed got to me in plenty of time. We have been working with Gayle for years and every experience has always been first-rate.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
90 of 188 people found this review helpful