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    America's Vacation Center/Avoya Travel

     

     

     

     

    Expedia CruiseShipCenters

    Sandals honored Avoya Travel™/American Express® with the 2011 Travel Agency Recognition S.T.A.R. Award

    'Best of the Best, Western' for the company's dedication to outstanding customer service and creating exceptional vacation experiences for Sandals Resorts' guests.

    Avoya® was recognized for being the 'Best of the Best' by Sandals Resorts at the Tenth Annual S.T.A.R Awards event held recently at Sandals Grand Riviera Resort in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.

    "Sandals Resorts is pleased to recognize Avoya and their elite network of Independent Agencies for their commitment to excellent customer service and a great vacation experience for our Luxury Included resort guests," said Gary Sadler, Senior Vice President of Sales for Sandals Resorts. "Avoya continues to impress us with outstanding sales performance and is a valuable part of our success this year and for the years to come."

    The S.T.A.R awards are given exclusively to top-producing travel agency partners that have demonstrated exceptional creativity and support, as well as deliver outstanding expertise and performance in selling the Luxury Included® resorts. The Sandals Resorts' S.T.A.R. Awards honor travel agency partners in the United States, Canada, and United Kingdom.


    Norwegian Cruise Line Honors Avoya Travel With Top Travel Award

    Award Signifies Avoya Travel's Commitment to
    Creating a Better Vacation Experience

    MIAMI – January 25, 2012: Avoya Travel™/American Express®, one of the leading travel companies in North America and beyond, today announced that Norwegian Cruise Line has presented the company with its 2011 'Home-Based Agency of the Year' award. Avoya Travel received the cruise line's highest agency honor for the company's dedication to customer service, its elite network of Independent Agencies, and outstanding sales performance in 2011.

    "Avoya Travel is a valued partner of Norwegian Cruise Line and, as such, we commend them for creating exceptional vacation experiences for customers worldwide," said Andy Stuart, Executive Vice President, Global Sales and Passenger Services for Norwegian Cruise Line. "Avoya Travel's support of Norwegian Cruise Line is a core element of our success, and we're looking forward to working together to deliver amazing vacations to cruisers around the globe for years to come."

    Recently onboard the Norwegian Epic, Avoya Travel held its annual National Conference for its network of independent travel agencies. While onboard, Stuart hosted an exclusive event for Avoya Travel to celebrate the successful year. The honor was later announced by Stuart; Camille Olivere, Vice President of Sales; Alex Pinelo, Director, National Accounts; and Shanel Knight, Program Manager, Home Based Accounts for Norwegian Cruise Line. This is the third agency of the year award Avoya Travel has won from Norwegian Cruise Line, previously receiving the cruise line's recognition in 2007 and 2006.

    "Earning the Home-Based Agency of the Year award is a testament to Avoya Travel's commitment to the customer experience and the expertise of our Independent Agencies," said Brad Anderson, Co-President of Avoya Travel. "We are pleased to win one of the most elite awards from Norwegian Cruise Line and will continue to provide travelers worldwide with the best value, customer service, and overall vacation experience."

    Avoya Travel's Independent Agencies are renowned for creating dream vacations for travelers, including onboard Norwegian Cruise Line's popular ships, Norwegian Epic, Pride of America, Norwegian Dawn, and more, offering itineraries to the most sought after destinations such as the Caribbean, Hawaii, Europe, and Alaska. Avoya Travel continues to create phenomenal vacations for customers onboard Norwegian Cruise Line's newest ships, the Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Getaway, which will begin sailing in 2013 and 2014.

    Avoya Travel has a long-standing reputation in the travel industry for being one of the top-producing and most innovative travel companies worldwide. The company has been a part of the American Express Travel Representative Network for over 20 years and has an elite network of independently owned and operated travel agencies.

    Avoya Travel has received notable accolades, including being named 'Travel Agency of the Year', by Carnival Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, American Express, Oceania Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, and Brendan Vacations. Avoya Travel has also been featured for its groundbreaking technology, innovative Live Leads™ program, and leadership in travel by top industry publications, including Agent @ Home, Travel Agent, Travel Weekly, TravelAge West, Vacation Agent, and more.

    Travelers interested in booking their next vacation with Avoya Travel / American Express should call 800-753-1463 or visit www.AvoyaTravel.com. Travel agency owners and professionals interested in growing their business should contact Avoya Travel at 800-521-2597 or visit www.JoinAvoya.com.

    About Avoya Travel / American Express:
    Avoya Travel™ / American Express® (www.JoinAvoya.com) is one of the largest and most awarded travel companies in North America and beyond. As an American Express Travel Representative for more than 20 years, Avoya Travel is deeply committed to Integrity and Professionalism™, quality service, and success in every aspect of planning vacations and cruises. With hundreds of Independent Agencies in its network, Avoya Travel provides exclusive discounts, amenities, and first-class customer service to travelers worldwide.


    Travel agency owners and professionals interested in growing their business should contact Avoya Travel/American Express at 800-521-2597 or visit www.JoinAvoya.com. Travelers interested in booking their next vacation should call 800-753-1463 or visit www.AvoyaTravel.com.


     

    Kenny G.

     

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    Auto Europe Car Rental Recommendations Before
    You Leave For Europe (part 3)

    April 19, 2012: Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, has compiled a set of recommendations that should be on your checklist for your next trip to Europe. These travel tips cover aspects for before, after and during your car rental experience. Below is the final set of suggestions for being prepared once you have arrived back from your trip. (continue)

     

    Auto Europe Car Rental Recommendations Before
    You Leave For Europe (part 2)

    Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, has compiled a set of recommendations that should be on your checklist for your next trip to Europe. These travel tips cover aspects for before, after and during your car rental experience. Below is the second set of suggestions for being prepared once you have arrived at the car rental location. (continue)

     

    Auto Europe Car Rental Recommendations Before

    You Leave For Europe

    Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, is compiling a set of recommendations that should be on your checklist for your next trip to Europe. These travel tips cover aspects for before, after and during your car rental experience. Below are the first suggestions on being prepared before you rent a car. (continue)

     

    Auto Europe: New mandatory ruling for automobiles in France

    Auto Europe, a leader in worldwide car rental services, is prepared to service their clients with the new ruling in France requiring mandatory breathalyzers in all passenger vehicles. (continue)

     

    Host Agencies

    Amadeus and Expedia sign multi-year agreement in North America

    MADRID, April 19, 2012 – Amadeus, a leading travel technology provider and transaction processor for the global travel and tourism industry, and Expedia, Inc. (NASDAQ: EXPE), the world's largest online travel company, today announced they have signed a multi-year content and technology agreement for North America. (continue)

     

    Sales Tip #11:

    Build Your Professional Brand
    Create a Lasting Impression
    with These 3 Tips

    One of the best ways to maintain a customer database full of people who want to hear from you, book with you and send referrals to you is to build a strong and professional brand. Each travel agent has their own personal brand, and it's important to make sure that you take advantage of yours!: (continue)

     

    Travelsavers And Network Of Entrepreneurs Selling Travel (Nest)
    Introduce New Customer Loyalty Program

    April 2012: Travel Club, a new complimentary customer loyalty program for clients of TRAVELSAVERS and NEST travel professionals has just launched. The benefits of the program are two fold: (continue)

     

    American Marketing Group

    Launches Family Lifestyle Campaign

    April 2012: American Marketing Group continues to expand upon its award-winning lifestyle direct mail program with a new family-themed campaign, available to licensed travel professionals of TRAVELSAVERS and NEST (continue)

     

    Steven Thompson, CEO
    Of Johns Hopkins Medicine International, Will Address "Well-Being And Medical Travel Conference"

    March 28, 2012 (Oyster Bay, NY) – It was announced today that Steven J. Thompson, MBA, Chief Executive Officer for Johns Hopkins Medicine International, will address the constituents at the "Well-Being and Medical Travel Conference 2012." (wellbeingtravelconference). (continue)

     

    Patient Travelers Give Candid Recaps at "Well-Being & Medica Travel Conference 2012"

    A specially assembled panel of patient travelers will candidly discuss their experiences in traveling abroad for medical and dental procedures at the upcoming "Well-Being and Medical Travel Conference 2012." (continue)

     

    Trafalgar and Virgin Atlantic Host
    The Sales and Service Team of American Marketing Group's

    Trafalgar and Virgin Atlantic recently hosted American Marketing Group's sales and service team on a four day FAM in London. The whirlwind tour of the world-class city incorporated all of the most renowned sites. (continue)

     

    "Best of the Best Globe Award"

    Avoya Travel™/American Express® has been awarded an American Express Vacations 2011 'Best of the Best Globe Award'... (continue)

     

    "Well-Being & Medica Travel Conference 2012" GIVEAWAY

    Any one who registers by April 15 will be entered to win an ultra-pampering personal spa package at the Centre for Well-Being at the 5-star Phoenician luxury resort. A $300 value, the prize-winning package includes a choice of two 50-minute spa services...(continue)


    20% Growth for ExpediaCruiseShipCenters

    Expedia CruiseShipCenters has entered its 25th year in business in good stride with 2011 sales figures showing a remarkable 20% growth over the previous year! (continue)

     

    "Well-Being & Medica Travel Conference 2012"

    The "Well-Being and Medical Travel Conference 2012" -- which will take place on June 20-21, 2012 at The Phoenician luxury resort in Scottsdale, Arizona... (continue)


    Sandals honored Avoya Travel/ American Express

    'Best of the Best, Western' for the company's dedication to outstanding customer service and creating exceptional vacation experiences for Sandals Resorts' guests. (continue)

     

    NCL Honors Avoya Travel With Top Travel Award

    Avoya Travel™/American Express®, one of the leading travel companies in North America and beyond, today announced that Norwegian Cruise Line has presented the company with its 2011 'Home-Based Agency of the Year' award. (continue)

     

    OASIS Reports Record
    Growth in 2011

    OASIS, www.OasisAgent.com, a leader in the development of programs for home based independent travel agents, reports another year of record growth. (continue)

     

    TRAVELSAVERS Partner Services &
    Analog Analytics Team Up to Provide

    TRAVELSAVERS Partner Services, a new American Marketing Group company, has won the account as the exclusive travel provider for Analog Analytics' Bigger Better Deal™ solution. (continue)

     

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