TravelAge West recognizes AVC for its outstanding achievements
SAN DIEGO, June 11, 2007 – America's Vacation Center (AVC), one of the leading travel agencies in North America and beyond, today announced that TravelAge West Magazine has selected them as the winner of the "Best Agency Success Story" 2007 Trendsetter Award.
AVC (http://www.AmericasVacationCenter.com) is respected in the industry for its network of hundreds of independent affiliates and is one of the top-producing travel agencies in the American Express Travel Representative Network. The company was recognized in 2006 as "Travel Agency of the Year" by Royal Caribbean International, Oceania Cruises, and Norwegian Cruise Line – an accomplishment no other travel agency has achieved in the history of travel.
TravelAge West chose AVC as the "Best Agency Success Story" Trendsetter Award winner in order to recognize the company's exceptional accomplishments for its shared-success business model encompassing cutting-edge technology, extensive support and community, and a high-quality network of independent affiliated agents.
"America's Vacation Center has certainly raised the bar in the travel industry with their unparalleled achievements," said Kenneth Shapiro, Editor-in-Chief of TravelAge West. "The establishment of Agent Power(TM), America's Vacation Center University(TM), and now the Travel Executive Forum(TM) has catapulted AVC ahead of the competition. We applaud AVC for their exemplary level of performance and we wish them continued success."
Pal Anderson, Chairman of AVC, accepted the award on behalf of the agency on Thursday, June 7, 2007, at the TravelAge West WAVE Awards Gala at The Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills.
"This award signifies the success of our company and we are excited to be acknowledged for our innovative technology, high consumer credibility, and strong sense of community between our independent affiliates and support staff," said Anderson. "We are extremely honored to receive this prestigious award from TravelAge West and hope to continue improving the overall lifestyle and profitability for our network of independent affiliates, suppliers, and clients."
Travelers interested in booking their next trip with America's Vacation Center, an American Express Travel Representative, should call 800-753-1463 or visit http://www.AmericasVacationCenter.com. Professional travel agents interested in taking their business to the next level by affiliating with America's Vacation Center should call 800-521-2597 or visit http://www.JoinAVC.com.
About America's Vacation Center (AVC):
America's Vacation Center(R) (http://www.AmericasVacationCenter.com) is one of the leading travel agencies in North America and beyond. As an American Express Travel Representative, America's Vacation Center (AVC) is deeply committed to integrity, quality service, and success in every aspect of professionally planning vacations and cruises. AVC is a leading seller of cruises and vacation packages from suppliers such as American Express Vacations, Carnival Cruise Lines, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, and more. With hundreds of independently owned and operated affiliates in its network, AVC provides exclusive discounts, amenities, and first-class customer service to travelers worldwide.
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Ashley Wolf
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