Celebrity Cruises honoured exceptional travel agencies at its ninth annual awards ceremony.
- The event celebrated nine agencies for their exemplary performance and contributions.
- Held at ME London, over 80 agents attended the prestigious gathering.
- Key speeches were delivered by influential figures within Celebrity Cruises.
- The awards underscore Celebrity Cruises’ commitment to its travel partners and the UK market.
The ninth annual Travel Agent Appreciation Awards by Celebrity Cruises was a prominent event, acknowledging top-performing agencies for their exemplary contribution to the brand’s success. As a leading player within the cruise industry, Celebrity Cruises hosted this prestigious ceremony at ME London on January 11, drawing attendance from over 80 industry professionals, alongside Celebrity’s own trade, marketing, and sales teams.
During the ceremony, nine agencies were celebrated, showcasing their significant achievements and dedication to excellence within the travel sector. These agencies included Cassidy Travel, Oasis Travel, Imagine Cruising, Designer Travel, Stewart Travel, Hays Travel, Cruise 118, The Advantage Travel Partnership, and Iglu Cruise. Keynote speeches were delivered by Claire Stirrup, UK and Ireland sales director, and Nic McNeish, head of sales, reiterating the importance of these partnerships.
Claire Stirrup highlighted the fundamental role these agents play, stating, “Everyone in the room is a winner, but the awards are for our extra appreciation.” Her remarks emphasised the reciprocal nature of the relationship between Celebrity Cruises and its travel partners, celebrating the collaborative success shared by all attendees.
Giles Hawke, EMEA vice-president and managing director, extended his gratitude towards the travel partners, reflecting on an impressive year marked by the launch of Celebrity Ascent, the brand’s fourth Edge-series ship. Hawke remarked on the strategic decision to homeport Celebrity Apex in Southampton for a second consecutive year in 2025, highlighting this as evidence of the unwavering loyalty and robust confidence the brand harbours within the UK market.
Hawke further stated, “We have seen an impressive start to wave and are looking forward to another great year in 2024. I’m honoured to celebrate a room full of industry greats, and to have the opportunity to say thank you to our travel agent community, who will always be at the heart of our brand.” This sentiment underscored the importance of continued collaboration and mutual success.
The awards not only recognised the contributions of these agencies but also highlighted the successful relationships built over time by Celebrity’s dedicated sales team. By recognising and rewarding these top-performing agencies, Celebrity Cruises reinforced its commitment to fostering strong, enduring partnerships across the travel industry.
The Travel Agent Appreciation Awards reiterate Celebrity Cruises’ commitment to rewarding excellence and fostering industry partnerships.
