In a celebration of resilience and excellence, Air Canada Vacations (ACV) recently held its second annual Simply the Best Awards virtually on March 5, 2024. This event recognized the outstanding contributions of independent advisors available through the ACV@Home Program, emphasizing their critical role within the travel industry.
Ana Paula De Souza, Director of Sales at Air Canada Vacations, opened the ceremony alongside hosts Krista Rothfuchs and Tina Kensett. During the event, nearly 350 independent travel advisors gathered to engage in fun activities and take home exciting prizes, while gaining valuable insights into the vast opportunities within the ACV@Home community.
Celebrating Achievements in the Travel Industry
The Simply the Best Awards spotlighted remarkable achievements across various categories. Advisors from various host agencies such as TravelOnly, Trevello, and Nexion were all recognized for their outstanding performance.
Award Categories and Highlights
- Top Diversified Sales: This category honored advisors who showcased exceptional sales efforts across ACV’s wide range of offerings, including Sun destinations, Europe, the USA, cruises, and ePackages.
- Top Group Awards: Six top-producing group agents were recognized, with one winner from each participating network.
- Top Overall Sales: The awards celebrated three of the highest-performing agents, with the gold winner receiving two complimentary air seats to any of Air Canada Vacations’ Sun destinations.
- Rising Star: This category highlighted advisors who demonstrated significant growth in their sales of Air Canada Vacations products from 2022 to 2023.
The event served as a platform to honor and uplift the independent travel advisors who play a vital role in the recovery and growth of the travel sector. Notably, the winners reflected the dedication and perseverance of professionals committed to achieving excellence despite recent challenges faced by the industry.
Air Canada Vacations continues to lead the way in recognizing the incredible work of travel advisors, ensuring they are celebrated for their hard work, passion, and resilience. As the travel landscape evolves, events like the Simply the Best Awards highlight the unwavering spirit of the community, fostering a sense of unity and collaboration among advisors.
For more information about Air Canada Vacations and their offerings, visit their official site at Air Canada Vacations.
