TRAVELSAVERS Canada recognizes agencies and preferred partners at Travel Market conference

A number of Canadian travel agencies and preferred suppliers were recognized by TRAVELSAVERS Canada at the recent Travel Market conference in Orlando.

“Tonight is all about celebrating everybody in this room,” shared chief sales officer Kathryn Mazza-Burney, taking the stage during the awards gala dinner on June 6th. “So thank you, thank you, thank you, for what you do for us.”

Under the theme Connected, over 900 advisors and preferred partners were in attendance for Travel Market at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort in Orlando from June 4-7.

This year, TRAVELSAVERS is marking 55 years in business and TRAVELSAVERS Canada is celebrating its 25th anniversary. The conference, which was first held in 1984 in Arizona, culminated with the gala awards following in-depth workshops, presentations and a trade show component.

“These award-winning agencies and partners exemplify what it means to lead with purpose and passion,” noted Jane Clementino, senior vice president and general manager of TRAVELSAVERS Canada. “Their commitment to service excellence, strategic growth, and partnership within the network not only drives results but also inspires the entire TRAVELSAVERS Canada community to reach new heights.”

Now, let’s meet the 2025 winners:

Chairman’s Award – Agency

The highest accolade for affiliated agencies, recognizing outstanding partner sales resulting from dedication to driving growth. The award is presented to the top-producing agency for the previous calendar year. The winner sets a benchmark for excellence and motivates others to attain new heights.

Total Advantage Travel & Tours (pictured above)

President’s Award

Awarded to the agency that has attained remarkable preferred partner production in the previous calendar year. The recipient demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting suppliers and a pursuit of excellence in elevating their revenue.

Enjoy Travel

Soaring Eagle Award

This honours the agency that has achieved the most significant increases in preferred partner sales when comparing last year to the year before. This award celebrates superior growth and a noteworthy ability to cultivate revenue.

Justtraveldeals.ca

Horizon Award

This is presented to an up-and-coming agency that continues to build on its early success. Its entrepreneurial vision, innovative approaches, and pursuit of progress makes it the agency to watch as it sets a new pace for achievement.

Timeless Travel

Inspire Awards

These honour agencies that are highly engaged with their network and the industry overall. They support network programs, products and services and encourage others to employ them to reach higher levels of achievement. Respected by peers, these agencies empower and inspire others.

Ocean Breeze Cruise & Travel
GOwithHIPPO Travel
Voyages Concierge Deluxe Travel

Brand Champion Awards

New this year, these awards recognize agencies dedicated to supporting and enhancing their networks. Brand Champions foster collective success and promote the network’s brand. They engage with network initiatives and serve as ambassadors of network values and vision.

Ventresca Travel Agency
Luv to Travel
Voyages Recreatif

“We have different levels of awards so it’s not just the largest agencies that are winning,” Clementino told Travel Courier. “Some of the agencies are brand new and have embraced everything that we’ve brought to them. Every level of agency is being acknowledged, not just the ones that have the highest sales, which is really nice.”

Chairman’s Award – Preferred Partner

The Chairman’s Award recognizes a partner who has excelled at building strong relationships, offering innovative solutions, and delivering exceptional experiences that resonate with both clients and advisors. This year’s winner is Manulife.

Partner of the Year Awards

The Partner of the Year Awards are nominated and selected by TRAVELSAVERS Canada advisors. The awards honour suppliers who have demonstrated exceptional commitment, outstanding service, and strong support of the advisor community.