Travel Best Bets Named Exoticca’s Top-Producing Agency in B.C.

by Michael Pihach October 09, 2026

Travel Best Bets was named Exoticca’s top-producing Agency in B.C. (Supplied)

Travel Best Bets had plenty to celebrate at Exoticca’s Final Fall Fling on Thursday (Oct. 8), taking home the title of Top Producer Agency in British Columbia while several of its travel advisors earned individual honours.

Held at Riverway Golf Course in Burnaby, B.C., the industry event brought together travel professionals to recognize sales achievements and celebrate partnerships.

Approximately 35 Travel Best Bets advisors attended the festivities, with Cindie Barlow named Top Producer Agent and Marina Mazariego receiving the Rising Star Award.

The celebrations didn’t stop there.

An additional 14 Travel Best Bets advisors were recognized for achieving Exoticca’s Silver, Gold and Platinum status, with the agency accounting for a significant share of the province’s top-performing sellers.

Marina Mazariego receiving the Rising Star Award from Exoticca’s Diana Winters (left) & Cindy Chau (right). (Supplied) — *Marina Mazariego (centre) receiving the Rising Star Award from Exoticca’s Diana Winters, VP sales, Canada* *(left) & Cindy Chau, dir. of sales B.C. (right). (Supplied)*

In fact, both advisors who achieved Platinum status in British Columbia were from Travel Best Bets: Tina Park and Marina Mazariego.

The agency also claimed five of the six Gold status positions in B.C., awarded to Cindie Barlow, Mari Guzman, Tiffany Wood, Christina Del Bianco and Shannon Lewis.

Meanwhile, seven of the province’s 11 Silver status recipients represented Travel Best Bets: Laura Wild, Chelsie Paulson, Samantha Uribe, Nancy Mitchell, Crystal Sheilds, Alexis Park and Ana Hryniuk.

Cindie Barlow (centre) recieveing Top Producer Agent from Exoticca’s Diana Winters, VP Sales, Canada (left) & Cindy Chau, director of sales, B.C. (right) (Supplied) — *Cindie Barlow (centre) receiving Top Producer Agent from Exoticca’s Diana Winters, VP sales, Canada (left) & Cindy Chau, dir. of sales, B.C. (right) (Supplied)*

For Travel Best Bets president Claire Newell, the recognition was a testament to the team’s dedication and sales success.

“We’re incredibly proud of our advisors and all they’ve accomplished,” said Newell in a press release. “To be recognized as the top-producing agency in B.C., along with so many individual achievements, is a wonderful reflection of the dedication and hard work of our team. A special congratulations to Cindie and Marina for their outstanding awards.”

Claire Newell (centre) receiving Top Producer Agency from Exoticca’s Diana Winters VP Sales, Canada (left) & Cindy Chau, dir. of sales, B.C. (right) (Supplied) — *Claire Newell (centre) receiving Top Producer Agency from Exoticca’s Diana Winters. VP sales, Canada (left) & Cindy Chau, dir. of sales, B.C. (right) (Supplied)*

Newell also expressed appreciation to Exoticca for hosting the celebration and recognizing the important role travel advisors play in driving business.

“It’s always great to bring our team together, celebrate their success and connect with our supplier partners. We truly value our relationship with Exoticca and appreciate their continued support.”

Stay in the know with the latest travel industry news! Subscribe to Travel Market Report Canada for updates delivered straight to your inbox, and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn for more stories and industry insights.