ACV’s Simply the Best Awards to Honour Independent Advisors June 25
by Bruce Parkinson
ACV is celebrating home-based advisors with its ‘Simply the Best’ awards.
Air Canada Vacations has announced that its third-annual Simply the Best Awards, honouring the achievements of Independent Travel Advisors within the ACV@Home program, will take place virtually on June 25.
Launched in 2023, ACV@Home is a program created by Air Canada Vacations to support Independent Travel Advisors who work from home. The program provides a range of resources including tools, training, and a support network designed to help advisors succeed remotely.
ACV says that since its launch, ACV@Home has become a cornerstone of success and empowerment for travel advisors across the country, encouraging resilience, growth, and adaptability among its members. The Simply the Best Awards proudly shines a spotlight on the excellence and entrepreneurial spirit of these travel professionals.
“We’re incredibly proud of the innovation and dedication shown by our Independent Travel Advisors,” said Erminia Gallina, ACV’s Director of Sales. “This year is extra special as Air Canada Vacations celebrates its 50th anniversary. To mark the occasion, a special announcement will be made live during the event.”
The event will be hosted by Marigold Frontuna, General Manager of Sales, alongside Andrea Arkell and Tina Kensett, Key Account Managers for independent advisors for ACV@Home. The celebration will include games, prizes and recognition.
Advisors will be awarded in the following categories:
Top Diversified Sales – Recognizing those selling across Air Canada Vacations’ Sun, Europe, USA, Cruise, and ePackage offerings.
Top Group Awards – Honouring top-producing group agents across all six partner networks.
Top Overall Sales – Highlighting the highest performing agents, with the Gold winner receiving
two air seats to any Air Canada Vacations Sun destination.
Rising Star – Celebrating those who have shown significant growth year-over-year. The ACV Simply the Best awards highlight exceptional agents within host agencies including: TravelOnly, Trevello, Centre Holidays, Nexion, Independent by Flight Centre, and The Travel Agent Next Door.
