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TRAVELSAVERS Canada Celebrates Top Agencies and Partners at Travel Market 2025

by Bruce Parkinson  June 10, 2025
TRAVELSAVERS Canada Celebrates Top Agencies and Partners at Travel Market 2025

Robert Townshend, Founder of Total Advantage Travel & Tours took home the coveted Chairman’s Award – Agency.

TRAVELSAVERS Canada recognized this year’s finest member agencies and preferred partners at a gala dinner that served as a finale to its Travel Market conference.

“These award-winning agencies and partners exemplify what it means to lead with purpose and passion,” said Jane Clementino, SVP 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.”

Here’s a summary of the accolades handed out at the conference-closing gala event.

Chairman’s Award – Agency

This is the highest accolade for affiliated agencies, recognizing outstanding partner sales resulting from dedication to driving growth. This 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.

● WINNER: Total Advantage Travel & Tours

President’s Award

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

● WINNER: Enjoy Travel

Soaring Eagle Award

This award honours the agency that has achieved the most significant increases in preferred partner sales year-over-year. It celebrates superior growth and a noteworthy ability to cultivate revenue.

● WINNER: 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 an agency to watch as it sets a new pace for achievement.

● WINNER: Timeless Travel

Inspire Awards

These awards 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.

● WINNER: Ocean Breeze Cruise & Travel

● WINNER: GOwithHIPPO Travel

● WINNER: Voyages Concierge Deluxe Travel

Manulife was honoured by TRAVELSAVERS Canada with the Chairman’s Award – Preferred Partner.

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.

● WINNER: Ventresca Travel Agency

● WINNER: Luv to Travel

● WINNER: Voyages Recreatif

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. 

● WINNER: Manulife

Partner of the Year Awards

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

● Cruise Partner of the Year – Celebrity Cruises

● River Cruise Partner of the Year – AmaWaterways

● Hotel Partner of the Year – IHG Hotels & Resorts

● OnLocation Partner of the Year – Memorable Travel Group

● Destination Partner of the Year – Dominican Republic Tourism

● Air Partner of the Year – Delta Air Lines

● Guided Tour Partner of the Year – G Adventures

● ITC Tour Partner of the Year – Transat

● Specialty Partner of the Year – Rocky Mountaineer

● Best Educational Program – Virgin Voyages

● Best Sales & Service Partner – Collette

Travel Market took place at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort in Orlando June 4-7. Over 900 advisors and preferred partners were in attendance to grow their knowledge, sharpen their competitive edge and build and strengthen connections.

  
  
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