10.4 C
Manchester
Saturday, June 7, 2025
BlogSalford Cruise1st wins prestigious CLIA Travel Agent of the Year Award

Salford Cruise1st wins prestigious CLIA Travel Agent of the Year Award

Salford Quays based company, Cruise1st, is the proud winner of the CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) Travel Agent of the Year Award, announced at the annual Cruise Excellence Awards at the recent CLIA’s Cruise Forum & Winter Ball.

The ceremony recognises those that contribute to the ever-growing cruise industry, which saw 1,971,000 million Britons take a cruise in 2017, representing an increase of 4.3 per cent against 2016.

Scooping the Award – against all their major competitors – Cruise1st, one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, has been recognised for its outstanding customer service, breadth of product and understanding of the market and its outstanding commitment to the growth of the cruise industry.

As commented by Dan Townsley, CEO of Cruise1st, “We are exceptionally proud to have won this award and see it as a real indication that great service, amazing staff and hard work certainly pays off.  We’ve been building and growing our business over the last few years, even opening the country’s first ever interactive and immersive cruise store in Manchester last year.  We now offer not only the best customer service to everyone from regular cruisers to first-timers, but also to give customers great deals on cruises, free hotel stays, exclusive offers and outstanding land excursions. For this to be recognised by our peers is simply brilliant. We can’t say a big enough Thank You for this honour.”

Voting for the CLIA Awards is by a Senior Team at the organisation. Andy Harmer, CLIA UK & Ireland director, said: “The CLIA Cruise Excellence Awards celebrates the cruise sector and its continued success. The ceremony recognises the individuals and businesses that make a huge contribution to help this industry grow. From ocean to river, luxury to expedition, there is so much choice when it comes to cruise holidays that there truly is a cruise for everyone. The challenge for travel agents is to be able to show this to those who are yet-to-cruise or have never even considered a cruise, something that each of the finalists at this awards ceremony do outstandingly well.”

Latest

Bouquet basics for Dad: Flower expert shares how to make those Father’s Day blooms last

A flower expert has revealed his top tips for dads to look after their blooms if they receive them for Father’s Day. Colourful bouquets and...

The Kim Jong Un Billboard That’s Shaking Up Manchester’s Fashion Scene

An eye-catching new billboard in Manchester featuring North Korea’s leader is challenging norms—and turning sustainable fashion on its head. A giant image of Kim Jong...

Heat Engineer Software Limited receives significant investment from Greenarc

Heat Engineer Software, the Lancashire based company at the forefront of heat loss calculations and the sizing of both renewable and traditional heating equipment,...

Pioneering project to change way people travel in Britain

A pioneering project is set to transform how people explore and move across Britain and Ireland. Slow Ways, a non-profit Community Interest Company, has already...
Subscribe to our newsletter
Business Manchester will use the information you provide on this form to be in touch with you and to provide updates and marketing.
Don't miss

Heat Engineer Software Limited receives significant investment from Greenarc

Heat Engineer Software, the Lancashire based company at the forefront of heat loss calculations and the sizing of both renewable and traditional heating equipment,...

Bouquet basics for Dad: Flower expert shares how to make those Father’s Day blooms last

A flower expert has revealed his top tips for dads to look after their blooms if they receive them for Father’s Day. Colourful bouquets and...

Pioneering project to change way people travel in Britain

A pioneering project is set to transform how people explore and move across Britain and Ireland. Slow Ways, a non-profit Community Interest Company, has already...

The Kim Jong Un Billboard That’s Shaking Up Manchester’s Fashion Scene

An eye-catching new billboard in Manchester featuring North Korea’s leader is challenging norms—and turning sustainable fashion on its head. A giant image of Kim Jong...

More News

How Manchester’s Tech Startups Are Powering Growth with Headless CMS Architecture

In no time at all, Manchester has emerged as one of the UK's leading technology hubs. The city is home to a vibrant startup...

St George’s Day parade returns to Manchester

The St George's Day Parade, a beloved fixture in Manchester's event calendar for nearly two decades, returns on April 27 with its vibrant celebration...

Manchester prepares to mark VE Day

Celebrations to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day are set to take place throughout Manchester. On May 8, 80 years will have passed since...