Virtuoso‘s top cruise preferred partners were revealed during an awards bash to mark the wrapping up of the 37th annual Virtuoso Travel Week.Winners were honoured at the Virtuoso Awards Gala, which took place at Bellagio on 14 August.Award categories include the Cruise Ambassador, which honours a member and partner who demonstrate outstanding support of the Virtuoso network, with the winner selected internally by Virtuoso leadership. Meanwhile nominations for additional categories – Best Expedition Cruise Experience, Best Ocean Luxury Cruise Experience, Best Contemporary & Premium Ocean Cruise Experience, Best River Cruise Experience and Best Niche Cruise Experience – were determined by Virtuoso advisors.“As the cruise category expands, competition has also grown alongside consumer demand,” the luxury travel network said.“This year’s winners share a commitment to excellence, innovation, support of the travel advisor community, client satisfaction and, of course, unforgettable travel experiences in some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations.”The event was a highlight of Virtuoso Travel Week which took place from 9 to 15 August.
The winners are: CRUISE AMBASSADOR recognises a Virtuoso member and partner who stand out for their support, amplification and engagement within Virtuoso. They have made a measurable impact on Virtuoso cruise sales and innovation.Member winner: Carl Fabruada / TripMatters, an independent affiliate of Montecito Village TravelPartner winner: Chris Austin / Explora Journeys BEST EXPEDITION CRUISE EXPERIENCEWinner: PONANT BEST OCEAN LUXURY CRUISE EXPERIENCEWinner: Explora Journeys BEST CONTEMPORARY & PREMIUM OCEAN CRUISE EXPERIENCEWinner: Oceania Cruises BEST RIVER CRUISE EXPERIENCEWinner: AmaWaterways BEST NICHE CRUISE EXPERIENCEWinner: Windstar Cruises
