Specialized curriculum provides increased value to travelers worldwide
MIAMI, June 5, 2008 — America's Vacation Center (AVC), one of the leading travel agencies in North America and beyond, announced that it held a graduation ceremony today for over 100 of its Independent Affiliates that are now certified Cruise Baltic specialists.
Through America's Vacation Center University(TM) (AVCU), AVC partnered with Cruise Baltic in May 2008 and launched the Cruise Baltic certification program for AVC Independent Affiliates. The extensive program included training on the cultures and unique offerings of the 10 countries and 26 destinations that make up the Baltic region, and provided AVC Independent Affiliates with the knowledge necessary to create custom vacations for travelers interested in cruising the Baltic Sea.
"At AVC, we believe in the value of specialization and strive to provide educational programs and opportunities to our Independent Affiliates that enable them to be the most educated, professional sellers of travel in the destinations they love to sell," said Brad Anderson, Co-President of AVC. "Through AVCU and our partnership with tourism boards and associations like Cruise Baltic, AVC offers educational channels for our network to become knowledgeable resources for their customers, therefore boosting their sales and expanding on AVC's already world-class reputation."
With over 100 new Cruise Baltic graduates in its network, AVC plans to increase its Live Lead(TM) marketing efforts for the 10 Baltic countries surrounding the Baltic Sea, in conjunction with its preferred cruise suppliers.
"It has been a pleasure partnering with AVC and their network of Independent Affiliates to educate them on the unparalleled cruising region of the Baltic Sea," said Bo Larsen, Director of Cruise Baltic. "AVC's network encompasses the most professional and dedicated travel specialists I've ever encountered, and they are incredibly passionate about being the best in their field and providing the best customer service experience possible to their clientele."
With this announcement and AVC's continued growth, the company is currently seeking professional travel agents to join its network of elite Independent Affiliates. Professional travel agents interested in affiliating with America's Vacation Center should call 800-521-2597 or visit http://www.JoinAVC.com. Destinations interested in creating an educational partnership with America's Vacation Center should e-mail the Business Development Department at Email.
About America's Vacation Center (AVC):
America's Vacation Center(R) (http://www.JoinAVC.com) is one of the leading travel agencies in North America and beyond. As an American Express Travel Representative, America's Vacation Center (AVC) is deeply committed to integrity, quality service, and success in every aspect of professionally planning vacation and cruises. AVC is a leading seller of cruises and vacation packages from suppliers such as American Express Vacations, Brendan Worldwide Vacations, Carnival Cruise Lines, Celebrity Cruises, Holland America Line, Insight Vacations, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Trafalgar Tours, Uniworld Grand River Cruises, and more. With hundreds of independently owned and operated affiliates in its network, AVC provides exclusive discounts, amenities, and first-class customer service to travelers worldwide.
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