Central Holidays Reports Strong Outlook for 2018 with
More than 30% Year-Over-Year Increase in Bookings
-- Announces Top Trending Destinations and New Training Seminar Series for Travel Agents -- Moonachie, NJ – (January 16, 2018) – Central Holidays is pleased to report a significant increase in the momentum of bookings for 2018 and year-over-year growth in bookings of more than 30 percent. With core destinations continuing to trend high in demand as well as newcomers to the list that are gaining popularity among travelers, the company is also thrilled to announce the first dates of its travel agent seminar series aimed at providing ongoing support and training for Central Holidays’ agent partners.
“It’s clear that our travel agent initiatives, training and development activities, and tiered compensation program are working effectively to help drive this increase in bookings via our core channel – the travel agent community,” said Jimmy Zitani, VP of Sales for Central. “More and more agents and their clients are realizing what a terrific option Central Holidays offers with our brand of affordable luxury travel programs backed by true destination experts and the reliability of knowing that their clients are traveling with a time-honored travel provider with more than four decades of success in delivering amazing trips. This increase is not only impressive, but also it is offers a positive outlook for greater things to come!”
Following is a list of upcoming seminars currently scheduled for January and February of 2018:
· Tuesday, January 16, 2018 - Milwaukee, WI
· Wednesday, January 17, 2018 - Minneapolis, MN
· Thursday, January 18, 2018 - Cleveland, OH
· Tuesday, January 30, 2018 - Jacksonville, FL
· Thursday, February 1, 2018 - Altamonte Springs, FL
For sales inquiries, the company’s dedicated travel industry sales team can be reached as follows: Maria Di Rocco, CTC, MCC
Regional Sales Director - Tri-State Area - NJ, CT, NY
Call 800-935-5000 ext. 5293
Email: mdirocco@centralholidays.com
Giovanna Cilia-Wheatley, CTC
Regional Sales Manager - Mid-Atlantic
Call 800-935-5000 ext. 5364
Email: gcilia-wheatley@centralholidays.com
Lynn Seleck, CTC
Regional Sales Manager - South East
Call 800-935-5000 ext. 6308
Email: lseleck@centralholidays.com Margie Bell, CTC
National Sales Manager
Call 800-935-5000 ext. 5274
Email: mbell@centralholidays.com
About Central Holidays:
Founded in 1972, Central Holidays is an award-winning travel brand that offers superior travel programs, value, and service to enchanting destinations across Italy, the Mediterranean, Africa, West Asia, Cuba, and Latin America. As true destination specialists, this leader in travel offers an expansive range of Independent, Escorted, Hosted, and Land/Cruise itineraries. Central Holidays presents a wide array of diverse travel opportunities including people-to-people experiences, educational and cultural programs, culinary travel adventures, and active vacations. Group Travel Experiences are a hallmark of the company, offering special interest travel, religious pilgrimages, and fully-customized programs. Their newest brand, Journeys by Central Holidays, was created to orchestrate tailor-made travel experiences that redefine luxury. Central Holidays remains at the forefront of the tourism and travel industry, offering distinctive travel programs that support brand promises of reliability, expertise, and flexibility. For more information, contact Central Holidays at 1-800-935-5000 or visit www.centralholidays.com.
Marlene Oliver, NJC Communications
(305) 491-0512, moliver@njccorp.com
Mayra Etayo, NJC Communications
(305) 505-7089, metayo@njccorp.com
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