Internova Travel Group published a full-page ad in The New York Times to commemorate Global Travel Advisor Day (May 4) and to thank the 70,000-plus travel advisors represented in its portfolio of travel brands.
“Our incredible advisors have thrived despite a tremendous amount of change over the past two years, and this is my way of saying thank you,” said J.D. O’Hara, CEO of Internova Travel Group. “In a time of great disruption, our advisors demonstrated the importance of a human connection, providing the personal service that no online booking tool could ever match. Our advisors have prepared us for what I believe will be the best year that travel has ever seen, and I am grateful to them and remain committed to supporting their work.”
Travel advisors are passionate about their craft, with firsthand knowledge of destinations at home and abroad. They have the expertise that comes from ongoing education and years of working with clients to plan a range of itineraries. Most importantly, their experience provides peace of mind to their clients.
Travel advisors are also committed to the success of supplier partners. Airlines, cruise lines, hotels and resorts, among others, continue to face many challenges, but travel advisors are available to provide their expertise so suppliers can focus on providing the best experiences for their customers. The relationships that travel advisors have forged with suppliers also give them an edge when it comes to obtaining the best value for their clients.
“All of us at Internova are united in one common belief: humans do it better,” added O’Hara. “When it comes to travel, booking sites are programmed to do only one thing: sell. Our company fundamentally believes in a human’s superior ability to plan, book and manage travel. That’s why today, and every day, we celebrate how humans are the way we connect the world to the joy of travel.”
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