Seven of our travel advisors have recently been recognized as Virtuoso Cruise Icons – This means our clients can now enjoy greater privileges and opportunities granted by the network to only those at the top.
From exclusive discounts to special amenities, the status of Virtuoso Icons provides benefits only a few agencies in our industry have.
As a traveler, having a Virtuoso Icon advisor by your side means receiving special support throughout your journey, in-the-know expertise about both your destinations and the cruise line you are boarding, and an overall superior experience.
Our recently recognized advisors: JC Quintana, Derek Avello, Steven Gulko, Laura Bowman, Roger Powe, Monica Anderson, and Xavier Salinas represent the top 1% in Virtuosos’s cruise sales, reinforcing their position as leaders within the industry. Around 50% of our current advisors are Virtuoso Cruise Icons, and this year alone, they represented 10% of all advisors recognized with the title.
“This recognition directly translates into enhanced experiences for my clients”, says Xavier Salinas. “It signifies that they are entrusting their travel dreams to an Advisor who is not only knowledgeable but also deeply committed to providing unparalleled customer service. It assures them that they will receive personalized attention, insider access, and meticulously curated itineraries that cater to their unique preferences”.
A Virtuoso Icon travel advisor is not only a person with deep knowledge in their field. Their global connections and personal relationships with industry insiders mean they can get you, their client, the best possible value for your time and money.
In the cruise industry, this means complimentary shipboard credits, Virtuoso-exclusive shore excursions, welcome aboard receptions, dedicated onboard hosts, private car and driver, pre-paid gratuities, specialty dining, and more.
“Becoming a Virtuoso Cruise Icon entails a relentless pursuit of excellence in customer service”, ads recognized advisor Xavier Salinas: “it is about going above and beyond for every client, ensuring their travel aspirations are not just met but exceeded. It requires a deep understanding of the world of luxury travel, cultivating strong relationships within the industry, and continuously seeking ways to enhance the travel experience”-
Being recognized as Virtuoso Icons means we can now offer you exclusive benefits on over 400 different cruise itineraries, comprising 12 of the most luxurious brands in the market, along with various other additionals depending on the sailing of your choice.
As the leading global travel agency network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, Virtuoso is a by-invitation-only organization comprising over 1,200 travel agency locations, and more than 21,000 travel advisors located throughout the world.
It is their special relation to hotels, resorts, cruise lines, airlines, and tour operators that makes Virtuoso, their associated agencies, and advisors capable of providing exclusive amenities, rare experiences, and privileged access to their upscale clientele.
Out of 20,000 Virtuoso Travel Advisors around the world, only the top 1% are recognized as Virtuoso Icons. At Luxury Cruise Connections, we not only feel proud to be part of Virtuoso’s network but also wish to applaud the efforts made by the advisors receiving this important recognition.
Since this program began two years ago, our advisors have been recognized in it thanks to their in-depth experience and knowledge, constant strive for improvement, and all of the little details placing us as an agency at the top of the industry.
If you want to experience the benefits only 1% of advisors in the industry have access to, go ahead and book your next cruise with us.
Mavi Parra is a journalist, content creator, and traveler with over 10 years of experience in various communications fields. Specializing in digital media and advertising, her work focuses on the relationships between travel, culture, and destinations. Currently, she is Luxury Cruise Connection’s content writer, developing engaging content to educate and promote luxury cruise travel.
