Supplier Testimonials
Years of excellence in sales and service have earned Vacations To Go a stellar reputation and professional working |
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Resort Companies
"Vacations To Go is not only one of our largest relationships, it is also one of the most collaborative and innovative. Together, we care deeply about the customer's experience and know that our job is to turn vacation dreams into lifelong memories. I enjoy developing new opportunities or overcoming challenges with the Vacations to Go team, they always have a proactive and do it together approach. We have been friends and partners for many years and we look forward to continuing to work together for years to come." Jacki Marks, Global Head Trade, Sales and Engagement"Vacations To Go is a long-standing partner in travel sharing a commitment to our mutual clients with the best travel experiences in the industry, backed by exceptional customer service and knowledge. We appreciate their partnership in delivering the Delta Vacation experience that continues beyond the aircraft of our parent, Delta Air Lines, and their airline partners to the full vacation experience. Together, we go beyond the flight." Kristen Molloy, Vice President, Sales"To be able to bring our hospitality message to the public via Vacations To Go is a privilege. Their professional approach to building the relationship, the quality of the information and customer service levels and the repeat business platform, through which both Vacations To Go and Palladium Hotels & Resorts can grow, are the secrets to the success of this relationship. Together, we serve our customers in the best possible way, creating vacation experiences and adventures from “home to resort and back”, making Palladium friends and fans along the way. Thank you Vacations to Go team! " Pilar Arizmendi, Vice President, Sales & Marketing – The Americas"Vacations To Go is an exceptional travel partner, deeply committed to the satisfaction of their travelers as well as their employees and partners. They provide exceptional dream vacations by embracing within their business model the best values for success – unparalleled knowledge, exceptional customer service, efficiency and, most importantly, a love and passion for travel. These core values help build lifetime relationships, for which Royal Hideaway Luxury Hotels & Resorts, Barceló Hotels & Resorts, Occidental Hotels & Resorts, and Allegro Hotels is proud and honored to be a part of Vacations to Go’s portfolio." Ana Diaz Coreas, Senior Director of Sales - USA"GOGO Vacations is very proud of our long-standing and collaborative partnership with Vacations To Go and we’re fortunate to work with their talented and professional team. Vacations To Go travel counselors share our passion for creating memorable vacations and mutual commitment to delivering a seamless customer experience. We believe in the product knowledge, passion and expertise of their counselors and it’s our pleasure to support them in delivering the highest level of service to their customers. Vacations To Go is a recognized industry leader and as a key preferred partner, we value working with their innovative leadership team across sales, product and marketing in supporting their goals and look forward to continuing our relationship for many years to come." Susan Ogden, Executive Vice President"“Look after the customer and the business will take care of itself” -Ray Kroc Vacations To Go has the same philosophy as Playa, The Customer is always first. At Playa, we pride ourselves on Service from the Heart so partnering with VTG came naturally to us. We have been partners for many years and we have continued success because VTG offers the most knowledgeable , helpful agents that can deliver the most unforgettable vacations. They are experts from start to finish and make the booking process easy. You can leave all the heavy lifting up to them, whether you want luxury All-Inclusives for families or adults they can guide you to make the best choice. We feel confident that the service levels are outstanding that their clients will come back time after time and continue booking Playa Resorts. It is exactly why Vacations to Go is one of our best accounts. " Andrea Wright, Vice President of Sales"Blue Diamond Resorts, along with of our expanding family of brands including Royalton Luxury Resorts, CHIC by Royalton, Grand Memories, Hideaway at Royalton, Starfish and Planet Hollywood All Inclusive resorts are incredibly fortunate to have the pleasure of teaming up each day with our friends from Vacations To Go! Without a doubt this group has become a top global performer, this comes as no surprise to us given the level of professionalism, product knowledge and friendship this group brings to the table day in day out. If you are reading this and considering using Vacations To Go take from us and all the industry leading partners on this page you need not look any further!" Todd Kirlik , Director, Global Relationships Hotels & Resorts"Vacations To Go is a premier, highly regarded and valued Inclusive Collection Travel Agency Partner. The Vacations To Go Team provides top notch customer service and understands the importance of matching each client with the perfect DREAM vacation. Vacations To Go dedication and attention to detail will continue to foster tremendous success, we look forward to a long lasting partnership." Mary Ellen Burke, National Director of Sales, The Inclusive Collection"Vacations To Go’s dedication to customer service and Riu Hotels and Resorts’ commitment to providing exceptional vacation experiences is a winning combination. Vacations To Go agents are highly trained and are experts at helping select the perfect Riu Resort in the perfect destination. Over the years Vacations To Go and Riu Hotels and Resorts have had many thousands of mutual clients and we look forward to many more years of continued partnership." Hugo Aguilera de Alba, Director of Partner Marketing & Business Development
Tour & River Cruise Companies
"With a sincere commitment to providing top-level service, Vacations To Go echoes the same customer-first mantra we value at AmaWaterways. Their trained and professional counselors make the booking process a smooth and enjoyable one, and we're pleased to have such a terrific partner offering our products." Rudi Schreiner, President"Collette Vacations began working with Vacations To Go in -- 2002 and it's been a truly seamless partnership. A completely professional and inspiring company, it quickly became a top account for us. Its dedication to customer service is unsurpassed -- and one of the many reasons Collette has achieved such high success with Vacations To Go. We look forward to a successful partnership for years to come." Dan Sullivan, President & CEO, Collette Vacations"As a Globus Diamond Account, Vacations To Go exemplifies the professionalism we look for in a preferred partner. Our years of partnership have proven that Vacations To Go will provide the high level of customer service that clients deserve. Vacations To Go has a warm and friendly staff that is eager to help each customer arrange the trip of a lifetime, so give them a call and have one of their travel consultants help you arrange your next Globus family of brands vacation." Scott Nisbet, President & CEO"Two years ago, Riviera River Cruises started to include North America in their business mix. The very first account we approached was Vacations To Go because of their superior marketing reach, their dedication to working with top quality companies, combined with their exemplary service to their customer This has made them our most valued partner. They ensure their councilors are thoroughly trained on the product as well as the destinations therefore they can truly educate the client on what they are purchasing. They are a delight to work with, and I look forward to working with Vacations To Go for many more years." Marilyn Conroy, Vice President Sales and Marketing"With seven continents and over 300 trips worldwide, we work with Vacations to Go to help guests discover the world. Their travel counselors allow guests to enjoy an effortless and enjoyable experience during the planning stages which continues seamlessly onto their Trafalgar guided vacation all the way until they return home. With over eight million people planning their trips with Vacations to Go, they are not only one of our preferred partners but also the epitome of top-quality customer service." Melissa da Silva, President"The skilled travel counselors at Vacations to Go coupled with our Celtic experts creates a truly perfect partnership. With our combined destination and travel expertise, guests can expect all their vacation dreams to come true. From local hosts and guides with intense pride of their hometowns, to passionate drivers, Travel Directors and families who open their homes to share a meal. We work together to connect them with the heartbeat of the Celtic isles – the people." Melissa da Silva, President"Vacations To Go has been one of G Adventures' preferred partners for many years. Their knowledgeable and enthusiastic travel counselors fully understand our unique style of adventure touring, and are able to effectively match up our product with the correct client. We look forward to many more successful years with Vacations To Go." Ben Perlo, President & CEO"Vacations To Go takes the complexity out of booking travel. With their expertise during the booking process and our seamlessly planned guided tours, customers enjoy a magical experience from start to finish. We look forward to welcoming our mutual customers on Insight vacations for many years to come." Gavin Tollman, CEO TTC Tour Brands"Vacations To Go has been an outstanding partner to Scenic, Emerald Waterways and Scenic Eclipse. Their travel advisors are professional, knowledgeable and provide excellent service to their valued clients. When we entered in the US market, Vacations To Go was pivotal with increasing our the brand awareness and educating guests to find the right experience within the Scenic Group. We look forward to continued success with Vacations to Go!!" Ann Chamberlin, Vice President, Sales"Uniworld has enjoyed a long-term partnership with Vacations to Go which has consistently ranked as one of our top producing accounts. Vacations to Go is recognized as an innovative industry leader that is committed to delivering great vacation packages to their customers. The staff offer outstanding customer service levels and are a pleasure to work with." Adena Wilson, Vice President, National Accounts"A great partnership can make all the difference in the world in this highly competitive environment. CIE Tours and Vacations To Go have been partners for many years and our two companies make it our priority to ensure our mutual guests have the absolute best experience possible. Beginning with the seamless booking process and pre-travel experience provided by Vacations To Go, then on to an expertly prepared and executed CIE Tours itinerary, both Vacations To Go and CIE Tours work together to give you your vacation of a lifetime, time and time again." Elizabeth Crabill, President & Chief Executive Officer, CIE Tours International"Vacations To Go has been one of our preferred agency partners for many years. Our partnership is strengthened by the fact that Vacations To Go and Gate 1 Travel share the same goals. Providing excellent service, great value to the client, and a top-quality product are benchmarks of both of our companies." Marty Seslow, Vice President, Marketing"Vacations To Go has been an important agency partner for Intrepid Travel for many years. Together, we’ve had the pleasure of sending thousands of travelers on many locally led, and sustainable adventures. "SITA World Tours and Vacations To Go share many core ideals that make us great partners. The most important of which is our focus on providing top-notch service. One of the best ways to do this is by having a very well educated staff, and the reservations team at Vacations To Go are definitely that. Their travel consultants are extremely well versed in all the worldwide destinations that SITA World Tours offers, so give them a call when you are planning your next vacation. Whether it's touring grand Castles in Germany, a Safari in Africa, staring out over Machu Picchu in Peru, or gazing at the Taj Mahal in India, let SITA World Tours and Vacations To Go customize your trip of a lifetime." Laudie Hanou, Vice President
Cruise Lines
"Vacations to Go has been a go-to partner for Azamara Cruises since our inception. Without fail the VTG team has presented innovative ideas that centered around the customer and led to win-win solutions. Also, their service and professionalism always shines through. It's no surprise VTG has grown and served many millions of customers over the years and we look forward to continuing to serve many more curious explorers in the years to come." Carol Cabezas, President"Vacations To Go is truly an incredible organization of talented and caring individuals. They have an amazing knack for determining a vacationer's desires and identifying value and available options. Matching these together, and presenting them in a clear and personal manner, creates a satisfied and long term customer and advocate. We appreciate VTG's enthusiasm and passion for the industry, our guests, and particularly for Costa's unique Cruising Italian Style experience." Scott Knutson, Vice President, Sales and Marketing"With Expedition cruising gaining in popularity, we are very excited to have a partner like Vacations to Go. Their advisors are professional, knowledgeable and go the extra mile to make sure every guest is well taken care of. Expedition cruising is a unique experience, blending traditional cruise elements and highlighting the educational, sustainable adventure travel that we are well known for. Vacations to Go has been excellent to work with and has been instrumental in giving our brand a broader appeal with their well-traveled guests." Jeffrey Oar, President, Americas"We are proud to have had Vacations to Go as a partner for the past twenty years. Their team of cruise counselors is highly professional and provides our mutual guests with the same exceptional service and sense of caring that they receive onboard our ships. We are grateful for the their partnership and look forward to another 20 years of planning and delivering the finest cuisine at sea, exceptional destination experiences and the ultimate in small ship luxury." Frank A. Del Rio, President"Princess Cruises is all about love and this certainly applies to our partners at Vacations to Go who do such an amazing job showcasing all that our Love Boats have to offer. Their combination of extensive knowledge and experience, attention to detail and unmatched guest service every step of the way has earned Vacations to Go a well-deserved reputation for being among the best in the business. "Vacations To Go is a valued partner for Seabourn. Their professional advisors understand our unique onboard product, and consistently match Seabourn's quality and value with a clientele that is perfectly suited to us. The result is a rewarding experience for their clients and continuing growth and success for both Seabourn and Vacations To Go. That is what defines a partnership." Richard D. Meadows, President"Star Clippers is proud to call Vacations To Go one of our top producing agency partners. They completely understand our unique and authentic tall ship sailing experience. Their cruise counselors have an impressive product knowledge base and can guide consumers intelligently and with enthusiasm, creating that spark of desire to embark on our magnificent ships for their next unique adventure. We certainly look forward to a long and successful relationship with Vacations To Go." Mirell Reyes, President"Vacations To Go has been an incredibly supportive partner of Carnival's for many years. The VTG team is smart, passionate and driven, all of which have combined to make them extremely successful in what they do. We at Carnival value the excellent customer service skills and product knowledge their agents deliver and look forward to continued success together." Christine Duffy, President"We are deeply appreciative of our long-standing relationship with Vacations to Go. Our two companies share many essential values, such as a passion for serving our guests, stewarding our excellent reputations by delivering outstanding customer service, and exceeding the expectations of our guests by providing memorable ocean travel experiences. I am excited about the strong future Cunard and Vacations to Go will continue to create together." Matt Gleaves, Vice President, Commercial, Cunard, North America, and Australasia"Vacations to Go has been a fantastic partner to us at MSC Cruises throughout our North American expansion. They have a long history of innovation when it comes to selling cruises, along with an incredibly knowledgeable and responsive team. We know the Vacations to Go brand is one travelers know and trust, and we expect their scale and marketing capabilities to play an important role in MSC Cruises' continued growth." Ruben Rodriguez, President, North America"In seeking a partner who has both the expertise and the reach to find North American passengers keen to sample an authentically British cruise experience aboard the world's oldest cruise line, we have done well in our partnership with Vacations To Go. Professional, thorough and always swift to bring our offers to the US market, we especially appreciate that they devote as much energy to highlighting those differentiators which make each cruise line unique, as they do to promoting the fare." David Rousham, International Development Director"Vacations To Go shares in our mission of delivering an unrivaled experience to all their clients. We deeply value our relationship, which we have enjoyed for decades, and sincerely appreciate their entire staff's professionalism, friendliness, and positive customer service. I highly recommend the talented team at Vacations To Go. They have intimate knowledge of Regent Seven Seas Cruises position as the MOST INCLUSIVE luxury vacation in the travel industry and understand the value we bring so their clients can truly customize and enjoy a worry-free vacation with every luxury included. " Andrea DeMarco, President"Vacations To Go is one of SeaDream Yacht Club's top accounts. Their counselors are knowledgeable and have been thoroughly trained on the SeaDream Yacht Club product. You will find them very helpful and professional." Robert W. Lepisto, CTC, President"Windstar Cruises recognizes the importance of a trusted travel advisor and Vacations To Go has been a valued top travel agency partner of Windstar Cruises for many years. Their staff truly understand Windstar's unique brand of true small ship cruising whether it be on one of our iconic sailing vessels or our 212 guest all-suite ships and many of their team have taken the time to personally sail with us. They are a trusted, industry leading, professional organization who will take the time to ensure you get the best value for your Windstar Cruises vacation." John Delaney, President"For more than 40 years, Celebrity Cruises has had the incredible privilege of working with our trusted and valued partners at Vacations To Go. Time and time again, Vacations To Go has advocated for our world-class personalized services and ensured the booking experience, customer service and brand knowledge is at its finest. We are grateful for our long-standing partnership and their continued shared commitment to excellence. Thank you for connecting our guests to the world’s most amazing destinations and cultures and looking forward to another 40 years of collaboration." Laura Hodges Bethge, President"Holland America Line is honored to have Vacations To Go as not only one of our top producing retailers, but also one of our most collaborative partnerships in the industry. For more than two decades, VTG has demonstrated an exceptional ability to promote our premium brand and develop new and creative ways to bring more guests to Holland America Line. Day in and day out, VTG's dedicated team of sales professionals excels not only at delivering exceptional service but also at value-based selling to ensure that each guest has a "once in a lifetime" experience. We are grateful for the many years of mutual success and look forward to many more." Gus Antorcha, President"Vacations To Go has been one of Norwegian Cruise Line's top agency partners for many years. Their cruise counselors are professional and client-focused, and they fully understand Freestyle Cruising--our unique approach to a cruise vacation. I value Vacation To Go's unwavering dedication to Norwegian Cruise Line and look forward to continuing our strong relationship in the years to come." Andy Stuart, President"Vacations To Go is without question one of the select top sellers of luxury cruise vacations aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin. Their innovative marketing programs and high customer service delivery are the keys to their success. At Paul Gauguin Cruises, we greatly value Vacations To Go's commitment to professionalism, integrity, action and measurable results." Richard Bailey, President and Chief Executive Officer"Vacations To Go has been an incredible partner to Royal Caribbean since their start in 1984 with each year growing the number of satisfied vacationers sailing onboard our product. Vacations To Go does an incredible job of highlighting Royal Caribbean's very best values while delivering outstanding customer service both during the buying process and pre-cruise to ensure every customer has everything they need to have a vacation of a lifetime. We are very proud of our long standing partnership with Vacations To Go." Vicki Freed, Senior Vice President, Sales and Trade Support & Services"Vacations To Go has long been a highly respected and much appreciated travel partner of Silversea Cruises. The company has a tremendous reputation among their clients and their commitment to superior customer service and high client satisfaction mirrors the same principles we always strive for at Silversea. We are grateful to have their support and look forward to many more years of a mutually beneficial partnership." Mark Conroy, Managing Director, The Americas
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