Published on
January 22, 2026
Azamara Cruises has announced the winners for the 2025 Travel Partners Award. This award honors the top trading partners in North America. This award has many different categories. These awards are presented to the partners showing the most remarkable performance, in collaborating to achieve the highest standards, contributing to the success of Azamara’s cruises in the competitive market.
Due to these awards, we were able to show appreciation to the partners who helped us achieve success. These awards are a testament to the success of Azamara and the destination-immersive travel experiences offered through our trade partners.
In these awards, we are able to define the criteria for winning. In our case, the criteria for winning encompass the most relevant key performance indicators, measurable objectives, net sales, and success for the period. It was important for us to define these parameters to validate the accomplishments of our partners.
Celebrating Excellence in Travel Partnerships
For Azamara Cruises, awarding the 2025 Travel Partner Awards is a way of expressing thanks to trade partners who go above and beyond. This is part of Azamara’s commitment to strengthening travel trade partnerships and promoting positive-based service and collaboration. A travel trade partner is a professional who specializes in travel-related services and products.
The 2025 Travel Partner Awards winners came from several segments within the travel industry, including online and franchise partners and regional accounts in North America. Azamara is here to provide memorable experiences; therefore, every partner is recognized for going the extra mile in support of Azamara. From the Awards, here are the winners
Top Awards and Categories
Elite Partner of the Year: Vacations To Go
Of the many prestigious awards, Vacations To Go was honored with the highest accolade, thus receiving the Elite Partner of the Year Award. The award is conferred to a partner who has accomplished significant excellence in many aspects, sales and support, and in this case, has demonstrated a commitment to assisting Azamara in growing its clientele.
Online Partner of the Year: The Vacation Group
The Vacation Group was awarded the Online Partner of the Year for being able to create an online sales funnel and maintain high levels of customer service. The Vacation Group continues to be online to maintain a positive reputation for Azamara as the brand continues to grow.
Franchise Partner of the Year: World Travel Holdings / Cruise One Dream Vacations
World Travel Holdings, owner of Cruise One and Dream Vacations, received the Franchise Partner of the Year award. With this award, we acknowledge the role of franchise-based partners and how they have helped increase exposure for Azamara, whilst also keeping service levels and customer satisfaction high.
Host Agency of the Year: Nexion
Nexion, the prominent player in the host agency space, received the Host Agency of the Year award. Nexion’s ability to assist travel agents and provide top-level support helped Azamara grow in a number of regions.
Star Partner of the Year: Avoya Travel
For the second consecutive year, Avoya Travel is the Star Partner of the Year, which is awarded to a partner who has gone above and beyond to drive sales and provide clients with the best experiences Azamara has to offer. This recognition also shows the constant dedication Avoya has to providing excellent service to clients and nurturing partnerships.
National Account Partner of the Year: Signature Travel Network
With over 250 locations, Signature Travel Network spans the country, making it a powerhouse in the sales and support of Azamara’s goals. This partner’s influence in the industry and support of the sales and promotion of Azamara cruises is invaluable.
Strategic Partner of the Year: Expedia Cruises
The award for Strategic Partner of the Year goes to Expedia Cruises, a popular name in travel. Their efforts to incorporate Azamara’s offerings into their extensive suite of travel services helped streamline the booking process for customers.
Regional Account Winners
Beyond the primary categories, Azamara also appreciated some of the regional accounts for their success in contributing to the success of the cruise line. The following regional partners were honored in their respective regions:
Florida: Cruises and Tours Unlimited
MidAtlantic USA: Leisure Travel Enterprises
Northeast USA: Fora Travel
Eastern Canada: Expedia Cruises, Montreal
Western Canada and Pacific Northwest: Cruise Connections Canada
Southwest USA: Prestige Travel
Midwest USA: Cruise Holidays of Kansas City
Central USA: Interline Vacations
All of these regional account winners demonstrate the impact of their achievements in growing and selling while providing outstanding customer satisfaction in their respective regions. Their efforts have enabled Azamara to grow in North America.
A Strong Foundation for Future Growth
The 2025 Travel Partner Awards reinforce Azamara Cruises’ commitment to its travel partner network. Azamara acknowledges that its cruise itineraries, including ones from the Azamara Quest, are successful due to its travel partner relationships. The company sees these partnerships as more than just business relationships; they are partnerships that have elevated Azamara as a brand and positioned it as an immersive, destination-focused cruise line.
Azamara is focused on the future and will continue to support and collaborate with its trade partners. The 2025 Travel Partner Awards establish the importance of these relationships, and, for Azamara, these relationships are pivotal for its success in the cruise industry.
Anticipating Further Achievements
The success of the 2025 Travel Partner Awards was both a celebration of the past year and a reflection of the ongoing success and achievements of Azamara Cruises. Delivering exceptional and unforgettable travel experiences remains Azamara’s greatest focus. But continued success and growth are dependent upon maintaining and thriving strong partnerships in the cruise industry.
Innovation and expansion will provide an opportunity for excitement to both travelers and trade partners in the coming years. Azamara’s achievements in the past will lay the groundwork to excel in future partnerships. The winners of the past awards have set the standard for the future.
By growing and strengthening these most valued partnerships, Azamara guarantees that it’s guests will be offered the greatest services and most exceptional experiences at sea.
