Virtuoso?, Luxury Travel’s Most Prestigious Network, Recognizes AXUS Travel App with Best Specialty Partner Award
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Sheila Rice
SVP, Information Products Group
Northstar Travel Group
201.902.2108
srice@ntmllc.com
Rutherford, New Jersey – August 21, 2024 – Northstar Travel Group proudly announces that AXUS Travel App, its premier itinerary building and collaboration system for travel planners, DMCs, and tour operators, has been recognized with a 2024 Virtuoso? Global Award as the network’s Best Specialty Partner during the 36th annual Virtuoso Travel Week, which took place August 10-16 in Las Vegas.?
Virtuoso is the leading global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, and AXUS was honored among the network’s most esteemed travel agencies, advisors, and preferred partners, who set the standard in their given category. Nominations for the coveted Virtuoso Global Awards came from a survey of the Virtuoso network, and elected members of Virtuoso’s various Boards and Committees voted to determine the winners. AXUS Travel App was recognized for its exceptional service focused on areas vital to the success of a trip, in a broad category that included not only itinerary builders and travel apps, but also insurance, auto rental, and private jet services.
“To be recognized as exceptional by your peers, people with whom you’ve built lasting personal and professional relationships and who collectively represent the best in this industry, is a great honor,” said Matthew D. Upchurch, Chairman and CEO of Virtuoso. “These Virtuoso Awards honor those who consistently elevate the world of luxury travel through trusted relationships, exemplary service and offerings. AXUS represents not only the best of the best, but also something that is foundational to this network, which is the ability to build something together that is greater than we could do on our own.”
“The AXUS team has remained dedicated to providing unparalleled support and maintaining the highest standards of excellence for our partners, clients, and their respective travelers. This recognition as the Best Specialty Partner by Virtuoso is a reflection of their hard work and the high standards we uphold at Northstar Travel Group," said Sheila Rice, Senior Vice President of Information Products for Northstar Travel Group.
Reflecting on the achievement, Greg Wilshire, Senior Business Development Director for AXUS Travel App, remarked, "As we near our 10-year milestone, we are thrilled to receive this recognition from Virtuoso, which underscores our commitment to excellence and the trusted relationships we’ve built within the luxury travel industry."
About Virtuoso?
Virtuoso? is the leading global travel agency network specializing in luxury and experiential travel. This by-invitation-only organization comprises over 1,200 travel agency locations with more than 20,000 travel advisors in 58 countries throughout North America, Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. Drawing upon its preferred relationships with 2,300 of the world’s best hotels and resorts, cruise lines, airlines, tour companies and premier destinations, the network provides its upscale clientele with exclusive amenities, rare experiences and privileged access. Normalized annual sales of (U.S.) $35 billion make Virtuoso a powerhouse in the luxury travel industry. For more information, visit www.virtuoso.com.?
About AXUS
AXUS is the leading itinerary management software designed for travel advisors, tour operators, and destination management companies. With its intuitive platform, AXUS enables users to create, manage, and deliver detailed itineraries, enhancing the travel planning process and improving client satisfaction. AXUS is a product of Northstar Travel Group, a global leader in business-to-business information and marketing solutions for the travel and hospitality industry.
About Northstar Travel Group
Northstar Travel Group is the leading B-to-B media company providing information and marketing solutions for the global travel industry. The company owns 14 media brands connecting 1.4m industry professionals through a comprehensive portfolio of digital, social, print and more than 100 events in 13 countries. Northstar Travel Group is owned by EagleTree Capital. Northstar Travel Group is based in Rutherford, NJ, and more information is available at?northstartravelgroup.com.