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AFTA National Travel Industry Awards

Monday 12 July 2010 | Category: Industry

World Travel Professionals Recognised With 2 Awards For 2010

Saturday 10th July saw the triumph of World Travel Professionals at the prestigious AFTA 2010 National Travel Industry Awards. The ballroom of the Sydney Westin Hotel was abuzz, as more than 950 Gala Dinner attendees, awaited the announcement of the industry award winners. 

World Travel Professionals again claimed 2 awards: 

  • Best Travel Consultant - Corporate - Carol Chapman, World Travel Professionals
  • Best Travel Agency Corporate - Multi Location - World Travel Professionals

With a business ethos that seeks to build innovation, execute the highest service standards and management processes, whilst maintaining quality relationships, World Travel Professionals have developed an industry recognised formula for success. Their continued growth within the corporate sector is evidence of their commitment to providing holistic travel solutions. Whilst the recognition of Corporate Travel Consultant, Carol Chapman speaks to Carol's excellence in her role, her first class working environment and the ongoing staff support provided by the agency - the award is an outstanding recognition for all staff.

In accepting the award, Managing Director Michael Chase-Smith thanked the Australian Federation of Travel Agents and the Industry Suppliers that supported their nomination. The most important praise was however directed at the World Travel Professionals staff when he finished the acceptance speech by saying;

"This award is dedicated to Lisa Story and our Management Team at table 35 who with their teams continue to provide commitment, dedication, passion and excellence every single day and that is what has made World Travel Professionals successful and why we are winners tonight."

The 2010 awards add to their previous successes, and now totals an unprecedented 7 National Travel Industry Awards in the last 5 years. 

World Travel Professionals have truly come into their own, as one of the few travel management companies in Australia to provide total travel management solutions. Backed by platform of propriety and industry leading technology, the business thrives on their offering of tailored corporate, holiday and luxury travel solutions, plus conference and event management. 

Established in 1994, World Travel Professionals continue to grow their position as one of Australia’s most successful independent travel management companies. The company is managed Australia wide from its Gold Coast office, by Directors Michael Chase-Smith and Lisa Story. The Gold Coast based business, now boasts a total of 4 offices, including offices in Brisbane, Sydney and Perth and employs over 60 staff.

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