July 11, 2012
A Sale travel agency has made the finals for Australia’s most prestigious travel awards.
Flying Colours Travel, Sale, is one of five finalists from across Australia for the Best Travel Agency Retail- Single in the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) 2012 National Travel Industry Awards.
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester commended owner Jacqui Ingram and her team for their efforts to see the business expand during what have been tough times for the travel industry.
The awards recognise the best of the best in the Australian travel industry and acknowledge superior customer service.
Mrs Ingram made a presentation to the judging panel in Sydney last month. She and four of her full-time employees will return to Sydney on July 21 where the winner will be announced at a Gala Dinner at the Grand Ballroom of the Westin Hotel.
Mrs Ingram said making the finals of the AFTA awards was a testament to her staff, who work hard to provide high quality service.
“We pride ourselves on our attention to detail to make sure that our clients experience their dream holiday,” Mrs Ingram said.
“Being recognised as a finalist in the AFTA awards promotes us locally and within the travel industry as a leading agency and shows we are committed to providing the best service possible.
“We look forward to continuing to grow our business and our knowledge to assist our clients with their travel needs as well as ensuring we are up-to-date with the latest trends in travel.”
Mr Chester has been urging Gippslanders to shop locally and utilise local services as part of his ‘Putting Locals First’ campaign.
He said the success of Flying Colours Travel was another example of how people can shop locally and still get the best deals and quality service.
“It is great to have Jacqui and the team proving that regional businesses can match it the best,” Mr Chester said.
“There is no need to travel out of our region to get the best deal – you can get it right here in Gippsland.”