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Traveltek has entered a strategic partnership with Digitaltravel.io to roll out an innovative consortia solution for cruise websites. The two companies already collaborate on bespoke app and website solutions to over 40 leading travel partners. These include Celestyal Cruises, Imagine Cruising and Flight Centre. This new initiative takes the partnership to a new level targeting the host agency market in the US and consortia members across the globe. The platform, built by Digitaltravel.io, utilises GraphQL API and headless CMS technology. This works in combination with Traveltek’s Cruise API & newly launched product ‘Agent Connect’ platform as well as the existing iSell solution. The platform delivers a cost-effective solution for travel agents, starting from $200pm for a fully bookable customer facing cruise website for members of industry groups. The white label is customisable to match the branding of the travel partner and features the cruise lines of their choice. The collaboration speeds up the time to market for deployment of the website to just days for Traveltek clients. The platform is scalable for consortia groups. Cressida Sergeant CCO, of Traveltek said “We see a massive demand for this type of product capability with enquires already from the Americas, Australia and the UK.” "The alliance with digitaltravel.io makes perfect sense for us, widening our product offering in the market.”. “Providing this scalable 'self-managed' consortia platform for Traveltek adds additional depth to our partnership as we grow our market presence,” said Peter Whittle, CEO at Digitaltravel.io.

  Traveltek is delighted to announce their partnership with Cruise Planners following the announcement of Sabre exiting the cruise market in October 2023.   Cruise Planners, a longstanding Sabre customer, has signed a partnership agreement with Traveltek to power their cruise solution for their agents across the USA.   Cruise Planners is the nation’s premiere travel franchise network, with over 2500+ franchise owners in all 50 states and has been operating since 1994. Cruise Planners franchise owners own and operate their own travel agency business and earn money helping clients plan amazing travel experiences such as cruises, land tours, and all-inclusive resort vacations.   Over the last 25 years, Traveltek has developed technology which enables leisure travel companies to package together an extensive range of hotels, flights, cruises, and ancillary travel services in one seamless transaction globally.   Cruise Planners franchises will benefit from access to over 30,000 integrated itineraries across all major ocean and river cruise lines and exclusive deals from thirty cruise lines around the world in a single aggregated Cruise API.   “When we were looking at partners to work with, Traveltek was the clear choice. Their years of experience and commitment to delivering a world-class product, made our decision easy.” said Brian Shultz, Chief Information Officer of Cruise Planners.   “We are delighted to partner with Cruise Planners. I first met with the team in Coral Springs in February 2023, and it was great meeting a team who are clearly passionate about driving innovation and efficiency to their agents. I am really looking forward to collaborating with the team closer as we commence our partnership” - Rebecca Esterhuizen SVP - North America Traveltek

  Traveltek’s Cruise API and agent desktop solution iSell, will enable Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) agents globally to drive their ambitious Cruise growth plans through Traveltek’s award winning and market leading technology. This product will drive growth across all the major ocean and river cruise lines for Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) globally as part of a newly signed agreement.   Traveltek and FCTG have partnered in the APAC region for over 14 years and recently signed an extended Global contract which will now see Traveltek power Cruise globally for the company’s leisure businesses in North America, Canada the UK and South Africa as well as continuing to support the leisure businesses in Australia and New Zealand.  Flight Centre’s cruise agents will benefit from access to exclusive deals from 30 cruise lines around the world in a single aggregated Cruise API and utilise iSell. FCTG agents will also be able to access Traveltek’s new Agent Connect product coming to the market next month for US based agents who chose this option.   Signed in August 2023, Traveltek’s Cruise solution will help FCTG take advantage of the immense potential in the Global Cruise market for further growth. FCTG will also benefit from the enhanced product investments that Traveltek are currently making and will utilise the new Connect suite of products as they become available across Global markets.   Traveltek’s, Chief Commercial Officer, Cressida Sergeant commented: “We are thrilled to be a part of the next significant growth chapter for FCTG’s Cruise division and look forward to working closely with them to deliver against their ambitious targets and tap into the new to Cruise market which clearly exists. It has been a pleasure to work with the team in Australia and NZ for the last 14 years and we look forward to supporting Flight Centre grow its Cruise business in other markets, especially North America, where we have seen real demand for Cruise technology. We continue to heavily invest in our Cruise technology and look forward to further success with our Flight Centre partnership”

Travel tech provider Traveltek has inked a new global partnership with Flight Centre Travel Group. Agents can access Traveltek’s Cruise API to boost bookings. The product will drive growth across all major ocean and river cruise lines for FCTG globally. Traveltek and FCTG have partnered in the Asia Pacific region for over 14 years They recently signed an extended global contract whereby Traveltek will power cruise business in North America, Canada the UK and South Africa. It continues to support the leisure businesses in Australia and New Zealand. Flight Centre’s cruise agents benefit from access to exclusive deals from 30 cruise lines in a single aggregated Cruise API and utilise iSell. FCTG agents will also be able to access Traveltek’s new Agent Connect product coming to the market next month for US based agents. Traveltek CCO, Cressida Sergeant said: “We are thrilled to be a part of the next significant growth chapter for FCTG’s Cruise division.” “We look forward to working to deliver against their ambitious targets and tap into the new to cruise market.”

Disney Cruise Line is now available to Traveltek travel agent partners via its cruise API. It’s available to book via iSell in their agent cruise desktop application. DCL has worked with Traveltek to provide their cruise inventory to all of Traveltek’s customers in major global markets. These include the UK, US, APAC and LATAM regions. This product will be available in the current Traveltek single aggregated API, which means customers can easily get access. It can easily be packaged with hotel and air. Later this year Disney sails from Australian and New Zealand for the first time, offering new itineraries aboard the Disney Wonder.  They range from two to six nights from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane as well as Auckland, New Zealand. Disney will also base a ship in Singapore in the future. “It’s been a real pleasure to work with the team at Disney to bring this iconic brand to our customers,” said Tracy Sharp, Global Head of Revenue & Supply.

Traveltek has sealed a partnership with Travel Syndication Technology (TST LLC). It follows the announcement of Sabre exiting the cruise market in October 2023. TST LLC, a longstanding Sabre customer, signed a partnership agreement with Traveltek to power their cruise solution for agents across North America. TST LLC focuses on travel technology solutions for their agent partners to improve look-to-book ratios and revenue. It provides off-the-shelf or custom solutions for travel agencies, consolidators, and member organizations for air, car rentals, hotel, cruise and tour packages Over the last 22 years, Traveltek has developed tech solutions enabling leisure travel companies to package travel into in a single transaction. TST LLCs customers will benefit from access to over 30,000 integrated itineraries across all major ocean and river cruise lines in a single aggregated Cruise API. “We believe that TravelTek's API will help us streamline our shopping and booking process and provide our customers with a more efficient travel experience,” said Tarak Reddy, COO, TST. UK based Traveltek operates worldwide with offices in the US, United Kingdom and India.

 

Traveltek are set for a record-breaking year in 2023 as they launch Cruise Connect and invest heavily in the US market with a new country leader

  Traveltek, the Cruise connectivity and travel software experts are delighted to announce the appointment of Rebecca Esterhuizen to Senior Vice President North America. Having served with the business for 6 years and previously spearheaded growth for APAC, before relocating to Toronto in November.   Esterhuizen started her career at Flight Centre in the finance team, before moving to Traveltek and has progressed through the ranks to run the APAC region for the last 3 years, being instrumental in managing key partnerships including the Global flight Centre relationship and overseeing significant growth with the innovative business Ignite and other major players in the APAC market.   Traveltek is gearing up for a solid year of growth and innovation after an extremely successful 2022. In 2022 Traveltek won ‘Best Technology provider’ at the prestigious Travel Weekly Globe Awards in London and ‘Best Technology Team’ at the Travolution awards in London, 9 months later. Traveltek announced their rebrand at World Travel market before jetting to Phocuswright a week later to announce a new partnership with Sabre. Traveltek will power Sabre’s cruise solution when Sabre exits the Cruise market in October 2023. This product will be Traveltek’s new look Cruise Connect, a Graph QL Cruise API and Agent Connect product, a cruise desktop solution.   Commented on the recent successes and her new role, Esterhuizen said  “I’m delighted to have the opportunity to spearhead Traveltek’s growth in the largest global Cruise market. I’m excited to work with all our existing partners in the North America region and to continue our close relationship with Sabre. With our new products coming to the market in 2023, its certainly set to be an exciting year”   Over the last 20 years, Traveltek has developed technology which enables leisure travel companies to package together an extensive range of hotels, flights, cruises and ancillary travel services in one seamless transaction globally. Traveltek over the last 5 years has dominated the UK sector working with a large number of consortia and leading retail brands and they are now keen to continue that success in North America.  “We have seen significant success in the US market in the last 3 years through our partnerships with Jetblue, Hotelbeds, Incruises, and passport online to name a few. We are excited to partner with Sabre and having Rebecca in region to manage this growth is incredible for our customers with her experience and knowledge, I’m sure she will excel in this new role” commented Cressida Sergeant, Chief Commercial Officer at Traveltek.

Cruise connectivity and travel software firm Traveltek has named Rebecca Esterhuizen as North America SVP. Esterhuizen has been with the business for six years and previously spearheaded growth for the APAC region. She started her career at Flight Centre in the finance team, before moving to Traveltek. Traveltek is gearing up for a solid year of growth after a successful 2022. Traveltek announced their rebrand at World Travel market and a new partnership with Sabre. Traveltek will power Sabre’s cruise solution. This product will be Traveltek’s new look Cruise Connect, a Graph QL Cruise API and Agent Connect product, a cruise desktop solution. Esterhuizen said, “I’m delighted to spearhead Traveltek’s growth in the largest global cruise market. I’m excited to work with all our existing partners in the North America region”

Hurtigruten has partnered with Traveltek, making Expedition and Coastal Express sailings available to book on Traveltek's iSell platform.  Over the last 20 years, Traveltek has developed technology enabling leisure travel companies to package hotels, flights, cruises, and ancillary travel services in one transaction. Traveltek has added a large number of consortia and leading retail brands in the UK market who are moving into selling cruise to new-to-cruise customers those looking for small-ship adventures. Hurtigruten's Head of UK Sales Mark Walter said: "Traveltek is a highly recognised reservation system that many trade partners use daily.” “The ability to now view, quote and book Hurtigruten is a major milestone for us." Agents can now access Hurtigruten's Norwegian Coastal Express live pricing and book on one of sseven ships sailing year-round. In addition, agents can book two new offerings, the Svalbard Express and North Cape Express. The Svalbard Express will launch on June 3, 2023, just one month ahead of the company's 130-year anniversary, while the first North Cape Express will depart on September 26, 2023. This latest development will also help customers in all global markets including the US market where Traveltek has seen significant growth in the last three years.

  We are excited to announce that Virgin Voyages will be available for bookings on Traveltek’s iSell platform.   In this partnership, Traveltek customers using the iSell system will be able to access and book Virgin Voyages ‘Elegant Design + A Touch of Luxury’ - Offering a superyacht aesthetic with award-winning spaces.   Over the last 20 years, Traveltek has developed technology which enables leisure travel companies to package together an extensive range of hotels, flights, cruises, and ancillary travel services in one seamless transaction globally. Traveltek over the last 5 years has dominated the UK sector working with a large number of consortia and leading retail brands who are moving into selling cruise to new-to-cruise and those looking for a boutique hotel at sea. This latest development will also help customers in all global markets including the US market where Traveltek has seen significant success in the last 3 years with growth.

 

iSell customers will now be able to source their own rates from hotels & channel managers directly through this new relationship

  Fastpayhotels, the B2B accommodation supplier, announced today the launch of a new partnership with Traveltek. In this partnership, Traveltek customers using the iSell system will be able to access Fastpayhotels´ 40,000 direct dynamic rate accommodation contracts around the world.   Additionally, after much demand from existing customers, Traveltek and Fastpayhotels have also developed a way for iSell customers to negotiate, sign and manage their own rates and deals with hotels around the world using the Fastpayhotels - TravelTek connection called By Invitation Only (BIO).   ¨Having shed our focus on non-refundable rates over 3 years ago now, the business has been busy delivering a Next Generation tech platform so that travel agents can access dynamic rates in our hotels and vacation rentals in over 120 countries.¨ said Alex Gisbert, CEO of Fastpayhotels , ¨We are excited now also to be partnering with Traveltek to allow travel agents to use our By Invitation Only (BIO) business model to also sign their own deals with hotels with dynamic or static rates.”   Over the last 20 years, Traveltek has developed technology which enables leisure travel companies to package together an extensive range of hotels, flights, cruises and ancillary travel services in one seamless transaction globally. Traveltek over the last 5 years has dominated the UK sector working with a large number of consortia and leading retail brands who are all now asking for more choice with their hotel supply. This latest development will also help customers in all global markets including the US market where Traveltek has seen significant success in the last 3 years with growth.   ¨Traveltek has a solid history of tech innovation in the UK and more recently across the globe. This partnership with Fastpayhotels enables our customers to be able connect to most hotel chains in the world, with an cost effective business model often cheaper than doing it themselves. ¨ Said Mal Barritt, CEO of Traveltek. ¨Fastpayhotels has demonstrated the technical agility to bring global chains, channel managers, vacation rentals, content APIs and hotel confirmation numbers into one platform. This will be an exciting time for iSell customers as they look to ramp up their supply of dynamic rates and improve lates availability directly using By Invitation¨   This unique partnership will immediately bring connections such as Derbysoft, Dingus or Siteminder to iSell customers as well as allowing any iSell customers to be able to offer Fastpayhotels´ 40,000 own stock hotels including flexible, promotional and package rates.

  Traveltek's strategic partnership with Digital Travel Marketing Group (DTMG) to develop Web & App solutions for clients utilising its powerful Cruise packaging API has delivered some significant early wins in 2022. The teams have collaborated by rolling out a number of joint cruise projects online in Europe with leading Cruise agents in Denmark, Holland , Switzerland and Ireland.   Traveltek, the global leading provider of aggregated cruise content with its Cruise API product provides access to over 30,000 itineraries,  access to pricing, deck plans, images and brochure content in multiple languages & currencies . In addition, this content includes integrated live end-to-end booking journeys for 30+ cruise lines.   DTMG, a growth stage digital agency based in Liverpool, UK has harnessed the power of the traveltek api and delivered Cruise packaging websites, offering unique Cruise+Flight+Hotel flexi packages in Dutch, German , French, Danish & of English language websites for european clients.   Leading european online cruise agents Tui owned Cruisetour.ch based in Zurich , CaptainCruise.nl in Rotterdam , Krydstogteksperten.dk in Denmark & cruiseparadise.ie in Ireland are the latest rollouts with plenty more in the pipeline.   Tom Britton, Managing Director at Cruise Paradise said “ Working with Traveltek & DTMG was the ideal partnership to deliver our new look site. Traveltek has always been ahead of the curve providing bookable cruise content with euro pricing, but DTMG have taken the web design to the next level. I’m very happy with the new design and usability of the DTMG built site, who engaged professionally with us throughout the process and delivered on time.”   Cressida Sergeant, Chief Commercial Officer at Traveltek commented “As the post pandemic cruise bounce back kicks in across europe we are seeing more and more agents invest in their online presence, making sure its fits for purpose for the bounce back , combining the power of our market leading cruise api with the boutique digital agency skills of DTMG is delivering a really valuable proposition for our clients.”   Peter Whittle , CEO & Co-Founder of DTMG added “The DTMG partnership with Traveltek offers the best of all worlds for cruise agents, accessing to the most powerful cruise dynamic packaging platform available while offering the opportunity to provide a bespoke website & app proposition unique to their brand for their clients. It’s proving to be the solution of choice for a number of agents around europe and indeed worldwide.”