Travel Alliance Partners, LLC (TAP), announced that it will be collaborating with Costa Cruise Lines, an Italian company based in Genoa, Italy and member of World’s Leading Cruise Lines. Costa sails a total of 12 ships operating in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Baltic Sea, the Caribbean, South America, the United Arab Emirates, the Far East and the Indian Ocean. TAP is comprised of 32 tour operators operating in the United States and Canada.
The collaboration is a key addition in TAP already impressive portfolio of partnerships. By collaborating with this award winning company, TAP is taking another step forward in developing dynamic travel options for the fast-paced market. Once again, TAP has developed a partnership with a like-minded organization to reflect TAP and Costa’s mutual commitment to quality, value and service.
“The partnership focuses on moving market-share while providing an exceptional travel experience for TAP operators multitude of clients. Costa is a respected brand, consistently providing top-notch service throughout the world. Partnerships like this move us forward in the industry” stated Serge Talbot, President of TAP and Talbot Tours “Having a global brand like Costa enables us to provide service to another unique niche. Costa has wonderful niche products this helps TAP develop new markets.”
TAP has several exclusive dates scheduled with Costa Cruise Lines to help TAP operators focus on the Costa experience. Michael Ottenfeld, Sales Development Manager for Costa Cruise Lines states “Travel Alliance Partners influence in the marketplace combined with Costa’s exceptional cruise product is a “win-win’ for both organizations. We are excited about our partnership and look forward to growing it in the future. Next year, we hope to expand out program to European Cruises as well”.
In 2008/2009 the primary product launch focuses on the Caribbean, a long-time favorite and best seller among tour operators. TAP will continue to explore opportunities with Costa and deliver exceptional product to it’s client base.
Theodore Koumelis - Tuesday, April 29, 2008