NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ovation
Travel Group, one of the largest independently owned travel
management companies headquartered in the U.S., is celebrating two
of its most revered veteran travel advisors, Marcella Rappoport and Judy Stein, both of whom are featured in the
18th Annual A-List of Top Travel Advisors by Travel + Leisure.
Rappoport has been singled out for her extensive expertise in
intimate cruise options aboard smaller ships, while Stein, who was
recently named to the travel publication's Travel Advisory Board,
is cited for her team's global connections, tenacity and ability to
open doors. This year's A-List was formally revealed in the
September 2019 issue of Travel +
Leisure.
"On behalf of everyone at Ovation Travel Group, I am proud to
congratulate both Marcella Rappoport
and Judy Stein on once again being
featured on Travel + Leisure's prestigious A-List," exclaimed
Paul Metselaar, CEO and Chairman of
Ovation Travel Group. "Given the stellar service and extraordinary
expertise required to be considered for this honor, Marcella and
Judy have repeatedly demonstrated what it takes to be the 'best of
the best.' Their clients have peace of mind that they are in
exceptionally good hands."
Travel + Leisure describes its 2019 A-List as follows:
- Working with a travel advisor comes with all sorts of benefits.
Not only do these professionals eliminate the stress of planning by
dealing with all of the details (visa requirements, bookings, etc.)
but they also provide incredible insight and unparalleled access
that gives you value you couldn't get any other way. Whether it's a
private dinner at the foot of the Pyramids at Giza, an exclusive
nighttime visit to Beijing's
Temple of Heaven, or a dance lesson with a Cuban rumba master, a
seasoned advisor can help turn your next vacation into the
experience of a lifetime. In Travel + Leisure's 18th annual A-List,
we showcase our picks of the 123 top agents and tour operators in
the business.
In describing Ovation advisor Marcella
Rappoport's high level of expertise for the category of
"Small- and Mid-Size Cruise Ship Specialist," Travel + Leisure
extols her virtues as an advisor:
- Any time a new luxury ship debuts, Rappoport is one of the
first on board. As a cruising expert, she's dedicated to
researching the best experiences for her clients, and takes at
least 5 cruises every year to experience the industry's hottest
offerings and stay up to date on old favorites.
- Rappoport is also known for going the extra mile – she'll
secure coveted staterooms on sold-out ships. Her relationships with
top management allow her to customize itineraries with experiences
like dinner with the captain and welcome baskets filled with
flowers and champagne. Extending clients' journeys to include
unforgettable pre-and post-cruise experiences is just part of the
icing on the cake for Rappaport.
Travel + Leisure portrays Ovation advisor Judy Stein of The Stein Collective by
noting:
- As founder and president of The Stein Collective, an affiliate
of Ovation, Judy Stein possesses
years of experience within the industry. She's a door opener with a
team that's well-versed in the culinary world. They keep their
finger on the pulse of restaurant openings from Paris to Bangkok, and often manage to secure
reservations at restaurants that are fully booked. The best example
of her team's incredible pull? They once convinced a chef to open
his Michelin-starred restaurant for guests on a day it was
typically closed.
"What makes Marcella and Judy so unique in the realm of travel
counseling where they are truly the crème-de-la-crème among
hundreds of thousands of travel professionals is not only their
level of knowledge and care, but especially their tenacity fused
with an overriding passion to consistently deliver unforgettable
memories to each client," Metselaar noted. "As Ovation celebrates
its 35th anniversary this year, these two are symbols of the
excellence our brand always seeks to represent, and allows us to
confidently tell our clients that we are 'your trusted travel
partner.'"
For counsel and assistance with luxury vacations globally,
travelers are invited to tap into the expertise of Ovation Travel
Group's experienced advisors by calling 800.977.5893 or emailing
vacations@ovationtravel.com. Ovation's luxury leisure travel
division is also inviting independent advisors to learn how to
qualify for its program by visiting
https://www.ovationtravel.com/become-an-independent.
About Ovation
Ovation Travel Group, whose flagship brand, Lawyers Travel, began
operations almost 35 years ago, is one of the largest independently
owned travel companies headquartered in the U.S. Ovation is a
$1.4 billion travel company with
travel consultants in more than 30 locations throughout
the United States and the
United Kingdom. Ovation is
committed to providing exceptional service and unforgettable luxury
leisure travel experiences for its clientele. Its trusted advisors
act as a one-stop shop source for the best value and candid,
personalized advice. From traditional getaways to exotic
adventures, Ovation's leisure travel consultants develop the right
vacation experiences for its clients year-round. For more
information, please visit https://www.ovationtravel.com.
SOURCE Ovation Travel Group