Virtuoso®, the leading global network specializing in luxury and experiential travel, proudly recognises Mark Spurway of MTA – Mobile Travel Agents in Sydney as a 2025 Virtuoso Cruise Icon, a distinctive honour for advisors whose sales performance excels within the industry. Spurway joins an elite group of 185 advisors across 13 countries worldwide, each having
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Dynamic Duos: MTA Advisors and their Executive Assistants making magic happen
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Feb
Feb
Dynamic Duos: MTA Advisors and their Executive Assistants making magic happen Success in travel isn’t just about expertise—it’s about the right support. For MTA Platinum Elite advisor Wendy Summerlin, working with MTA Executive Assistant Julia Bond has transformed her business, streamlining operations and enhancing work-life balance. For MTA advisors, success is more than expertise in travel—it’s about
Business, Cruise, Family, Groups, Holidays, Home Page News, Luxury, Uncategorized
Celebrating 25 years of MTA-Mobile Travel Agents
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Feb
Feb
MTA – Mobile Travel Agents celebrates 25th anniversary today: Founders Karen & Roy Merricks interview Once dismissed as “hobbyists”, MTA – Mobile Travel Agents has proven the doubters spectacularly wrong. As the company celebrates its 25th anniversary (today, to be precise), a significant number of its advisors are earning well into the six figures, with
Cruise, Holidays, Home Page News, Honeymoon, Uncategorized
Celebrity Cruises to join river cruise market
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Jan
Celebrity Cruises has unveiled its latest venture: Celebrity River Cruises, a luxury river cruise line, building on its reputation as a leading premium ocean cruise line. With plans to enter the lucrative river cruise market, the company has already commissioned ten new ships. While details about ship design, staterooms, itineraries, shore excursions, and pricing remain
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Dec
Dec
Karen Merricks, MTA Co-Founder and Managing Director, has been recognised as one of the 2024 Most Powerful Women in Travel, earning the #14 spot on this highly regarded list. This acknowledgment highlights Karen’s outstanding contributions to the travel industry. Her unwavering commitment to innovation, leadership, and empowering advisors within MTA has set new benchmarks for
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Nov
Nov
Australians planning to visit the UK from January 2025 will need to apply for the country’s new Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) in advance of their trip. The ETA is a digital visa-waiver system, similar to the USA’s ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization), designed primarily for tourism and business travel and does not replace a
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Adventure awaits: the thrill of expedition cruising
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Oct
Oct
Adventure awaits: the thrill of expedition cruising For the intrepid traveller, expedition cruising offers the ultimate adventure. Unlike traditional cruises, which focus on popular destinations and onboard entertainment, expedition cruises take you to remote and untouched corners of the world. From the icy landscapes of Antarctica to the rugged coastlines of the Arctic, these cruises
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Chart your course: picking the perfect cruise itinerary
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Oct
Oct
Introduction: the importance of choosing the right cruise itinerary Choosing the right cruise itinerary can make all the difference in your travel experience. With so many destinations and routes available, it’s essential to find one that matches your interests and travel style. Whether you’re seeking a sun-soaked Caribbean escape, a cultural immersion in the Mediterranean,
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Oct
Oct
Preparing for your first cruise Packing for your first cruise can be both exciting and daunting. With limited space in your cabin and a variety of activities on board and ashore, it’s important to pack smartly. Whether you’re cruising through the tropics or exploring the fjords, having the right essentials will ensure you’re prepared for
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Oct
Oct
Sustainability is becoming a priority in the cruise industry, with more options for eco-conscious travellers than ever before. Our new e-book, “Sustainable Cruising: How to Travel Responsibly by River, Ocean, Luxury, and Expedition Cruises”, covers everything you need to know about cruising responsibly. What’s Inside the E-book? Understanding the Environmental Impact of Cruising Learn