Hospitality Awards 2019

Page 78 www.lux-review.com LUXlife 2019 Global Hospitality Awards Family-owned and operated since its inception in 1985, Odyssey Travel prides itself on offering the quality service that its clients expect. With offices in Ormond Beach, Jacksonville and one opening in November in Viera, the firm has retail locations all along the Florida East Coast, but boasts happy customers from all around the world. As a member of Virtuoso, the world’s oldest and most prestigious leisure travel association, Odyssey Travel enjoys special relationships with many luxury travel suppliers, giving its clients incredible values and truly unique days, filled with options such as private tours, creative arrangements and personal attention that no one else can offer. Less than 1% of America’s agencies are accepted for Virtuoso’s by-invitation-only membership, and select agencies thrive by offering their clients extensive knowledge, wide-ranging experience and individualized travel opportunities around the globe. As such, Odyssey Travel is proud to be part of this elite group and allows its clients to reap the benefits. From complimentary upgrades and exclusive amenities to special recognition and privileged access, the firm’s team of specialists can help their clients to plan a lifetime of extraordinary trips. Committed to crafting once- in-a-lifetime itinerates and unforgettable experiences, Odyssey Travel is a luxury travel expert. We profile the firm company to learn more about how it came to win one of 2019’s prestigious Hospitality Awards. Odyssey Travel: Best Luxury Cruise Operator 2019 - Florida These Luxury Travel Advisors have the necessary experience to assist clients with their individual, corporate, family or group travel bookings including air, hotels, meeting locations, cruises, employee incentives, adventure travel and tour packages. Every client receives the same exceptional standard of service and support to curate their perfect trip and take the hassle out of the planning stage so they can get on and enjoy the experience. Every staff member wants to make the travel experience the ultimate in luxury for their esteemed clients. When clients visit one of Odyssey Travel’s offices their first impression is always of a professional work environment with staff that are friendly and kind. The offices are well decorated with each travel advisor having their own private office. Each client deserves to have a private conversation where they can make their personal feelings known in a comfortable and discreet space. Ultimately, Odyssey Travel believes that travel is one of life’s greatest values, perhaps the ultimate investment, because the return is priceless. As such, it is the team’s mission to provide clients with exceptional travel experiences, by offering them incomparable A-level service. This will remain central to the firm’s approach as it expands and welcomes its newest office in Viera Florida into the fold. Company: Odyssey Travel Name: John Upchurch Address: 146 S. A1A, Ormond Beach, FL Telephone Number: 386-672-8113 Web Address: Odysseytravel.com Jacksonville Ormond Beach Odyssey Travel, Co-Owners John and Karen Upchurch Karen Upchurch in Mongolia