ACV’s “Simply the Best” awards taking place virtually on June 25

Air Canada Vacations’ third annual “Simply the Best Awards” are set to take place virtually on June 25, 2025.

Launched in 2023, ACV@Home is a program created by Air Canada Vacations to recognize the outstanding contributions and achievements of independent travel advisors within the ACV@Home program. The program provides a complete range of resources including innovative tools, expert training, and a strong support network to help advisors succeed remotely.

Since its launch, ACV@Home has become a cornerstone of success and empowerment for travel advisors across the country. It has encouraged resilience, growth, and adaptability among its members. The “Simply the Best Awards” proudly shines a spotlight on the excellence and entrepreneurial spirit of travel professionals.

“We’re incredibly proud of the innovation and dedication shown by our independent travel advisors,” said Erminia Gallina, director of sales at Air Canada Vacations. “This year is extra special as Air Canada Vacations celebrates its 50th anniversary. To mark the occasion, a special announcement will be made live during the event.”

The event will be hosted by Marigold Frontuna, general manager of sales, alongside Andrea Arkell and Tina Kensett, key account managers for independent advisors for ACV@Home. The celebration will include fun games, exciting prizes, and, most importantly, well-deserved recognition. Advisors will be awarded in the following categories and much more:

• Top Diversified Sales – Recognizing those selling across Air Canada Vacations’ Sun, Europe, USA, Cruise, and ePackage offerings.
• Top Group Awards – Honouring top-producing group agents across all six partner networks.
• Top Overall Sales – Highlighting the highest performing agents, with the Gold winner receiving two air seats to any Air Canada Vacations Sun destination.
• Rising Star – Celebrating those who have shown significant growth year-over-year.

These awards highlight exceptional agents within host agencies including: TravelOnly, Trevello, Centre Holiday, Fareconnect, Envoyage, Go Travel, Go With Hippo, Nexion, Onvigo, TTAND and Transat@home.