[Silver Creek], [November 20] – Local travel professional, Rose Ann Falcone from THRU THE GRAPEVINE TRAVEL has recently completed the Master Cruise Counsellor program with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), the official trade organization of the North American cruise industry.

This comprehensive program provides agents with essential cruise product knowledge and sales skills. Agents earn credits upon completion of course exams, ship inspections and cruise experience.

Thru The Grapevine Travel is one of nearly 16,000 travel agencies and agents affiliated with CLIA, which provides high-quality cruise sales and marketing related educational programs to its affiliates, and keeps travel agents informed of the latest information about the cruise
industry. Thru The Grapevine Travel is the only local agency with a Master Cruise Counsellor on staff according to CLIA’s official website, www.cruising.org. According to CLIA statistics, the overwhelming majority of travelers, about 90%, book their cruise through a travel agency, and for good reason. Travel agents understand the products they recommend and excel in finding the perfect cruise to match their clients’ needs, lifestyle and budget.

CLIA’s Master Certified Cruise Counsellors are the cruise industry’s premiere travel agents and can arrange all of your vacation needs while providing the greatest service and value for your vacation dollar.

For more information about cruise lines, ships, itineraries and worldwide cruise destinations, visit Thru The Grapevine Travel at www.thruthegrapevinetravel.com. Or, call today at 934-2518 to speak with Rose Ann, the cruise vacation expert.