06/12/2026
Heartfelt congratulations to my good friend, Jared Hanel, Vice President of Cruise Programs for Direct Travel, on being honored with the TravelAge West trendsetter award for "Best Group Booking Effort."
I have had the distinct privilege of working closely with Jared for several years and his professionalism, expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence have been truly exceptional. This recognition is a testament to his dedication and significant contributions to our industry.
Please join me in recognizing and congratulating Jared on this well-deserved achievement.
Pictured alongside Jared is Regional Sales Director Marsha Patrick, holding TravelAge West's "Best in Alaska" award, once again
presented to Princess Cruises.