GIFTED TRAVEL NETWORK BECOMES PART OF TREVELLO WORLD HOLDINGS INC.

~Dynamic Partnership Between Industry Leaders Poised to Redefine the Future of Travel~ 

TORONTO, JANUARY 8, 2025 – Trevello World Holdings Inc., parent company of Trevello Canada, the leading host agency in Canada, today announced its acquisition of Gifted Travel Network (GTN), a host agency renowned for its dominance in the luxury travel sector. This partnership marks the first step in Trevello’s strategic plan to expand beyond Canada and establish a foothold in the U.S. market.

“This is a pivotal moment for Trevello as we bring our proven expertise and commitment to advisor success into the world’s largest travel market,” said Morris Chia, Founder and CEO of Trevello World Holdings Inc. “GTN’s stellar reputation in the luxury sector and dedication to fostering a collaborative, entrepreneurial community make them the perfect partner to help accelerate our growth strategy.”

Paving the Way for a Global Brand

The acquisition of GTN immediately establishes Trevello’s presence in the U.S. market, enabling the company to leverage its reputation for excellence and scale to compete in new sectors. GTN will continue to operate under its trusted brand as a division of Trevello World Holdings, maintaining its focus on luxury travel while benefiting from Trevello’s broader market expertise and supplier relations.

“GTN’s entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence align seamlessly with Trevello’s vision for empowering advisors and delivering exceptional travel experiences,” added Jen Cochrane, Co-Founder and CEO of GTN. “This collaboration strengthens the foundations we’ve each built, and together, we’ll continue driving forward as a transformative force in the future of the travel industry.”

Chia will oversee Trevello’s expansion into the U.S. market, supported by Trevello World Holding’s Co-Founder and COO Zeina Gedeon, who currently leads operations for Trevello Canada. GTN’s Cochrane will remain as CEO, ensuring continuity and a seamless integration while preserving the strong leadership that has been critical to GTN’s success. Additionally, through this acquisition, former owners Cochrane and Meredith Calloway become shareholders in Trevello World Holdings.

Empowering luxury travel advisors through professional development programs, entrepreneurial support, and a strong emphasis on community is the hallmark of GTN. With this acquisition, Trevello and GTN will be able to expand their offerings to advisors bolstering their success. 

“We are committed to developing a sustainable and rewarding future for travel advisors. With the acquisition of GTN we are taking the first step forward in starting to reimagine what success looks like in this industry,” said Chia.

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About Trevello World Holdings, Inc. 

Founded by travel veteran Morris Chia, Trevello World Holdings Inc. is a global leader in travel services, empowering travel advisors and redefining the host agency model. With a reputation for innovation and operational excellence, Trevello World Holdings is parent company of Trevello Canada, the country’s leading host agency, and Gifted Travel Network, the premier US host agency for luxury travel advisors. 

About Gifted Travel Network

Gifted Travel Network (GTN), a division of Trevello World Holdings Inc., is the premier host agency for luxury travel advisors with 380 professionals across the United States. Specializing in providing an elevated host experience, GTN has swiftly emerged as a leader within luxury travel network Virtuoso. Through their innovative approach to educating and investing in the success of travel entrepreneurs, Gifted Travel Network takes pride in leading the way and attracting new-to-industry professionals to enter the dynamic world of luxury travel. Visit www.giftedtravelnetwork.com for more information.

About Trevello Canada

Trevello is Canada's leading host agency, dedicated to helping its growing network of more than 1,000 independent travel advisors build successful businesses through marketing resources, unparalleled supplier relationships and professional development opportunities. With over 30 years of experience, Trevello sets industry standards, including its groundbreaking 'Momentum' program offering advisors unprecedented earning potential.  A member of leading global network Virtuoso, Trevello Canada is the founding brand of Trevello World Holdings Inc. For more information, visit www.trevello.com.

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