{"id":6920,"date":"2025-01-13T16:49:53","date_gmt":"2025-01-13T16:49:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tui.co.uk\/press\/?p=6920"},"modified":"2025-01-13T16:49:53","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T16:49:53","slug":"king-edward-street-travel-agent-wins-tuis-adviser-of-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tui.co.uk\/press\/king-edward-street-travel-agent-wins-tuis-adviser-of-the-year\/","title":{"rendered":"King Edward Street Travel Agent wins TUI&#8217;s Adviser of the year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"xmsonormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\">King Edward Street travel agent Georgina Waugh from Hull has been named TUI\u2019s Travel Adviser of the Year. This prestigious accolade highlights Georgina\u2019s unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and setting new benchmarks for excellence in the travel industry.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\">Georgina was awarded the Regional, Divisional and Overall Company Travel Adviser at a ceremony onboard Marella Voyager, where she was up against more than 2000 TUI travel advisers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\">\u201cIt feels absolutely surreal to receive this honour,\u201d said Georgina. \u201cBeing recognised at this level is like a dream come true. It\u2019s not only a reflection of my dedication but also a testament to the incredible support from my team. This award makes me feel like a celebrity!\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\">Georgina, who has been with TUI for 27 years, says it\u2019s her ability to build personal connections with customers that makes the difference.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\">\u201cI live and breathe TUI\u2019s values, not just during my shifts but even on my days off and personal adventures. Sharing firsthand travel experiences allows me to offer a unique, personalised service that keeps customers coming back.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\">Achievements like surpassing annual targets for Google and Facebook reviews in just one month and growing the branch\u2019s social media following by 500 in a single day are a testament to her passion and proactive approach.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\"><b>TUI\u2019s Head of Retail Stephen Bracegirdle said:<\/b> \u201cWe are incredibly proud of Georgina and her outstanding achievements. Georgina exemplifies the very best of TUI\u2019s values through her dedication, passion, and commitment to creating exceptional experiences for our customers. These awards recognise her ability to build personal relationships with customers, her innovative approach to travel planning, and her relentless drive to exceed expectations. She truly sets a gold standard for excellence in our industry.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-6921\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tui.co.uk\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Georgina-1-228x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"228\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tui.co.uk\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Georgina-1-228x300.jpg 228w, https:\/\/www.tui.co.uk\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Georgina-1-778x1024.jpg 778w, https:\/\/www.tui.co.uk\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Georgina-1-768x1010.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tui.co.uk\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Georgina-1-1168x1536.jpg 1168w, https:\/\/www.tui.co.uk\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Georgina-1-334x440.jpg 334w, https:\/\/www.tui.co.uk\/press\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Georgina-1.jpg 1179w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 228px) 100vw, 228px\" \/><\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">Among the standout moments of her year was assisting a family with a multigenerational holiday to Mexico. The trip, tailored for a granddaughter with complex needs, restored the family\u2019s confidence in travel and created lifelong memories.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\">Another touching story involved an elderly couple nervous about post-pandemic travel requirements. Georgina personally assisted them with documentation as she was also on the same cruise, ensuring a seamless experience.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt;\">Her advice to other travel agents: \u201cNever stop learning and always strive to understand your customers\u2019 unique needs. My advice is to embrace technology, stay updated on trends, and share your own travel experiences. Most importantly, support your team and foster a culture of mutual growth and encouragement.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">\u201cMy other piece of advice is never give up on your dreams, I\u2019ve been with TUI for over 25 years and had been shortlisted for this award a number of times, but I never gave up as it was my ultimate goal to win. I kept applying and here we are!\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>King Edward Street travel agent Georgina Waugh from Hull has been named TUI\u2019s Travel Adviser of the Year. This prestigious accolade highlights Georgina\u2019s unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and setting new benchmarks for excellence in the travel industry. 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