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CruiseDirect.com Named North America's Leading Online Cruise Travel Agency 2026 by World Travel Awards
October 12, 2026
Honor caps a standout year of industry recognition for the cruise booking platform
MORRISTOWN, N.J. – October 12, 2026 – CruiseDirect.com has been named North America's Leading Online Cruise Travel Agency 2026 by the World Travel Awards. Voted on by travel professionals and consumers around the world, the World Travel Awards recognize excellence across every sector of the travel and tourism industry.
The award adds to a remarkable year for CruiseDirect.com. In 2026, the company also won a Gold Travel Weekly Magellan Award for its blog, Beyond the Booking, earned a Stevie Award for Customer Service Excellence and was named to the Inc. 5000 list of America's fastest-growing private companies.
“Because this award is voted on by both travelers and travel professionals, it means a great deal to our entire team,” said John Maguire, CEO of CruiseDirect.com. “Our people work every day to make planning a cruise simple, transparent and exciting. This honor reflects their dedication to delivering an outstanding experience to every guest, from the first search to the moment they step on board.”
Established in 1993, the World Travel Awards recognize, reward and celebrate excellence across all key sectors of the travel and tourism industry. Today, the awards are recognized worldwide as a hallmark of quality, with winners setting the benchmark for the industry. Votes are cast by travel industry leaders and travelers alike.
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About CruiseDirect.com
CruiseDirect.com is a leading online cruise travel agency dedicated to helping travelers find exceptional deals on cruise vacations. Through partnerships with the industry's top cruise lines, the company secures special rates and passes the savings on to its customers. Since 2001, CruiseDirect.com has helped more than half a million travelers find the perfect cruise. Its booking engine offers live pricing and availability, and its customer reviews, interactive maps and expert travel guides make CruiseDirect.com a one-stop shop for everything cruise.