Company Updates

Gifted Travel Network (GTN) distinguishes itself by its deep-rooted commitment to education and mentorship, a philosophy powerfully demonstrated at its third annual Symposium, held March 26 – April 1, 2025. This year's immersive experience took place aboard the Avalon Poetry II river cruise along the Rhône River, beginning and ending in Arles, France.

As an extraordinary year comes to a close, we reflect on the incredible milestones and defining achievements that made 2024 a standout year for Gifted Travel Network!

Gifted Travel Network (GTN) proudly announces its latest achievements, winning two Magellan Awards, recognizing excellence and innovation in the travel industry.

From welcoming a new Travel MBA cohort in April to attending the Virtuoso Symposium in Dubai, our team was constantly on the move this quarter. Here are some of the highlights...

From exclusive FAMs to our newest Travel MBA cohort, here's what GTN has been up to in Q1 of 2024!

We are honored to announce that Gifted Travel Network (GTN) has been nominated for a 2024 Virtuoso Award in the category of Respected Agency Culture. This recognition highlights the true strength and value of the GTN community.

The Charlotte Business Journal's Most Admired CEO Awards program recognizes established leaders in the Charlotte region who have demonstrated a strong vision for their companies and a commitment to the community.

GTN celebrates Women's History Month with heartfelt tributes to industry "Sheroes"— women who inspire, lead, and empower.

Gifted Travel Network's Travel MBA Alumn, Bianka Salvador was one of 85 U.S. travel advisors invited to attend the K-Contents Travel Fair in Seoul, South Korea. So how did this amazing opportunity transpire? We spoke directly with Salvador to hear her story.

Discover success in travel entrepreneurship with Gifted Travel Network's Travel Business University's expanded mentor lineup.

From Mykonos, Greece, to Mooresville, NC, discover the triumphs and milestones that defined our journey at Gifted Travel Network in 2023.

The last month at Gifted Travel Network has been nothing short of spectacular. After celebrating our 10-Year Anniversary Gala just last week, we're back with more thrilling news to share. Drum roll, please...

If you have been keeping up with "all things" Gifted Travel Network (GTN), then you already know what a memorable day October 11, 2023, was for our host agency. We celebrated our 10-Year Anniversary Gala, where we welcomed staff (both past & present), preferred partners, advisors, and industry colleagues to Mooresville, NC , for an evening filled with celebrations.

Gifted Travel Network is thrilled to announce its 10-Year Anniversary Gala on October 11, 2023, at The Venues at Langtree located in Mooresville, NC. This event will bring together GTN advisors, staff, and preferred partners from across the United States for an evening of camaraderie, celebration, and recognition...

Gifted Travel Network (GTN) is excited to announce the appointment of five distinguished individuals to its Board. As a thriving and rapidly growing host agency, GTN recognizes the value of diverse perspectives to complement the GTN executive team with strategic initiatives.

Group Travel Symposium is the first event of its kind in the travel industry. Learn more about this GTN-exclusive event designed to educate advisors on the business of group travel.

Some call her mama bear, and others call her the Georgia Bulldogs' football team's biggest fan. Meet Lisa Fletcher, Gifted Travel Networks' first-ever Independent Contractor.

Gifted Travel Network is pleased to announce and recognize that two of its members have achieved Virtuoso Cruise Icon Status for 2023. In further highlighting the agency’s commitment to excellence, Gifted Travel Network has been nominated for a prestigious award by Virtuoso as an agency. Additionally, two GTN advisors have been nominated for individual Virtuoso awards representing their outstanding contributions to the industry:

Meet GTN's Partner Relations Coordinator, Ashlyn Treadaway. Today, we had the chance to ask Ashlyn a few questions about her role, experience in the industry thus far, and how exactly the partner relations team supports GTN and its members.

The Condé Nast Travelers annual list of Top Travel Specialists is a highly coveted accolade that recognizes the best luxury travel advisors across the globe. These advisors pull off the impossible and spare you the logistics by providing unparalleled luxury travel experiences through their extensive knowledge, passion for travel, and dedication to the travel industry.

This is the second year, Gifted Travel Network has been invited to attend ILTM. The presence from GTN is strong, with 12 advisors, GTN’s Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, Vanessa McGovern, and Director of Partner Relations, Erica Whitaker, in attendance.

Gifted Travel Network (GTN) officially announced the launch of their company's strategic rebrand. This rebrand was based on two major factors. The first is the growth Gifted Travel Network has seen post-pandemic. Growth in advisors, overall sales, and staff.

DUCO France is an invitation-only boutique travel summit in Paris. This exclusive event focuses on one destination itself to promote comprehensive networking surrounding the best of France

The 2022 PROUD Experiences are a travel industry event like no other. Director of Partner Relations , Erica Whitaker said, "The opportunity to network and have meaningful conversations with destinations and properties on how they are supporting the LGBTQ+ community was so enlightening."

Hollar, at the time, was the sixth member to join the Gifted Travel Network team. Starting as a Marketing Associate, her creativity, dedication, and willingness to learn promoted her to Digital Marketing Manager. Now, she is the youngest director at Gifted Travel Network and oversees the entire marketing department.

Tooley has always possessed a love for travel. She officially joined the travel industry at Gifted Travel Network in 2019 as a commission analyst. In three short years, Tooley is now managing all financial accounts at Gifted Travel Network.

Gifted Travel Network is excited to announce the promotion and expansion of new roles and responsibilities to seven team members.

Pioneering education organization the Global Institute for Travel Entrepreneurs (GIFTE) is shutting its doors after nearly 11 years spent helping travel advisors achieve their business and life goals. The GIFTE leadership team—and all of its employees—will now solely focus on serving advisors through GIFTE’s sister company Gifted Travel Network (GTN), an award-winning host agency.