MSC Cruises today announced the winners of its 3rd Annual MSC True Partnerships’ Awards.

“MSC’s travel partners are a crucial part of our success,” says Richard Sasso, president, MSC Cruises USA. “We greatly appreciate all the efforts of our valued partners who have truly raised awareness about our brand in the North American market. We are excited to honor our top partners of the year and congratulate them on their hard work.”

Awards are presented to the line’s top performing North American travel partners for the year based on overall business growth in revenue and guests and continuous partnership support and innovative marketing efforts that drive increased consumer awareness.

“Over the month of February, our ‘Share the Love’ month initiative is dedicated to recognizing the travel agent distribution for their ongoing support of the MSC Cruises’ brand,” said Ken Muskat, executive vice president. “It seemed to be the most appropriate time to recognize the best of the best of MSC’s travel partners who have truly assisted in the elevation of our brand. We are looking forward to continuing to work with all our partners as MSC expands in the North American market.”

MSC True Partnerships’ 2015 Complete List of Award Winners include:  

President’s Award for Overall Partner of the Year
Winner: International Cruise and Excursions, Inc. (ICE) Gallery

Home-Based Partner of the Year
Winner: Cruise Planners

Online Partner of the Year
Winner: Expedia

Consortium Partner of the Year
Winner:  TravelSavers

Northeast Account of the Year
Winner: Military Cruise Deals

Southeast Account of the Year
Winner:  Worldwide Cruises
            Owner: Felicia Aceituno

Canadian Account of the Year
Winner:  Sunwing

Canadian Consortium Account of the Year:
Winner: Expedia Cruise Ship Centers