Classic Vacations Unveils Major Digital Upgrade, Empowering Travel Advisors with Comprehensive Booking Platform: Know More

Classic Vacations® has announced a significant digital advancement, transforming the way travel advisors create full itineraries online. For the first time in the company’s nearly five-decade history, Classic Vacations’ exclusive advisor-only platform now includes roundtrip flights and car rentals, expanding upon its existing luxury hotels, transfers, tours, and travel protection services. This move marks a pivotal milestone for the brand, ensuring advisors can deliver comprehensive travel solutions with even more flexibility and enhanced convenience.

The upgrade is designed to equip travel advisors with powerful, tech-forward tools while maintaining the high-touch customer support Classic Vacations is known for. The newly launched flight booking feature allows advisors to book a wider range of classes, from first-class and business to premium economy and economy, including exclusive, private fares. Additionally, the platform’s car rental feature now covers global destinations, empowering advisors to tailor itineraries with ease and convenience. Both flight and car rental bookings come with courtesy holds, providing advisors with increased flexibility when managing client reservations.

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“This is what our advisors have been asking for,” said Melissa Krueger, CEO of Classic Vacations. “We are thrilled to make this announcement and proud to offer our advisor community the best of tradition and technology. Advisors want the option to conveniently design and build full itineraries online, supported by the outstanding service and experience Classic is known for in the industry. By adding flights and car rentals to our online platform, which already offers best-in-class hotels, experiences, exclusive perks, proprietary tools, and more, we are excited to take another leap forward in the value we provide to our advisors, who are at the center of all we do.”

A New Era of Flexibility and Convenience

This expansion of the Classic Vacations platform was developed based on feedback from travel advisors themselves, with the goal of simplifying the booking process and providing a one-stop solution for all their travel planning needs. Whether it’s a weekend getaway, an extended vacation, or a multi-destination adventure, advisors can now shop, quote, and book flights, car rentals, luxury hotels, transfers, tours, and travel protection, all within a single platform, available 24/7/365.

Key Features of the Classic Vacations Booking Platform:

Comprehensive Booking Options: Advisors can now seamlessly shop and book not only flights and car rentals but also luxury hotels, transfers, tours, and travel protection options, all in one place.

Advisors can now seamlessly shop and book not only flights and car rentals but also luxury hotels, transfers, tours, and travel protection options, all in one place. Manage Complex Itineraries with Ease: Whether booking for one person or a large group, the platform makes it easier to handle multi-room, multi-destination trips. Advisors can manage all aspects of a booking, even close to departure, allowing them to make changes or additions without hassle.

Whether booking for one person or a large group, the platform makes it easier to handle multi-room, multi-destination trips. Advisors can manage all aspects of a booking, even close to departure, allowing them to make changes or additions without hassle. Real-Time Rates and Availability: Advisors can confidently secure inventory with real-time rates and availability, ensuring clients receive the best possible options for their travels.

Advisors can confidently secure inventory with real-time rates and availability, ensuring clients receive the best possible options for their travels. Group Bookings Simplified: The platform now allows advisors to book up to eight rooms in a single FIT group transaction, eliminating the need for a contract and streamlining the group booking process.

The platform now allows advisors to book up to eight rooms in a single FIT group transaction, eliminating the need for a contract and streamlining the group booking process. Effortless Payments: Integrated payment links ensure that transactions are simple and seamless, improving both the advisor and client experience.

Integrated payment links ensure that transactions are simple and seamless, improving both the advisor and client experience. Exclusive Rewards and Perks: Advisors will earn Classic Royalty Rewards points automatically on every qualified booking, giving them more ways to benefit from their continued partnership with Classic Vacations.

Advisors will earn Classic Royalty Rewards points automatically on every qualified booking, giving them more ways to benefit from their continued partnership with Classic Vacations. Courtesy Holds for Flexibility: Courtesy holds are available for Classic’s preferred hotels, flights, car rentals, and transfers, offering even more flexibility for advisors managing client bookings.

Tech-Forward, Human-Centric Solutions for Travel Advisors

Classic Vacations has always prided itself on offering a combination of cutting-edge technology and exceptional human service. This latest update reinforces that commitment by providing travel advisors with the autonomy they need to manage their bookings while ensuring they have access to personalized support when needed. The platform is not just a tool for transactions—it is a resource designed to empower advisors to grow their businesses and deliver richer travel experiences for their clients.

To support advisors in making the most of the new online platform, Classic Vacations offers frequent online training sessions hosted by Business Development Managers. These sessions cover everything from platform navigation to specialized sales and product training, enabling advisors to fully utilize the range of features at their disposal. Additionally, advisors will have access to Classic’s world-class sales tools, expert advice, and exclusive offers, ensuring they stay ahead of industry trends.

“We created these new flights and car booking features to further enhance our advisors’ ability to seamlessly build complete vacation experiences,” said Anthony Tucker, VP of Business Intelligence & Solutions at Classic Vacations. “The Classic Reservations team has always been a cornerstone of advisor support, and these new digital tools are engineered to complement the personalized service they provide. Advisors consistently tell us they value tools that match their workflow — flexible, efficient, and intuitive — and that’s exactly what we’ve delivered. We’re committed to continuously refining our platform to stay ahead of industry needs, drive advisor success, and strengthen Classic’s position as the premier partner for travel advisors, suppliers, and industry leaders.”

A Bright Future for Travel Advisors

With this digital upgrade, Classic Vacations is setting a new standard for travel booking platforms. The combination of tech-forward features, global reach, and personalized human support reflects the company’s dedication to providing travel advisors with the best possible tools to succeed in a competitive industry.

As travel demand continues to rise, the evolution of Classic Vacations’ booking platform promises to be a game-changer for travel advisors. By streamlining the booking process, offering more options, and maintaining the highest standards of customer service, Classic Vacations is empowering advisors to provide unforgettable travel experiences while growing their businesses.

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