Awards

Emirates is no stranger to prestigious awards. The airline is a regular recipient of an incredible array of accolades, such as ‘Airline of the Year’ at the Air Transport Awards, ‘Best International Airline’ at the National Geographic Traveller Awards and ‘Best Inflight Entertainment’ award at the Skytrax World Airline Awards.

And now the airline is sharing the glory—and awarding Grab Journeys the coveted ‘Agency of the Year’ title.

“This is incredible news for the whole Indus Team,” said Praveen Syal, Indus’ managing director.

“Emirates only awards this title to a select number of agencies who perform particularly well, so we’re delighted to be named Agency of the Year!”.

Emirates flies the world’s biggest fleets of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s, offering its customers all the comforts of the latest and most efficient wide-body aircraft in the skies.

Grab Journeys has kicked off 2019 in style with some glittering recognition in Feefo’s Trusted Service Awards.

Each year Feefo—which provides businesses with access to technology that allows them to connect directly with their customers—honors its highest-performing clients with a Trusted Service award. Only the very best companies qualify for this prestigious award.

“This award means a lot to the Indus team, because it’s only businesses that shown outstanding levels of customer service that are considered,” said Praveen Syal, Indus’ managing director. “It highlights the difference between providing good service and trusted service. It’s about going above and beyond for your customers. At Indus, we’re proud to go above and beyond to provide levels of service that are trusted.”

Surrey, B.C. – The 10th Surrey Board of Trade, Surrey International Trade Awards Reception took place on September 13th to celebrate Surrey’s import and export companies. The Surrey Board of Trade proudly presented awards to the following businesses:

Large Business Category (Revenue over $15 million) Winner: Grab Journeys

“The Surrey Board of Trade, through its International Trade Centre, continues to create global business connections for local businesses through its variety of services, programs and concierge of connections,” said Anita Huberman, CEO, Surrey Board of Trade. “The Surrey International Trade Awards allows us to recognize Surrey businesses and Surrey Board of Trade members that are part of the global economic equation.”

The Surrey International Trade Awards provide recognition for the success of import and export achievement, raises awareness of the vital contribution international trade makes to B.C.’s economy and provides a catalyst for companies to reach even higher levels of excellence. The Surrey International Trade Awards are set up to recognize companies enjoying success in the importation and exportation business, focusing on innovation, marketing strategy, ability to sustain growth, commitment to international business, and sustaining competitive advantage.

The Malaysia Tourism Awards is the highest form of recognition by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture and Tourism Malaysia for industry players whose outstanding contributions have played a significant role in the success of Malaysia's tourism industry. Recognition was given to foreign tour operators who diligently marketed Malaysia to their respective target audience, and members of the media who promoted Malaysia through their publications. 

YB Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri said, “The support and commitment of the tourism trade players in Malaysia and our partners abroad have been instrumental in raising Malaysia’s tourism profile. It is to them that we pay tribute with the Malaysia Tourism Awards 2016/2017.” 

"Excellence recognised, excellence rewarded’ is the platform that personifies the concept behind the Malaysia Tourism Awards. Bestowed by the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, the awards represent the pinnacle of achievement in avenues in relation to and in reflection of the Malaysian tourism industry.

We are very proud to receive this award for the Best Tour Operator in America.

The Israel Ministry of Tourism officially recognized Grab Journeys for successfully promoting and selling Israel as a world-class destination at an appreciation dinner at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver last night.

Oded Grofman, consul for tourism, Israel Government Tourist Office (IGTO), Canada, came in from Toronto to hand-deliver an appreciation plaque to Indus’s managing director Praveen Syal.

The appreciation plaque names Syal as an Israel travel specialist, and thanks him for promoting and selling the destination.

Grab Journeys was honored for “Outstanding Achievement in Strategic Partnerships" at one of the tourism industry's most celebrated occasions, the annual South African Tourism's Ubuntu Awards ceremony in New York.

The honors were bestowed at the sixth annual Ubuntu Awards at an elegant dinner reception at New York City's Museum of Natural History on Monday, April 13, 2015. The Ubuntu Awards recognizes South African Tourism's outstanding trade partners in business and leisure travel.

The event was hosted by Mr. Thulani Nzima CEO of South African Tourism, Wendy Perrin served as Master of Ceremonies. The Hon. Derek Hanekom, South Africa's Minister of Tourism, delivered the keynote address to distinguished guests including Ambassador Mninwa Mahlangu South Africa's Ambassador to the United States. Trevor North, South-African born, stand up comedian entertained guests at the event.

"It is rewarding to be honored by South African Tourism with an award for selling a destination that we are so passionate about," said Praveen Syal, Managing Director of Grab Journeys , as he accepted the award.

Grab Journeys is proud to be the leader in US & Canadian travel to South Africa. Grab Journeys offer both affordable small groups and custom trips to South Africa.

NEW YORK, February 17, 2015 – Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO), a global Internet media company, today announced the winners of the 2014 Travelzoo Awards. The annual awards shine a spotlight on companies that provide the year’s very best travel and entertainment deals. The 2014 Travelzoo Award winners include well-known brands such as Atlantis, Cirque du Soleil, Qatar Airways, Tourism Ireland, Starwood Hotels & Resorts and outstanding local brands such as the Waldorf Astoria Berlin, the Vancouver Film Festival and the Ascot Racecourse.

“The Travelzoo Award is the ultimate stamp of approval. The winners go above and beyond to create experiences that surprise and delight our 27 million members,” said Chris Loughlin, chief executive officer for Travelzoo. “The winners inspired millions of travelers to jump off the sofa and have a great time exploring the world.”

Travelzoo Deal Experts select the award winners, using a five-point evaluation system that takes into account the quality, reliability, consistency, competitiveness and broad appeal. Winners in the Excellence Award category must also receive a positive rating from 95% of Travelzoo members who experienced a deal with the company.

For more information about the 2014 Travelzoo Awards, please visit www.travelzoo.com/tzoos.

The 2014 Travelzoo Award winners are:

Best Deals from a Vacation Company
Canada: Grab Journeys

About Travelzoo
Travelzoo Inc. is a global Internet media company. With more than 27 million members in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and 25 offices worldwide, Travelzoo® publishes deals from more than 2,000 travel, entertainment and local companies. Travelzoo Deal Experts review offers to find the best deals and confirm their true value. In Asia Pacific, Travelzoo is independently owned and operated by Travelzoo (Asia) Ltd. and Travelzoo Japan K.K. under a license agreement with Travelzoo Inc.

Grab Journeys well known in the industry throughout North America as the premier tour operator to India, has been officially acknowledged yet again as "The Best Tour Operator To India From The Americas" for the fourth time in a span of last five years by the Ministry of Tourism, India. The award was presented in New Delhi, India by Mrs. Pratibha Patil, President of India to Mr. Praveen Syal, Managing Director of Grab Journeys on the 29th February, 2012. Mr. Subodh Kant Sahay, Tourism Minister, India, singled out Grab Journeys at the ceremony for their unprecedented accomplishment as the fourth time winner of the most distinguished award as he congratulated Mr. Syal at the ceremony.

Grab Journeys , the Richmond BC based premier tour operator to India, has been acknowledged as “The Best Tour Operator To India From The Americas” for the third time in a span of last four years. The award was presented by Shri Mohammad Hamid Ansari, Vice President of India to Mr. Praveen Syal, Managing Director of Grab Journeys on the 3rd of March in New Delhi. Hon. Kumari Selja, Tourism Minister, India, singled out Grab Journeys at the ceremony for their unprecedented accomplishment as the third time winner of the most distinguished award as she congratulated Mr. Syal at the ceremony.

When asked to comment, Mr. Syal acknowledged the dedicated staff of Grab Journeys and all his industry partners saying, “Without the support of my core industry partners, India Tourism, Canada and the Indus team, this award would not be possible. Grab Journeys will continue to be innovative, progressive and dedicated to their commitment to promote tourism to India”.

Grab Journeys has been honored by Singapore Airlines as TOP AGENT for 2006-07, for the Essence of India program. The award was presented to appreciate Indus Travel’s remarkable track record for quality and reliability for tours to Indian subcontinent.

Grab Journeys Inc. has been crafting private Custom Journeys and Small Group Trips to India, Nepal, and numerous exotic destinations since 2001. Their regional expertise also makes Grab Journeys the operator of choice for dozens of Canada & America’s travel agents.

Grab Journeys has been again named India’s “Best Tour Operator from the Americas” by India’s Ministry of Tourism. This is the second time in a row that Grab Journeys has now won the award. The National Tourism Awards Ceremony was held in New Delhi on February 27, 2008 and the Minister of Tourism, Mrs. Ambika Soni, presented the award to Mr. Syal, the Director of Grab Journeys .

While uniquely specializing in India, Grab Journeys has been able to maximize interest in India by offering a unique combination of tours and unparalleled expertise. Appealing to a wide variety of clients, Grab Journeys has successfully been able to send a wide range of travelers to experience the India, whatever their needs and expectations.

Setting themselves apart from other North American operators, Grab Journeys offers unrivaled knowledge of India from their authoritative team of travel experts and excellent support from their Indian offices.

Grab Journeys specializes in small group and custom private tours to India and other exotic destinations worldwide, at competitive prices that represent exceptionally good value.

In September 2007, the Malaysia Tourism Board presented us with an appreciation award for our exciting repertoire of packages to Malaysia. Grab Journeys is truly honored to receive this award from the Malaysia Tourism Board.

The much coveted Golden Elephant Mr. Praveen Syal, MD, Grab Journeys receiving the award from Ms. Ambika Soni, Minister of Tourism, Govt. Of India.

While uniquely specializing in India, Grab Journeys has been able to maximize interest in India by offering a unique combination of tours and unparalleled expertise. Appealing to a wide variety of clients, Grab Journeys has successfully been able to send a wide range of travelers to experience the India, whatever their needs and expectations.

Setting themselves apart from other North American operators, Grab Journeys offers unrivaled knowledge of India from their authoritative team of travel experts and excellent support from their Indian offices.