Travel Central has proudly served the greater New Orleans area for over 35 years, curating unforgettable journeys around the globe.
Starting in 1988 as a small, four-person team in a cozy spot above a law office, our agency has evolved and grown by continually adapting to both internal and external challenges in the travel industry. Back in the late '80s, corporate travel ruled, and leisure trips centered around destinations like Orlando, New York, London, Paris, Las Vegas, Mexico, and the Caribbean, with only a handful of cruise lines in operation. Myanmar was still Burma, and tourism in Cuba was virtually non-existent. At that time, the travel industry was one of the few businesses with its intranet, complete with schedules and fares for most global airlines. Bookings were made by phone, and paper airline tickets were hand-delivered—a fax machine was a revolutionary new time-saving tool!
Travel Central has continuously embraced new technologies to enhance the travel experience. From the introduction of the world wide web in '91, email in '93, electronic airline tickets in 2000, to electronic cruise documents in 2010, we've been at the forefront of technology. Today, travelers can access a complimentary mobile app that contains their entire itinerary, vouchers, and destination guides—all conveniently available on their smartphones!
Over the years, Travel Central has navigated numerous industry upheavals: airline commission cuts in '95, the travel halt following 9/11, the Great Recession, and the 2020 pandemic that paralyzed global travel. Following Hurricane Katrina in 2005, we spent months rebooking or obtaining refunds for our clients. No matter the challenge, we've always prioritized our clients' needs.
Now celebrating 36 years in business, Travel Central has grown from a team of four in 1988 to over 20 full-time and independent travel experts. From an annual revenue of $500,000 in 1988 to over $13 million in 2022, we've embraced technology and crafted dream vacations across the globe, including destinations like Cuba and Myanmar.
People often ask—are travel agents still relevant? The answer is a resounding YES! We're more vibrant and essential than ever, driven by our passion for travel. Travel Central owes its continued success to the trust and loyalty of our many clients who have supported us over the years. This is why we proudly celebrate over 35 years of crafting unforgettable experiences!
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