Last updated: 2:40 PM ET, Thu February 6, 2025
WHY IT RATES: Kressley, known for his roles on "Queer Eye" and "RuPaul’s Drag Race," will highlight the value of travel advisors and join them on trips to destinations like Hawaii and Aruba. ALGV will also launch "Carson Curates," a video series showcasing Kressley's favorite travel experiences. —Janeen Christoff, TravelPulse Managing Editor
ALG Vacations (ALGV) is proud to announce a continued partnership with Emmy-winning television personality Carson Kressley. Best known for his role on “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy” and his current long-time judge role on “RuPaul’s Drag Race”, the renowned style expert and world traveler will serve a second year as ALGV’s official Travel Advisor Champion. Kressley has worked with ALGV for the past four years to celebrate travel advisors and spread the word about how ALG Vacations’ many offerings and advisor resources.
"We are thrilled to collaborate with Carson for another year,” says Jacki Marks, Global Head of Trade Brands. “Supporting travel advisors is a top priority for ALG Vacations, and through Carson’s energetic approach and travel expertise, we look forward to making advisors feel appreciated and inspire the public to seek their guidance when planning their getaways this year.”
As a world traveler and passionate advocate for planning with an expert, Kressley perfectly aligns with ALG Vacation’s commitment to supporting travel advisors and inspiring travelers. In 2025, he will take on an expanding role, joining advisors on in-destination trips to exciting locations like Hawaii and Aruba, where he’ll spotlight the value of working with a professional to plan unforgettable getaways. Additionally, ALGV will debut Carson Curates, a video series that highlights his favorite aspects from each trip—from standout resort features to must-visit local gems like restaurants and shopping areas. Through these efforts, Kressley will continue to promote destinations and share insights that help advisors create exceptional travel experiences for their clients.
In response to the announcement, Kressley shared his enthusiasm, stating "Travel advisors are the unsung heroes of the tourism industry, and it’s been a privilege to champion their work. I’m so excited to continue celebrating and supporting this amazing community in 2025, helping them shine and inspiring more people to explore the world through their expertise."
Since joining forces, ALGV and Kressley have made waves in the travel industry and garnered positive feedback from advisors. This past May, Kressley unveiled ALGV’s travel appreciation billboard in New York City during National Travel Advisor Appreciation Day. More recently, Kressley, alongside Marks, broadcasted live on Facebook from Portugal to promote the European country as an in-demand destination in 2025 and share the latest tools and resources available from ALGV. In October, Kressley served as co-host of ALGV’s annual Ascend Conference, empowering and educating travel advisors in Cancun, Mexico.
“Over the past year, so many advisors have shared their gratitude with me—even outside of ALG Vacations events—on behalf of advocating for their profession,” says Kressley. “It’s incredibly rewarding to know that the work we’re doing is making an impact.”
SOURCE: ALG Vacations press release.
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