Tralee travel company, KC Travel join global corporate brand, FROSCH travel management.
KC Travel based in Tralee have just announced an exciting development for their business and the travel industry in Kerry. From February 1st, KC Travel joined the travel management company, FROSCH, who are headquartered in Houston and New York. FROSCH Ireland are on a roadmap of growth for the next five years and see huge potential in the Irish market. This will see them delve into more partnerships, acquisitions and recruiting the best travel talent in the short to medium term.
The merging of KC Travel with a global brand is a huge coup for the independent Kerry based company. Speaking of the development, Caroline Riordan-Casey Managing director of KC Travel said “I am excited to join the FROSCH family and bring a global brand to our clients here in Kerry and further afield. This represents a huge opportunity for our business to access an enhanced product offering, to leverage global partnerships in air, sea, hotels, villa’s and create exciting new itineraries for our clients.”
“I am passionate about travel and transformational power of new discoveries. I have over 25 years’ experience in the travel industry. I have built a great relationship and rapport with all major tour operators, hotel suppliers, car hire companies and insurance companies. This relationship will guarantee all our customers value for money, personal service and an exceptional holiday experience.”
The following press statement on the exciting development was released by Jackie Sheehan, Sales Director Corporate and Leisure, Frosch Ireland.
“From the 1st of February 2022, KC Travel based in Tralee, Co Kerry will join the FROSCH family.
FROSCH Ireland has undergone significant changes since it was established in 2000. The travel industry has been revolutionised due to digital transformation and rapid changes in consumer behaviour. These developments have given us an opportunity to review and constantly innovate in order to remain relevant and successful. As we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic we are preparing for a new future of travel.
Caroline Riordan-Casey Managing Director of KC Travel said “I am excited to join the FROSCH family and bring a global brand to our clients here in Kerry and further afield. This represents a huge opportunity for our business to access an enhanced product offering, to leverage global partnerships in air, sea, hotels and villas and create exciting new itineraries for our clients.”
“I am passionate about travel and the transformational power of new discoveries. I have over 25 years’ experience in the travel industry. I have built a great relationship and rapport with all major tour operators, hotel suppliers, care hire companies and Insurance companies. This relationship will guarantee all our customers value for money, personal service and an exceptional holiday experience.”
Angela Walsh CEO of FROSCH Ireland said “Welcoming established travel businesses into the FRSOCH family is very much part of our roadmap for growth over the next five years. We see a huge potential in the Irish market for both corporate and leisure travel and we are very much looking forward to bringing elevated travel experiences, new destinations and superior access to product and rates to the Irish consumer.”
About FROSCH Ireland
FROSCH is a community of passionate individuals who are inspired by the transformative power of travel. We serve clients with a wide range of travel needs from corporate to individuals and families.
Our business is rooted in Ireland, for over 20 years we have been delivering the unexpected for our clients.
We have access to a global team of travel advisors, and we have deep relationships with the most powerful brands in travel.
FROSCH Ireland (formerly CTM Travel Limited) is a privately owned Irish Business Travel Management Company, founded in 2000 by Angela Walsh. In September 2018 we merged with U.S.-based multinational travel management company FROSCH, also a privately owned travel management company co-headquartered in Houston and New York. FROSCH has been ranked as one of the top fifteen travel management companies in the world, employs over 2,200 dedicated professionals with offices in more than 40 locations worldwide. It is known for exceptional service in global travel management and luxury leisure.
FROSCH Ireland provides the technology and resources of a large Global Travel Management Company while delivering highly personalised service, exceeding the expectations of even the most discerning clients. We offer a white-glove, personal approach where we take the time needed to get to know our client’s needs and unique requirements, before providing tailor-made solutions.
