LAS VEGAS — Nevada is calling, and 24 travel sellers from Canada, Australia and New Zealand are getting ready to answer after winning Travel Nevada’s international specialist challenge.
Throughout the challenge, front-line travel agents who were not already Nevada Specialists were invited to complete three steps for a chance to win a place on one of six separate itineraries. Existing Nevada Specialists could also apply to host an itinerary.
Among the winners are several Canadian advisors, who will explore the destination from Dec. 3 to 9, 2026. The itineraries will take participants from destination training to firsthand discovery, helping them turn their learning into informed client recommendations.
“With six separate itineraries, this program gives participants the opportunity to return with their own stories, practical insights and fresh ideas for selling Nevada,” said Corey Marshall, Account Director, Travel Nevada.
“For agents, that first-hand experience makes a real difference. It helps them match clients with the right experiences and recommend a trip with greater confidence. We look forward to welcoming the group and seeing how they turn their Nevada experiences into inspiration for their customers.”
Denise Graham with Travel Nevada/Canuckiwi will accompany the Canadian group. The winning Canadian travel professionals are:
- Kirsten Harwood — Fare Well Travel
- Kristina Ziegler — Stonetown Travel
- Callan Thompson — Sportscorp Travel
- Nicole Braga — Direct Travel
- Ludy Mennie — AMA Travel Lethbridge
- Malvia Grant — Merit Travel
- Alida Lio — The Travel Agent Next Door
- Tammy Morgan — Maritime Travel
To learn more about the Travel Nevada Specialist program, click here.
Lead image caption: Lake Tahoe
