APT & Travelmarvel appoints Jess Tansey as Midlands BDM
APT & Travelmarvel has appointed Jess Tansey as its new business development manager for the Midlands
She joins the operator from the Scenic Group, where she worked as trade support specialist for the Scenic & Emerald Cruise brands for more than two years, developing relationships with the trade and her understanding of the industry.
In her new position, Tansey will help agents to capitalise on business opportunities with APT & Travelmarvel.
The appointment comes ahead of the maiden season of Travelmarvel’s MS Estrela, a new river ship offering itineraries on Portugal’s Douro River.
Brad Bennetts, head of sales and business development at APT & Travelmarvel, said: “Well-respected within the industry, Jess’ experience and passion for river cruising made her the perfect choice for leading our trade activity in the Midlands, familiarising agents with the exciting new ships and product innovations that we are launching, and ensuring that our partners in the region continue to be supported with the best of our APT gold standard service.”
Tansey added: “I am delighted to be joining APT & Travelmarvel at the start of the 2025 season and to help partners to harness every business opportunity that the elevated fleet and new travel styles have to offer.
“Both brands have a fantastic reputation for delivering exceptional and luxurious cruise and touring experiences, and I look forward to introducing more agents and their clients to these incredible holidays.”
