October 7th, 2024 – A milestone anniversary celebrates the growth from a small home-based business to a top host agency, marking 25 years of supporting independent travel advisors.
Dugan’s Travels, a leading host agency supporting independent travel advisors, recently celebrated its 25th anniversary of hosting agents. What began as a small business venture by Jennifer Dugan in 1997 evolved into a fully-fledged host agency by 1999 when she began taking on other moms who wanted to work from home. This milestone marks 25 years of Dugan’s Travels empowering independent travel advisors and building a strong community.
The celebration event, held in Anaheim, California, brought together travel advisors, suppliers, and industry partners who have contributed to the agency’s success over the past two and a half decades. With a vibrant display of red, white, and blue balloons—reflecting the signature colors of Dugan’s Travels’ logo—the event was a heartwarming reflection on how far the agency has come since its inception.
This year’s celebration also featured a special milestone: the first-ever tradeshow hosted by Dugan’s Travels. The tradeshow provided an exciting platform for suppliers and advisors to connect, collaborate, and explore new opportunities. This addition marked a significant evolution in the agency’s approach to fostering stronger industry relationships.
Jennifer Dugan shared her thoughts during the event: “Twenty-five years ago, I was 25 years old and could never have imagined the journey that lay ahead. What started as a way to work from home and be with my children has blossomed into something far greater than I ever envisioned. I’m proud to see how our agency has evolved, and I’m incredibly grateful to be surrounded by those who have supported us along the way.”
Dugan’s Travels is recognized as a top agency with Travel Leaders and many valued suppliers, providing independent travel advisors with the resources, training, and support needed to build successful businesses. With a focus on family values, the agency has become a trusted partner for advisors who value flexibility, autonomy, and a supportive community.
The event served not only as a celebration of the past 25 years but also as a moment to look ahead to the future. Jennifer Dugan emphasized her ongoing dedication to ensuring the agency remains a leading resource for travel professionals. “Our commitment to our agents remains unwavering. We look forward to continuing to innovate, inspire, and support the next generation of travel advisors.”
Dugan’s Travels has grown from a home-based operation into a well-respected agency, a testament to the success of its advisors and the strength of its relationships with key industry suppliers. The agency’s anniversary celebration also highlighted these valued partnerships, with many suppliers present to share in the festivities and participate in the inaugural tradeshow.
For more information on Dugan’s Travels and how they are supporting independent travel advisors, visit duganstravels.com.
About Dugan’s Travels
Founded in 1997 by Jennifer Dugan, Dugan’s Travels is a host agency based in Bremerton, Washington, dedicated to supporting independent travel advisors. What started as a small business to enable parents to work from home has since grown into a leading host agency within the travel industry. Dugan’s Travels provides comprehensive resources, training, and support to help travel professionals build successful businesses. With a focus on community, family, and flexibility, the agency empowers its advisors to offer exceptional travel experiences while maintaining the autonomy of their own businesses. Today, Dugan’s Travels is recognized as a top agency with Travel Leaders and numerous key suppliers.