Carol Garza-Thompson Owner of Compass Rose Cruise Planners Has Been Recognized as One of the Foremost Cruise Vacation Experts Among American Travel Agents

Houston, TX, October 06, 2010 --(PR.com)-- Carol Garza-Thompson of Compass Rose Cruise Planners has been designated as a Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) Cruise Counsellor after recently completing the organization's certification requirements. Carol Garza-Thompson is now recognized within the industry as an Accredited Cruise Counsellor.

Carol Garza-Thompson has achieved Cruise Counsellor Certification through completion of a comprehensive program of cruise sales training and product instruction, delivered through a combination of extensive classroom training and personal cruise experience. CLIA's Certification program graduates are widely recognized as the foremost cruise vacation experts among American travel agents.

Compass Rose Cruise Planners is one of the more than 16,000 North American travel agency members of CLIA. According to CLIA statistics, the overwhelming majority of travelers- about 90%- book their cruise through a travel agency, and for good reason- travel agents understand the products they recommend and excel in finding the perfect cruise to match their clients needs, lifestyle and budget.

CLIA's Certified Cruise Counsellors are the cruise industry's premiere travel agents and can arrange all of your vacation needs while providing the greatest service and value for your vacation dollar.

To contact Carol Garza-Thompson call 877.530.5699 or email info@compassrosecruiseplanners.com

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