Our Travel Partners & Industry Accreditations
At YOU Travel Napier, we’re proud to be part of New Zealand’s most trusted network of travel professionals. Our partnerships with industry leaders such as the First Travel Group (FTG), TAANZ, CLIA and Allianz Partners mean our clients enjoy the protection, expertise and exclusive benefits that come from working with fully accredited travel specialists. These relationships ensure every booking — from cruises to insurance — meets the highest global standards for service and reliability.
First Travel Group (FTG) – New Zealand’s Leading Independent Travel Network
Formed in 1999, this is New Zealand’s leading independent travel company made up of 55 long established, professional travel businesses located throughout New Zealand. Locally owned and operated the collective volume of the members enables FTG to negotiate the best tier one deals with all major suppliers both domestically and globally. Key partnerships with all major airlines and contracted relationships with international suppliers providing land and all other travel products ensures that FTG members have the ability to provide the best travel solutions possible. FTG members must be fully bonded with TAANZ.
TAANZ – Travel Agents Association of New Zealand
TAANZ is a self regulating trade organisation working with its members to promote a Code of Ethics and Practice. Working with Service IQ to ensure staff achieve the required skills. All TAANZ members must meet strict membership and financial criteria and be subject to two financial reviews each year by the TAANZ Bonding Authority. All TAANZ members participate in the TAANZ Bonding Scheme for the protection of their clients.
CLIA – Cruise Lines International Association Accreditation
CLIA Accredited Travel Agents have completed additional training and educational opportunities to become a specialist in all levels of cruising. Our knowledge and personal experiences will save you hours of your own time researching the myriad of options. Our ability to recommend bespoke and unique options which can be personally tailored to suit your style and budget will enhance your overall experience by ensuring the vessel, the cruise itinerary and the style of cruise mode is perfectly matched to your needs. We are passionate about cruising, we have many of our consultants who have completed several different styles of vessels throughout very different destinations all around the globe – so we can be your most important information source when you are heading for the high seas!
Allianz Partners – Comprehensive Travel Insurance Provider
YOU Travel partner with Allianz Partners to provide comprehensive Travel Insurance cover for all our clients. Allianz is part of the worlds largest global leader in Travel Insurance and assistance. Our clients can rely on 24/7 consistent service implemented by local expertise.
Visit Allianz Portal here to request a quote and set up your travel insurance online.
Why These Partnerships Matter
At YOU Travel Napier, every partnership we hold is designed to give our clients complete confidence when booking travel. Working with accredited industry bodies and global providers means you receive expert guidance, competitive pricing, and full financial protection. From the security of TAANZ bonding to the specialist knowledge of our CLIA-accredited cruise consultants and the reliability of Allianz travel insurance, these relationships ensure your journey is smooth, safe, and supported from beginning to end.