Queenstown’s xtravel’s recently been awarded the Regent Seven Seas Resilience and Travel Entrepreneurial Spirit Award.

It’s the first time xtravel’s qualified for the award, part of the Travel Agents Association of New Zealand’s National Travel Industry Awards which recognise outstanding achievements and resilience within the travel sector.

Co-owners Victoria Keating, left, and Niki Davies, right, are pictured with Tracey Brennan, of Regent Seven Seas.

Keating says being recognised by their peers, in their first qualification, is ‘‘not just an honour’’.

‘‘It is a humbling affirmation of our team’s relentless drive to innovate and adapt in the face of adversity.

‘‘This award is a tribute to our entire team’s entrepreneurial spirit and unwavering commitment to providing outstanding service.’’

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