{"id":232766,"date":"2025-07-02T19:23:15","date_gmt":"2025-07-02T19:23:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/232766\/"},"modified":"2025-07-02T19:23:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-02T19:23:15","slug":"travelmax-named-best-travel-business-in-northern-ireland-at-2025-ttng-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/232766\/","title":{"rendered":"TravelMax named Best Travel Business in Northern Ireland at 2025 TTNG Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Savannah<\/p>\n

(L-R) Savannah Bracewell (Travelmax Sales, Media & Marketing Manager), Maxine Bracewell (Travelmax Founder & Owner), Ionela\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b Dinu\u2011Mihai (TTNG), Marcus Bracewell (Travelmax Sports Manager), and Stephanie Slark – (TTNG).<\/p>\n

Local family-run travel company Travelmax.co.uk<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>has been officially crowned Best Travel Business in Northern Ireland<\/strong> at the 2025 TTNG Awards, in recognition of its outstanding customer service, innovation, and dedication to the travel industry.<\/p>\n

The prestigious awards ceremony was held on Monday 30th June in the historic Palace of Parliament in Bucharest, Romania, and brought together the UK and Ireland\u2019s leading independent travel agencies. <\/p>\n

Organised by The Travel Network Group (TTNG)<\/strong>, the annual event celebrates excellence across the travel trade, honouring businesses that demonstrate a commitment to high-quality service and strong client relationships.<\/p>\n

\"Maxine<\/p>\n

(L-R) Maxine Bracewell (Travelmax Founder & Owner), Marcus Bracewell (Travelmax Sports Manager), and Savannah Bracewell (Travelmax Sales, Media & Marketing Manager), outside the historic Palace of Parliament in Bucharest, Romania<\/p>\n

\"Maxine<\/p>\n

Maxine Bracewell, Travelmax, founder and owner<\/p>\n

Founded in 2001 by respected Ballymena entrepreneur Maxine Bracewell<\/strong>, Travelmax was created with a pioneering vision\u2014to combine the convenience of an online travel agency with the personal touch of a local retail office. <\/p>\n

From its humble beginnings, the business has flourished into one of Northern Ireland\u2019s most trusted names in bespoke travel, offering tailor-made holidays and 100% financial protection on every booking.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are truly honoured,\u201d said Maxine<\/strong>. \u201cThis award is a testament to our team\u2019s unwavering dedication and the incredible trust our clients place in us to bring their travel dreams to life.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"WINNER:<\/p>\n

WINNER: TravelMax, Best Travel Business, Northern Ireland 2025<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

With over 160 years of combined travel industry experience, the Travelmax team is known for its attention to detail, product knowledge, and friendly, client-focused approach. The company is fully licensed as both a Travel Agent and a Tour Operator, ensuring complete peace of mind for its customers.<\/p>\n

Now a multigenerational business, Maxine\u2019s daughter Savannah Bracewell<\/strong> plays a key leadership role as Head of Sales, Media, and Marketing, helping drive the company\u2019s continued growth and online presence. <\/p>\n

Under Savannah\u2019s guidance, Travelmax has significantly expanded its digital reach, with its engaging travel videos and social content attracting over 16.65 million views across platforms.<\/p>\n

\"Marcus<\/p>\n

(L-R) Marcus Bracewell (Travelmax Sports Manager), Savannah Bracewell (Travelmax Sales, Media & Marketing Manager), and Maxine Bracewell (Travelmax Founder & Owner)<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s been an incredible journey through some very challenging times,\u201d Maxine<\/strong> added. \u201cThis recognition belongs to our loyal clients and the hardworking Travelmax team who\u2019ve supported me from day one.\u201d<\/p>\n

Innovation, trust, and experience at the core<\/strong><\/p>\n

Travelmax is not just a booking agency\u2014it\u2019s a destination specialist. Staff frequently travel to the locations they recommend, offering genuine insights and trusted advice based on first-hand experience. <\/p>\n

Whether it\u2019s a luxury honeymoon, a bespoke family adventure, or a once-in-a-lifetime cruise, every holiday is tailored with precision and care.<\/p>\n

This hands-on expertise, combined with a strong community connection, has been key to Travelmax\u2019s reputation for reliability and service excellence. <\/p>\n

\"TravelMax,<\/p>\n

TravelMax, Linenhall Street, Ballymena<\/p>\n

The business has become a go-to choice for customers seeking value without compromise, backed by a team that prioritises honesty, safety, and memorable experiences.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe believe that travel is about more than just booking flights and hotels\u2014it\u2019s about creating memories that last a lifetime,\u201d said Savannah Bracewell.<\/strong> \u201cWe take pride in listening to our clients and delivering a truly personalised experience from start to finish.\u201d<\/p>\n

National recognition for a Ballymena business<\/strong><\/p>\n

The TTNG Award represents a major achievement not only for Travelmax, but for the local business community in Ballymena and Northern Ireland more broadly. In an industry increasingly dominated by online-only operators, Travelmax\u2019s success proves that personalised service, local expertise, and strong relationships still matter.<\/p>\n

As the demand for tailor-made travel continues to rise, Travelmax\u2019s blend of traditional customer care with modern digital engagement puts it in a strong position for continued success.<\/p>\n

\"Colleen<\/p>\n

Pictured (L-R), Colleen Gribbin (Accounts Manager), Claire Martin (Senior Travel Specialist), Leon Bracewell, Savannah, Marcus, Maxine and husband Simon Bracewell. <\/p>\n

The Bracewell family, along with both Colleen and Claire, who have been with TravelMax for 24 years, will be happy to help you plan your next getaway. <\/p>\n

For more information or to plan your next trip, you can contact the award-winning Travelmax team on 028 2565 4477 or visit www.travelmax.co.uk<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"(L-R) Savannah Bracewell (Travelmax Sales, Media & Marketing Manager), Maxine Bracewell (Travelmax Founder & Owner), Ionela\u200b\u200b\u200b\u200b Dinu\u2011Mihai (TTNG),…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":232767,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5011],"tags":[9658,9660,9661,9656,9659,1144,9657,16,15],"class_list":{"0":"post-232766","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-northern-ireland","8":"tag-ballymena-news","9":"tag-causeway-coast-and-glens","10":"tag-county-antrim","11":"tag-love-ballymena","12":"tag-mid-and-east-antrim","13":"tag-northern-ireland","14":"tag-northern-ireland-news","15":"tag-uk","16":"tag-united-kingdom"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@uk\/114785275966182424","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/232766","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=232766"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/232766\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/232767"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=232766"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=232766"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=232766"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}