In keeping with its aggressive business strategy and operational plan to expand through acquisition and organic growth, this move marks Direct Travel’s ninth acquisition in the past year.
Founded in 1983, Hobson Travel is a highly-respected leader in the premium and luxury leisure travel market. With a focus on luxury, white glove service, the addition of Hobson Travel to Direct Travel’s portfolio ensures that Direct Travel has strong leisure and group representation in each of its major Eastern, Central and Western regions.
Nancy Staples, founder and former President of Hobson, comments, “I’m so proud to align Hobson Travel with the Direct Travel family. It’s the ultimate outcome for the next generation of Hobson Travel.”
Dianne Staples-Hively, President of Hobson Travel adds, “We’ve partnered with the best travel management solution colleague for our clients and employees in this ever-changing and rapidly evolving industry. We are aligned with Direct Travel to enable us to continue to service our clients with the same passion and dedication that Hobson Travel has been committed to for the past 30 years.”
Lisa Buckner, Direct Travel President comments, “Hobson Travel has developed wonderful client and supplier relationships due to their longevity, seasoned and knowledgeable staff. We‘re looking forward to the contributions that the team brings to the Direct Travel family.”