A number of Brampton's leading gentry, headed by Mayor Susan Fennell, were at hand to welcome latest Expedia Inc family member to the fold.

Also present at the inauguration, held at its spanking new 9899 Airport Road (Unit 3) premises, were Carman McClelland, President, Brampton Board of Trade; Charles Ward, President Elect, BBoT; Linda Ford, Past President, BBoT; Janet Johnson of Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and Azamara Cruises; and Mary Goldsmith of Holland America Cruise Line.

Expedia is the most recognized brand in travel with its group companies operating in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia.

As cruise specialist, the company has been a market leader for over 20 years, with over 107 retail locations, a team of 2,000 professionally-trained cruise consultants, and a searchable online database of more than 10,000 cruise vacations.

In addition to numerous travel industry awards, Expedia CruiseShipCenters has been recognized for its leadership in the franchise industry, winning the CFA Award of Excellence in both 2006 and 2007.

For further information or to have a cruise organized call 1-888-799-6005 or visit www.cruiseshipcenters.ca