JacTravel
JacTravel was a supplier of hotel accommodation for the travel industry and provider of specialist inbound travel services to the UK and Ireland.[1] In August 2017, the company was acquired by Webjet and folded into WebBeds.
| Industry | Travel |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1975 |
| Founder | Jack Coronna |
| Defunct | August 2017 |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom |
Key people | Terry Williamson, CEO |
| Website | www |
History
The company was founded in 1975 by Jack Coronna.[1]
In June 2014, JacTravel was acquired by Vitruvian Partners, a private equity firm.[2]
In March 2015, JacTravel acquired TotalStay Group.[3]
Awards and recognition
- UKinbound Tour Operator of the Year 2016[5]
References
- Cambridge International AS and A Level Travel and Tourism Coursebook. Cambridge University Press. January 4, 2016.
- "JacTravel announces new investment" (Press release). Vitruvian. June 25, 2014.
- Davies, Phil (March 26, 2015). "JacTravel acquires TotalStay Group for undisclosed sum". Travel Weekly (UK).
- Fox, Linda (August 2, 2017). "Webjet acquires JacTravel from private equity firm". Phocuswire.
- "UKinbound announces Awards for Excellence 2016 at Annual Convention". incentivetravel. 15 February 2016.
- "JacTravel wins Queen's award for industry". Travel Weekly (UK). April 21, 2016.
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