Celebrating 50 Years of Extraordinary Journeys
Since 1976, Bon Voyage Travel has helped generations of travelers explore the world with confidence, expertise, and personalized service.

For 50 years, Bon Voyage Travel has helped travelers discover the world through meaningful journeys, unforgettable experiences, and trusted expertise.
Founded in 1976 with a passion for personalized service and a belief that travel has the power to transform, Bon Voyage Travel has grown alongside the ever-changing world of travel while remaining dedicated to what matters most: relationships, service, and creating extraordinary experiences for our clients.
Over the past five decades, we’ve had the privilege of helping travelers explore all seven continents, from luxury ocean and river cruises to African safaris, expedition voyages, European adventures, and once-in-a-lifetime world cruises. While travel has evolved dramatically over the years, our mission has remained the same: to guide our clients with firsthand knowledge, trusted partnerships, and genuine care before, during, and after every journey.
Today, Bon Voyage Travel continues to combine decades of experience with a modern approach to luxury and experiential travel, helping travelers discover the world in ways that are more meaningful than ever before. As we celebrate this milestone anniversary, we are incredibly grateful to our loyal clients, valued travel partners, and dedicated team members who have been part of our story over the past 50 years.



50 Years of Bon Voyage Travel: A Journey Through the Decades
Bon Voyage Travel Opens Its Doors
Founded in Tucson, Bon Voyage Travel begins helping Southern Arizona travelers plan unforgettable vacations with personalized service and expert guidance.
Becoming Tucson’s Corporate Travel Leader
Originally focused primarily on airline ticketing, Bon Voyage Travel transitions into corporate travel and grows to become Tucson’s largest corporate travel agency, with 16 branch offices throughout the city. As the corporate division continues to expand, BVT moves its corporate travel headquarters to Phoenix.
Wildcat Travel
The University of Arizona names Bon Voyage Travel the Official Travel Partner of Arizona Athletics. Over the next 38 years, Wildcat Travel escorts thousands of fans across the country from Maui to New York City to cheer on their beloved team at away games, bowl appearances, and Final Fours.
The Big One Cruise Sale Launches a New Era
Bon Voyage Travel begins expanding its focus from corporate travel to leisure with the launch of the annual Big One Cruise Sale, a major weekend event held each January. Continuing for more than 15 years, the sale helps establish BVT as a cruise travel leader and strengthens its relationships with the world’s leading cruise lines.
A Strategic Shift to Leisure Travel
BVT sells off the corporate travel division to World Travel Partners, who is currently BCD Travel, one of the world’s largest corporate travel companies.
Online Travel Meets Expert Advice
While online booking begins changing the industry, BVT combines digital access with real advisor expertise, giving travelers convenience without sacrificing service.
CruiseInsider.com Launches
Bon Voyage Travel launches CruiseInsider, a cruise-focused division/subsidiary that expands BVT’s reach beyond Arizona and connects travelers nationwide with cruise vacations.
Guiding Travelers Through Unprecedented Change
During one of the most challenging periods in travel history, BVT helps clients navigate cancellations, future cruise credits, changing protocols, and the return to travel.
Bon Voyage Travel Celebrates 50 Years
Bon Voyage Travel marks 50 years of trusted travel planning, supplier partnerships, and unforgettable journeys for generations of travelers.
A New Chapter with arrivia
Bon Voyage Travel becomes part of arrivia, opening the door to new resources, expanded opportunities, and continued growth while maintaining its local presence and focus on high touch service and unmatched expertise.
What Our Partners Are Saying

“Decade after decade and year after year, Bon Voyage Travel has set the standard for exceptional travel expertise and service for their clients. We are honored to have been their trusted partner for the journey and we know that BVT’s next 50 years will be equally rewarding and successful. Congratulations!”
— Rob Coleman
Senior Vice President, Holland America Line & Seabourn

“Congratulations to Bon Voyage Travel on an extraordinary milestone, 50 years of excellence in travel. With Celebrity Cruises, travelers can enjoy an elevated vacation experience, blending premium design, refined details, and immersive experiences across our award-winning fleet of ocean and river ships.”
— Katina Athanasiou
Sr. V.P. Sales & Services, The Americas – Celebrity Cruises

“Bon Voyage Travel’s 50-year legacy is a testament to the power of expertise, passion, and strong partnerships. At Princess, we deeply value the relationship we’ve built together and the shared commitment to delivering exceptional travel experiences. Congratulations on this remarkable milestone, and to the next chapter ahead!”
— Carmen Roig
Senior Vice President of Sales and Trade Marketing, Princess Cruises
Our story began in Tucson in 1976. Your next journey begins here…
Celebrate 50 Years with a Special Anniversary Offer
$50 Shipboard Credit or $50 Savings on any 2027 Europe Departure!
Offer valid on new bookings, select sailings, made by February 28, 2027. Other restrictions apply. Contact Bon Voyage Travel for complete terms.


