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Christopherson Travel Acquires Classic Cruise & Travel

October 20, 2006, Salt Lake City - Christopherson Travel, Utah's largest travel agency, has acquired Classic Cruise & Travel of Orem, Utah.

"The travel business has changed dramatically in recent years. Buying power and access to proprietary technology are more important to success than ever before. There is a natural consolidation process occurring in the travel industry," said Mike Cameron, President of Christopherson Travel. "Classic Travel is a first class travel agency, with a great team of professionals. We look forward to combining them with our team."

"The travel industry has been evolving rapidly through changes in technology and the Internet. It was time for us to partner with a larger travel company that had access to the resources and the buying power that our clients needed," said Rusty Chambers, President of Classic Cruise & Travel. "I contacted some of my top vendors and asked for recommendations on whom to talk to about our future. Christopherson was recommended as having the best vision, the best track record and offered the best choices for our future. I am very pleased that we were able to join their organization."

About Christopherson Travel
Christopherson Travel, headquartered in Salt Lake City, is the independently owned leader in travel management in the rocky mountain region. With over 140 employees and 23 offices, the company supports more than $140 million in annual travel bookings. Christopherson Travel provides intelligent travel management to more than 600 successful companies.