inGroup International, parent company of travel club inCruises, has been named Costa Cruises' largest North American agency and received the cruise line's prestigious "Over the Top" Award for 2026. The recognition acknowledges inGroup's outstanding production, sustained growth, and strong strategic alignment with Costa Cruises, marking a significant achievement in the competitive travel industry.
The award was presented during Costa Cruises' Global Summit 2026 aboard the Costa Smeralda. Priscilla Reyes, Head of Sales for Costa Cruises North America, expressed gratitude for inCruises' partnership, stating the company's commitment to excellence made a remarkable impact on Costa's success throughout 2025. Anthony Varvaro, COO & CFO of inGroup International, noted that Costa continues to be popular among inGroup's expanding member base, with the relationship delivering meaningful value to members.
This development matters because it signals the growing importance of subscription-based travel models in making cruising more accessible. inCruises, as the world's largest subscription-based travel club, has booked more than 630,000 guests since 2016 and offers nearly 200,000 cruise, hotel, and resort options worldwide. The partnership demonstrates how alternative distribution channels can expand market reach while providing cost savings to consumers through reward point systems.
Tatiana Wegzyn, Commercial Partnerships Manager at inCruises who accepted the award, emphasized that the partnership exemplifies what happens when companies share a focus on delivering real value. "Our focus at inGroup continues to be helping Members explore more of the world for less—while creating measurable value for our world-class travel partners," Wegzyn stated.
The implications extend beyond corporate recognition to consumer benefits. Members of inCruises earn and redeem Reward Points to save on travel through their platform, available in 17 languages. This model could influence how other travel companies approach distribution and customer loyalty programs. For travelers, the strengthened partnership may translate to more competitive pricing and package options as inGroup leverages its position to negotiate favorable terms.
Industry observers note that such partnerships between cruise lines and specialized agencies reflect broader trends toward personalized travel experiences and value-driven offerings. Costa Cruises, part of Carnival Corporation & plc, operates nine ships sailing to more than 200 destinations worldwide. The alignment with inGroup's subscription model represents an innovative approach to reaching price-conscious travelers who might not otherwise consider cruising.
For more information about inGroup International and its services, visit https://in.Group and https://inCruises.com.
