Thorne Travel in Kilwinning

That this House congratulates Thorne Travel in Kilwinning on winning the accolade of best travel agency in Scotland at the Travel Trade Gazette Awards; appreciates that the business secured this much coveted award after impressing a comprehensive panel of around 30 different suppliers such as airlines and tourist boards, based on professionalism, marketing and sales; understands judges praised the firm’s innovative use of digital marketing which ensures customers can be reached from all over the world, putting North Ayrshire on the map; is aware that this is just the latest of many accolades earned by this travel agency as a result of its passion for travel and the personal service with which it provides its customers in arranging bespoke travel packages, with attention to detail always to the fore; acknowledges the difficult circumstances faced by all involved in the travel and tourism sector as it recovers from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic; applauds the hard work, dedication and resilience of owner Shona Thorne and her team at Thorne Travel; and wishes Thorne Travel every success as it extends its service with a new branch in Largs.