Singapore – December 18, 2017 - The Travel Corporation (TTC) and its 30 award-winning brands announces the launch of their 2018 #TTCTOP10 list of trips, showcasing their amazing global collection of brands and destinations. The family-owned organization, now in its fourth generation, offers over 1,000 trips spanning 60 countries across 7 continents, appealing to every generation and style of traveller. This curated list of immersive trips takes into account that travellers no longer want to simply travel further but seek journeys that are personally fulfilling and return home transformed with a positive perspective and an expanded view of the world. They also know that guests want to connect with other like-minded travellers to discover and share these experiences together, to form 'travel tribes', which TTC has facilitated in creating for decades.

“For our 2018 #TTCTOP10 list, we are showcasing several of our most transformative travel experiences. Our guests are seeking worldwide journeys that are not only experiential but also experiences which cultivate deeper connections with the places they are exploring and meaningful interactions with nature, wildlife, local people and cultures, said Travel Corporation Chief Executive Officer, Brett Tollman. “Our not-for-profit, TreadRight Foundation is also celebrating its 10 year anniversary in 2018, and its sustainable tourism principles have guided our amazing brands and socially engaged team members to travel with purpose by giving back to the local communities and places we visit across the globe.”

TTC's 2018 Top 10 List of Transformative Travel Experiences:

1. Trafalgar – Best of NorwayA new epic 9-day journey through Norway's natural splendour and majestic fjords including an exclusive Be My Guest dinner with the Øvre-Eide family at their home that has been a working farm since the Viking Ages. Guests will enjoy Authentic Accommodations on the shores of the Geiranger Fjord in the fourth generation, family-owned Union Hotel with its spa facilities and vintage car exhibition. 
2. Uniworld – India's Golden Triangle and the Sacred Ganges  A memorable 13-day luxury river cruise across India's iconic Golden Triangle and the timeless Ganges for a complete sensory experience including featured excursions to the breathtaking Taj Mahal at sundown, the “Pink City” of Jaipur and a poignant visit to Mother's Teresa's Kolkota home.  
3. Contiki – London to BerlinThe leading youth travel brand unveils a new travel style, Independent Insider, designed to give the ultimate freedom and flexibility by letting travellers pick every aspect of their Contiki experience, and this new 13-day trip offers 6 trip variations with included bike tours of London and Amsterdam. Guests will enjoy authentic food experiences including dining with locals in their homes and unique local experiences including a visit to Montparnasse Tower in Paris.
4. Insight Vacations – European Dream This new and unforgettable 12-day premium escorted journey introduces guests to an Italian chef in Orvieto for a hand-on cooking demonstration where they will learn how to make homemade pasta. Travelers will also join a Local Expert for an excursion to the Vatican Museums, before they open to the public, and enjoy a private tour of the Bramante staircase for spectacular views over the Vatican gardens.
5. Trafalgar – Tastes and Sounds of the SouthThis 10-day immersive At Leisure guided vacation showcases a vibrant cultural and musical pilgrimage to Nashville, Memphis, Natchez and New Orleans including visits to the iconic Grand Ole Opry and Graceland. Guests will enjoy an exclusive Be My Guest dinner in the 19th century residence of Esther Carpenter, a former Four Seasons chef once named one of the Top 20 female chefs in America by USA Today, to enjoy a traditional four-course Deep South dinner with wine.
6. African Travel – Enchanting East AfricaThis quintessential 11-day East African safari roams the game rich grassy plains of Kenya's Maasai Mara and Tanzania's Serengeti in search of predators and prey. Unique locations and lodging are followed by a blissful seaside stay on the exotic Island of Zanzibar.
7. Luxury Gold - British Royale This memorable 9-day luxury escorted journey takes travelers across Britain to enjoy a selection of exclusive VIP experiences, including the Tower of London for a private viewing of the Ceremony of the Keys. As part of the Chairman's Collection, a specially curated selection of truly exceptional experiences, guests will venture to the majestic Alnwick Castle for an afternoon spent with the elegant Duchess of Northumberland for a private tour of her beautifully restored gardens.  
8. Inspiring Journeys – Inspiring AustraliaThis 13-day journey explores the Tropical North, to Central Australia's spiritual heartland and on to spectacular Sydney. Guests will experience sailing a yacht on Sydney Harbour, toast an Uluru sunset with gourmet canapés and wine and snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef.
9. The Red Carnation Hotel Collection – The English GrillLocated in the Red Carnation's five-star Rubens at the Palace Hotel, this London restaurant is opulently designed with a rich royal theme of grandeur with polished silver, beautiful chandeliers and tailcoat waiters offering traditional service at its most welcoming. Top quality cuts of meat will be grilled to perfection in the kitchen's brand new charcoal-fired Josper grill.  Using the finest English produce and suppliers that serve the Queen's kitchen, the dining experience is accompanied by an extensive wine list including a fine selection from Bouchard Finlayson, their sister vineyard in South Africa.
10. 10. U by Uniworld – Rolling on the RhineU is offering a fresh approach to cruising for 21-45 year olds on their brand new super chic, modern and cutting-edge ships. Guests will cruise along the Rhine river on this fun and authentic 8-day journey kick-starting in Amsterdam, along with stops in Haarlem, Cologne, Bonn, Koblenz and Frankfurt. Travelers will dine on local specialties during a U Time Dutch cheese tasting. They will also also spend several nights out on the town including Cologne's Gothic Evening adventure.

For more information please visit www.ttc.com/top10 and follow us on Twitter at: @travelttc with our hashtag: #TTCTOP10 and share your 2018 travel lists with us.

About The Travel Corporation 

The Travel Corporation (TTC) is a highly successful international travel group. Our philosophy is simple – to create enriching experiences for our travelers by combining an unbeatable mix of exceptional service and quality at great value. No matter what your taste, whether you are a family or a couple, a group or traveling solo – TTC offers something for everyone. Our multi-award-winning portfolio ranges from luxury hotels and boutique river cruises, to independent holiday package companies and a variety of guided travel experiences. For more information about TTC, visit www.ttc.com.

About The TreadRight Foundation

Created as a joint initiative between The Travel Corporation's (TTC) family of brands, the TreadRight Foundation is a not-for-profit that works to help ensure the environment and communities we visit remain for generations to come. Founded by Brett Tollman, Chief Executive Officer, TTC, to date TreadRight has supported more than 40 sustainable tourism projects worldwide. As an official Diamond Sponsor of the UN International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development 2017, TTC is dedicated to bringing the industry together with a shared goal of benefitting local communities and the environment. To learn more about our past and current work at TreadRight, please visit us at treadright.org.