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carlton hotel singapore Anthony Adler is the CEO of MemberTravel and CRUISE and RESORT, Inc. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of Elite Family Travel Magazine, a publication geared toward ultra-luxury family travel. Anthony has been a popular speaker in the United States, Canada and Asia on issues relating to the travel industry, as well as a consultant to cruise carlton hotel singapore lines and hospitality companies.
Kristy Adler is the COO of MemberTravel and CRUISE and RESORT, Inc. She also serves on the Travel Advisory Boards for Saveur and Ski magazines. Kristy has earned numerous awards for her expertise in planning trips throughout the world, and is often recognized by hotels and destinations as one of the top travel agents in the United States.
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