Over 1000 agents crossed NCL’s ‘Walk for Wellness’ finishing line in June, having collectively walked 460 million steps (92K miles) with 15k raised for travel agent charities, Abta Lifeline and ITTA Benevolent Fund.
The initiative, now in its third year, inspires the travel agent community to lace up their trainers and step away from their desks to improve mental health and physical fitness, with NCL donating money for each milestone reached.
Agents were encouraged to swap stories, spur each other on – and interact with images taken on their walks with NCL’s Wellbeing+ app.
Natasha Muller from Arrivia Europe Ltd, said,
“Huge congratulations to everyone for their motivation and encouragement! I’ve reaped the benefits from this challenge which is now part of my everyday lifestyle.”
Laura Connolly, Travel Village Group said,
“I loved my gentle, evening walks, well done everyone, and all for two incredible charities that provides much needed financial help to our friends and colleagues in the industry.”
The money raised from this year’s campaign will support agents with a wide variety of personal or work-related issues.
Gary Anslow, VP and head of business UK and Ireland, NCL, said,
“We started the initiative in 2024 with three goals: get everyone moving, encourage conversations around mental health in the travel industry – and raise money for two charities who positively impact our community. We’re delighted to have seen Walk for Wellness evolve year on year, and together we’ve actively contributed to better conversations around mental health in the travel industry. Huge congratulations to everyone who has taken part.”
