TIRUN Travel Marketing's Varun Chadha wins 'Excellence in Cruise Leadership' at India Travel Awards 2025, reinforcing India's cruise tourism growth story

India, September 17, 2025: Varun Chadha, CEO of TIRUN Travel Marketing, has been honoured with the prestigious 'Excellence in Cruise Leadership' award at the India Travel Awards 2025, presented by the Honourable Minister of Culture and Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat.

Recognition

This accolade highlights Varun Chadha's leadership in shaping TIRUN's journey, opening up the world of cruising experiences to Indian travellers. His contribution has been pivotal in redefining vacation concepts in India.

Global Representation

TIRUN is the exclusive India representative of four globally renowned cruise brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Silversea, and Azamara Cruises. Through these partnerships, the company has introduced Indian travellers to some of the world's most innovative ships and sought-after destinations.

Leadership Quote

Expressing his gratitude, Varun Chadha stated, "This honour belongs to the entire TIRUN family, our partners, and everyone who believes in the potential of TIRUN—and of course, cruising in India. The award is also a reminder of the responsibility we carry, to keep inspiring, and making extraordinary holidays even more accessible to Indian travellers."

Commitment

With this recognition, TIRUN reaffirms its leadership in experiential travel in India, committed to combining innovation, personalisation, and customer delight in every journey.

About TIRUN Travel Marketing

TIRUN Travel Marketing is the pioneer of cruises in India and the exclusive representative of four iconic cruise brands, including three from the Royal Caribbean Group (Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Silversea) and Azamara Cruises.

Founded in 1991 as Discover the World Marketing, the company initially managed a portfolio of global travel products such as US Airways, Hyatt Hotels, Hertz, and Universal Studios. In 2001, TIRUN pivoted to focus solely on cruises, a defining move that continues to shape its journey.

Headquartered in New Delhi with a pan-India presence, TIRUN drives sales and marketing through diverse distribution channels, manages government relations, and provides operational support. With a belief that "if you haven't cruised, you haven't truly seen the world," TIRUN remains passionate about making cruising the top vacation choice for Indians.