Quark Expeditions was the recipient of the 2014 World’s Leading Specialist Cruise Line Award at the World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony on December 7 in Anguilla, the Lesser Antilles. The award ceremony is widely regarded as the “Oscars of the Travel Industry.”

The World Travel Awards recognizes and rewards excellence in the global hospitality, travel and tourism sectors, and are considered a benchmark of tourism excellence.

“We are delighted to be acknowledged by our travel partners and loyal passengers,” said Quark Expeditions President Andrew White.

“As a company that is continuously striving for the highest standards of safety, innovation and guest experience, we couldn’t be happier to be recognized for excellence in the Specialist Cruise Line category.”

The 2014 award marks the third time Quark Expeditions has earned a World Travel Awards accolade. In 2013, Quark was recognized as “World’s Leading Polar Expedition Operator”, and received the “Blow the Budget” award from the World Travel Awards Travel Experience Awards.

Quark expeditions are available starting from $5,495 per person.

Quark Expeditions, www.quarkexpeditions.com