Bursch Travel, an American Express Representative agency, acquired Pegasus Travel Omaha, also an American Express Representative agency, in Dec. 2005. With this aquisition it brings the total number of Bursch offices to 13. "We are pleased to have Pegasus Travel as part of the Bursch Travel agency family. Pegasus Travel brings a great group of talented travel professionals and clients to our mix", said Fred Bursch agency owner
Bursch Travel was founded in 1956 by M.W. "Pete" and Audrey Bursch with one office in Alexandria, Minnesota. Currently, the company has grown to 13 branch offices and 2 satellite offices with over 60 employees. Driven by a strong mission statement, Bursch Travel has developed into the largest privately owned travel company between the Twin Cities and Seattle.