Intrepid Travel has introduced 22 “impact initiatives”—which the company defines as activities that directly support environmental or wildlife conservation, preserve indigenous culture or support marginalized social groups—to its itineraries in 2022.
The majority of the tour operator’s top trips already contain “impact initiatives,” with dozens having been added to its portfolio in the past year alone. The addition of 22 more in 2022 adds to the company’s ongoing commitment to operate trips that give back to both people and the planet. The company notes that offering more purpose-led activities in its tours not only makes for a more responsible and ethical holiday, but also provides a more enjoyable and enriching experience overall for its travelers.
As part of the new initiatives, travelers on the company’s 13-day “Morocco Uncovered," 10-day “South Morocco Discovery," 15-day “Premium Morocco In-Depth” and 12-day “Premium Morocco Explorer” tours will visit Tawesna, a local teahouse on the river in Ait Ben Hadou. The community-run establishment provides women with an income to support themselves and their children. The women use natural ingredients sourced from local cooperatives to prepare tea and pastries, taking great pride in sharing their stories and offering visitors an authentic “Amazigh” experience.
On the “Premium Iceland” tour, travelers will board an eco-friendly and carbon neutral electric boat to spot minke and humpback whales with an expert guide. The silent boat keeps a respectful distance from the whales, allowing visitors to observe them in their natural environment without disturbing or distressing them.
Vietnam Lavin Home
During Intrepid’s “Vietnam Family Holiday," travelers will stop into a local non-government organization that supports the hearing- and speech-impaired community in the city of Hue by providing training, employment and a place to connect with others. Visitors will join members of the community for a traditional paper flower making class—an interesting way to connect with the hosts without exchanging any words.
On the 15-day “Best of Central Europe” trip, which visits Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia, travelers indulge in kaffee and kuchen (coffee and cake) at Vollpension—also known as “Granny’s public living room”—a generation-bridging café in Vienna. This business’ mission is to create meeting and learning areas for new types of cooperation and togetherness among old and young, providing support to seniors on their way out of financial poverty and loneliness.
On Intrepid Travel’s newly launched “South Dakota Lodge Stay”, guests will visit the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation to tour The Heritage Center with an expert Lakota guide. The Heritage Center, one of the first cultural centers and museums located on a reservation, empowers Lakota artists to preserve their artistic heritage, improve their economic situation and share their traditional arts and crafts with the world. Travelers will also enjoy lunch at a Lakota-owned restaurant that specializes in traditional foods.
For more information, visit www.intrepidtravel.com.
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