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World Travel Market - the UK's most important travel trade fair - is fast approaching. The 2024 exhibition is expected to be extremely well attended by major buyers, DMCs, airlines, tourist boards and media from around the world.
We at The Adventure Connection are very happy to announce that many of our professional clients from Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Latin America and Australasia will attend. Please browse below to learn more about our partner DMCs, who you will be able to meet at the event. You can book an appointment directly through the links provided or by getting in touch with us at: calvin@theadventureconnection.com
Make sure you also sign up for our Annual Networking Event at the Tapa Tapa restaurant (next to Excel) on Wednesday 6th Nov! Join us for a drink and meet some more DMCs and tour operators.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
In Europe...
Betis Travel - Greece
Family-owned Betis Travel has been in operation since 1975 and have extensive experience in FIT and group travel. Betis are passionate about creating itineraries that showcase the 'real' Greece and explore lesser-known islands away from the tourist crowds, whilst incorporating classic highlights.
Caucasus Holidays - Armenia
Based in Yerevan Caucasus Holidays offer tours across Armenia and the nearby region. They offer group and tailor-made itineraries discovering the first civilised settlements, the world’s first wine production, early Christian architecture and areas of pristine nature.
DMC Madeira - Madeira
DMC Madeira has been designing tours in Madeira for over 15 years. They create innovative programmes with a focus on authentic island experiences such as coastal boat trips, mountain hiking, breathtaking coasteering, whale & dolphin watching, botanical tours and, of course, wine tasting.
Elite Travel - Albania
Family owned and run, Elite Travel Albania offers an extensive range of services for FITs and groups. They are super-fast on turning around quotations and have very effective systems to monitor quality and safety. Their itineraries incorporate unique local experiences and they offer specialist programmes such as hiking, cycling, culture, gastronomy, luxury, family, youth programs etc.
Fez Travel - Turkey
With their head office in Istanbul and branch offices in Cappadocia & Kusadasi, Fez Travel expertly operate a wide range of tours across the country, including eastern Turkey, the Black Sea and Mediterranean Gulet cruises. They have established a professional team that utilise this wealth of knowledge to also design exciting tailor-made itineraries and private tours.
Futurismo - The Azores
Futurismo Azores Adventures are the leaders in ethical and responsible tourism in the Azores. They started operating responsible whale and dolphin watching experiences in 1990 and have since expanded to offer multi-activity trips throughout the Azorean islands, with a focus on nature and cultural immersion.
Outdoor Croatia - Croatia
Outdoor Croatia is recognised as one of the best adventure tour operators in Croatia. They started as kayaking and rafting specialists in 2012 and have expanded to offer original multi-activity trips combining adventure and culture throughout Croatia. Safety and customer care are their biggest priorities.
VisitGeorgia - Georgia
VisitGeorgia is one of the longest-established tour agencies in Georgia and have been successfully working with the UK market for over 20 years. They operate a wide range of FIT, group and self-guided tours, using their extensive expertise to showcase the country's highlights and hidden secrets.
In the Middle East...
GAT DMC & GAT Adventures - Jordan
GAT DMC & GAT Adventures is one of the region's most respected and longest-standing DMCs. They have extensive experience in operating classic and adventure tours for FITs and groups. Itineraries combine activities such as hiking, walking, cycling and canyoning with culturally immersive experiences.
In Africa...
Amazing Morocco - Morocco
With headquarters in Casablanca and a branch office in Marrakech, Amazing Morocco delivers a variety of travel styles across this exotic destination. Their wide range of tours cover everything from adventure, honeymoons, family holidays, school groups and city breaks.
Ashanti African Tours - Ghana
Based in Cape Coast, Ghana, Ashanti offer professionally led and ethically run tours throughout Ghana, and also into neighbouring West African countries. Operating since 2005, Ashanti have a reputation as the leading local experts with a proven track record of community-oriented and responsible tourism.
Highline Tours & Travel - South Africa
Based in Johannesburg and Cape Town, Highline Tours & Travel offers a wide range of trips throughout South Africa, including classic safaris, family holidays, interactive community experiences and off-grid romantic getaways. They also excel at activity tours eg hiking, biking, camping and birding.
Liberty Africa Safaris - Kenya
Established in 1997, Liberty Africa Safaris offer exceptional tailor-made African experiences for FITs and groups. They have their own fleet of 4x4 vehicles and highly experienced, hand-picked driver-guides. With Liberty Africa Safaris, there are no half measures; they aim to ensure that each guest leaves with the feeling that they have genuinely had the safari of a lifetime.
TAMàNA - Madagascar
Tamàna has been creating unique Malagasy experiences for FITs and small groups since 2007. They take great pride in designing sustainable and responsible trips that are rich in wildlife and traditional culture, and offer an authentic insight into the different aspects of Madagascar.
Visit Sierra Leone - Sierra Leone
Based in Freetown, VSL Travel operates a range of exciting tours all across Sierra Leone. They provide unique and authentic, tailormade experiences that have a positive impact for local people. VSL offers a great range of itineraries including: nature, culture, activity, beach, hiking, birding, community projects, heritage tours and MICE.
In Latin America...
Andean Travel Company - Ecuador
ATC offer flexible routes throughout all of the Galapagos Islands plus tailor- made journeys, cultural tours and adventures throughout mainland Ecuador. They operate a well-managed fleet of motor-yachts and catamarans, catering for mid-range through to luxury.
Baja Expeditions - Mexico
Baja Expeditions operates out of La Paz, with bases around the peninsular, from Cabo to San Ignacio Lagoon. Their fleet of boats also covers the Sea of Cortez and Socorro Island. They boast a very special portfolio of adventures, all designed to responsibly immerse people in amazing marine life and spectacular desert landscapes.
CTS Turismo - Chile
CTS Turismo is a well-known and well-established DMC based in Santiago de Chile and expertly operates a wide variety of tours across Chile, from the Atacama Desert to Patagonia and Easter Island. They offer personalised itineraries for FITs and groups that can encompass a wide range of product niches such as: adventure, activities, local heritage, ethnic culture, family tours, nature and birdwatching, astronomy, gastronomy and MICE.
Darah Travel - Belize
Based in Belmopan, Darah Travel are specialised in exceptional trips for FIT, small groups and MICE travellers. Their bespoke itineraries incorporate activity and adventure, culture and history, wildlife and nature, diving and snorkelling and unique local experiences.
EcoArgentina - Argentina
EcoArgentina specialise in creating unique and authentic travel experiences. Their itineraries showcase the hidden gems of Argentina and they provide a host of adventure activities from trekking and hiking, birding and wildlife tours, wine experiences and culture and heritage tours.
Ideia Tours - Brazil
Established in 1994, Ideia is one of Brazil's leading B2B-only DMCs, focusing on adventure, luxury, self-drive programmes and more. They are true local experts with a passion for sustainable and ethical travel and provide a great combination of European efficiency with Latin flair.
Solana Tours - Mexico
Based in Playa del Carmen, south of Cancún, Solana Tours operate predominantly across the Yucatan Peninsula and South/Central Mexico and also offer tours combining with Guatemala and Belize. They are experts in soft adventure tours and operate a variety of FIT and group tours.
ST Costa Rica (previously known as Swiss Travel) - Costa Rica
Established in 1971, ST Costa Rica are a highly respected DMC with extensive experience organising FIT and group tours. They create innovative itineraries that feature classic highlights but also activities beyond the norm. Expect exceptional levels of customer service and attention to detail.
Maya Trails - Guatemala
Based in Guatemala City, Maya Trails operates tours throughout the country and over the border into Belize and Honduras. They are a purely B2B operation. Their tailor-made, personalised itineraries are carefully designed around the needs of their partners, with FIT, groups, MICE, family and adventure travel well catered for.
Phoenix Travel Group - Colombia
Phoenix Travel Group is based in Bogota and can operate a wide range of adventures across this diverse and beautiful country. They invest extensively in researching and developing unique cultural and special interest tours, ranging from luxury experiences, family-friendly trips to trekking adventures, and wildlife tours.
In Asia...
Footprint Travel - Vietnam
Footprint Travel has been operating personalised tours for FITs and groups throughout Vietnam since 2001. They create active itineraries, focusing on authentic experiences that immerse visitors in the culture and nature of the region whilst benefiting local communities.
Happy Trails! Asia - Malaysia & Indonesia
Happy Trails! Asia is a forward-thinking, sustainable DMC operating in Indonesia, Malaysia and Borneo. They create soft adventure tours for FITs and groups, focusing on unique and authentic experiences that immerse clients in the amazing culture and nature of the region whilst benefiting local communities.
Island Adventures - Sri Lanka
Island Adventures is based in Colombo and operates all over the country. From trekking, cycling, wildlife safaris, luxury experiences and family adventures, they will design the most exciting experiences for your customers. What truly sets them apart is their authentic local experiences, creativity, quality and personal attitude!
NoviNomad - Kyrgyzstan
With a head office in the green city of Bishkek, NoviNomad offers an extensive range of tours in their native Kyrgyzstan and also in neighbouring Uzbekistan. NoviNomad’s goal is to show visitors beautiful, off the beaten track destinations and share unique, authentic experiences with local people.
Orient Voyages - Uzbekistan
With a head office in Samarkand, Orient Voyages is a purely B2B DMC, offering tours throughout Uzbekistan and into neighbouring Central Asian countries. They operate guided cultural and historical tours for FITs and groups, offering an authentic insight into this fascinating region.
The Wander - Pakistan
Established in 2012, The Wander specialise in adventure mountain treks and cultural experiences for FITs and groups. Working closely with local communities, they create innovative itineraries that introduce travellers to Pakistani traditions, culture, history, cuisine, nature and genuine hospitality.
In Australasia...
Australia Inbound
Australia Inbound focuses on bespoke tours for FITs and small groups, showcasing the country’s landscapes, vibrant cities, indigenous culture, and wildlife. Their nationwide network of trusted local partners enables them to deliver a portfolio of highly rated and responsible experiences, catering for a wide range of budgets, standards of comfort and activities.
The Green Spot - New Zealand
The Green Spot provides exceptional travel experiences across New Zealand. From their offices in Taupo in the North Island and Christchurch in the South Island, they can accommodate FITs, small groups, self-drive tours, families and honeymooners, from mid-range budgets to luxury.
And more...
Water-to-Go - Worldwide
Water-to-Go is a personal water filtration system integrated into a convenient, lightweight bottle. Based on a technology originally developed for NASA, the company offers reusable water bottles filtering non-salt water sources to give you clean and healthy water wherever you are in the world. It is a business dedicated to providing a technology that can prevent people from getting sick, potentially saving lives and reducing plastic waste.
And even more networking...
WTM drinks for Tour Operators. Limited space. RSVP now!
Keep the early evening of Wed 06 Nov free to attend our legendary WTM drinks and networking event at Tapa Tapa (next to Excel) from 5.30pm onwards. As the event was so popular last year, we have a much bigger venue now - the Tapa Tapa Restaurant. Come and meet our DMC clients and chat to The Adventure Connection team over a few drinks and light snacks.
Click HERE to register for the event in advance.
This networking event is made possible with the support of our great industry partners:
Learn more about our event partners HERE.
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