Explore Worldwide strikes partnership with Incredible Journeys

Specialist adventure operator Explore Worldwide has struck a partnership with Incredible Journeys so agents can book Explore’s small-group tours as part of bespoke itineraries through the dnata brand.

The agreement will mean agents can combine tours with pre and post-stay arrangements in a fully commissionable Atol-bonded package.

Explore agency sales manager Philippa Baines said: “Travel agents have expressed keen interest in Explore working with such a respected trade-only brand to offer a further dynamic package solution.

“We’re pleased to officially announce that bookings can now be placed with Incredible Journeys with immediate effect.”

The partnership also extends to Travelbag, also part of dnata Travel Group UK.

Mark Henderson, head of specialist product at Incredible Journeys, said: “Our team of touring and adventure experts are here to support agents in securing those once-in-a-lifetime trips with ease, by guiding them through a booking and providing flights and pre and post-stays.

“We are delighted to add Explore to our portfolio of supplier partners, and to be able to offer this product to our agents and their clients.”

Explore said its trade business has been “going from strength to strength”, noting agent bookings have grown by 24% year on year.