This morning, we were joined by Lisa Burton, Business Development Manager at Explore, for another incredible presentation on all aspects of Explore’s small group adventures. With a strong focus on growing their presence in Ireland in 2025, this is one webinar you definitely need to watch back.
DESTINATIONS & DEMOGRAPHIC
Explore offer over 350 group adventures in 100 countries across the world, and with an average age of 58 and an average group size of 11 (max 16), Explore is a fantastic option for those customers who want to immerse themselves in local cultures, with the expertise of local guides where possible. 62% of Explores customers travel solo, but customers can expect to be mixed with friends and couples as well. Explore have a repeat rate of 66%, so book your customers once and they will soon become repeat customers. You can hear about customers own experiences on the webpage – Explore Stories!
Explore are proudly trade-friendly and offer an incredible loyalty programme for customer, which is still bookable through agents, and does not affect your earnings.
TRIP STYLES
With trip styles ranging from Simple, Comfort and Premium, and various paces, including Relaxed, Moderate and Full On, there is a tour for everyone and every requirement. Importantly, Explore include hotel names for every trip so you can read reviews and check them out, prior to booking for your customers.
TOP SELLERS
Top selling trips include Simply Japan (Classic Discovery), Costa Rica Wildlife Tour (Wildlife), Maldives Dhoni Cruise (Boat Journeys), Taste of Greece (Food & Drink Trips), Everest Base Camp (Walking & Trekking), Family Thailand Adventure (Family Adventures) and Kolkata to Amritsar (Rail Journeys).
AGENT CONCESSIONS
By simply booking one trip for your customers, you will unlock agent concessions of 50% off for agents, 25% for one companion and 20% off for accompanying children! Keep an eye on Explore’s trade Facebook group for last-minute offers for agents departing in 2-3 weeks.
SALE
Starting on 30 Dec, Explore will commence their Big Blue Sale, offering up to 20% off trips worldwide. Videos, images and offers can be found on Explore’s agent portal, their Facebook group or the company’s Hablo page. If you would like to promote some of Explore’s trips, simply reach out to [email protected] for offers in Euros.
EVENTS
Lisa and the team will also be at the Dublin Holiday World Show in January, so make sure you pop by their stand to say hello! The team are also available to attend any consumer events you are planning so make sure to reach out to [email protected].
Watch Back The Webinar Below
Congratulations to Travel Counsellor Susan Stevenson on winning a cheese and wine hamper on the live webinar!
